Event Description

The 2022 Loop Race will again be a Hybrid Event! We will also offer a virtual option for those who are not comfortable at a live setting or have moved out of the area and want to run the 8.4 mile distance virtually.

This 8.4 mile fall classic follows Philadelphia's most beautiful recreational path around the Schuylkill River. Started in 1972 by Dave Brier of the Jewish Y, this race has been a local favorite “cult” race for 48 years. The course is run on the sidewalk and is self contained the whole way and free of any traffic. The course passes many historic sites including the Rocky Statue and the Art Museum steps he made famous, the East Falls Bridge, Laurel Hill Cemetery, Strawberry Mansion Bridge, and Boat House Row. The course is almost entirely flat.

Proceeds of the event will benefit the development and maintenance of Fairmount Park, specifically the Belmont Plateau Cross Country courses. Philadelphia Athletic Charities is committed to providing for the upkeep of the Belmont Plateau which is used by thousands of cross country runners.

Please note, there are no refunds. If the Delta variant warrants shutting down the live event, all participants will be moved to the virtual event. Race swag will be shipped to you.