Wacky Runs

Santa suits, pizza stops, doughnuts, midnight fireworks — the themed fun runs of New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania & Florida, in one place. Every listing links out to the official race site to register.

Philadelphia

Philadelphia has 8 upcoming themed fun runs. Next up: Rocky Run on Sat, Nov 14, 2026, 2026 Jingle Bell Run — Philadelphia on Sat, Dec 12, 2026, Philly Christmas Run 5K on Sat, Dec 12, 2026. Philadelphia brings the steps (Rocky), the zoo (Cupid's Chase), the North Shore parties and a Santa run in South Philly. Everything listed here is in Philadelphia. The calendar runs from Nov 14, 2026 to May 30, 2027. All in Pennsylvania. Themes on this page: Costumes, Food, Holiday & Seasonal, Movie, Santa & Christmas, Undie, Valentine's. Venues: Rocky Run at Philadelphia Museum of Art, 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy; 2026 Jingle Bell Run — Philadelphia at 4747 S Broad St. Every listing links out to the official race site to register.

Rocky Run

Movie
Sat, Nov 14, 2026 · 7:00 AM (5K start; 10 Mile starts 8:00 AM)
Philadelphia (Philadelphia Museum of Art, 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy), PA
5K / 10 Mile / 13.1 Italian Stallion Challenge
The wacky bitRun the Art Museum steps like Rocky — do the 5K and the 10 Mile back-to-back and take home three medals.
Price
See official site
Medal
Yes
Shirt / swag
Not listed
Race details →Register on official site →

Philly Christmas Run 5K

Santa & Christmas
Sat, Dec 12, 2026 · 8:30 AM
Philadelphia (Philadelphia Museum of Art, MLK Drive), PA
Price rises Nov 16
5K
The wacky bitRun as a Penguin, Polar Bear, Reindeer, or Santa in a festive 5K along MLK Drive — only 500 spots per character, with a character hat, medal, and hot chocolate at the finish.
Price
$45 Early Bird through Nov 16; $50 through Dec 5; $55 race week
Medal
Yes
Shirt / swag
Not listed
Race details →Register on official site →

Philly Shamrock Run

Holiday & Seasonal
Sat, Mar 13, 2027 · 9:00 AM
Philadelphia (Navy Yard, S Broad St), PA
Price rises Dec 7
5K
The wacky bitA sea of green at the Navy Yard — a St. Patrick's 5K with a finish-line beer garden, live music, and a "Lucky Threesome" team award.
Price
$50 Early Bird through Dec 7; $55 through Jan 10; $60 through Mar 1; $70 race day
Medal
Yes
Shirt / swag
Yes
Race details →Register on official site →

Philly Memorial Day Run 5K

Holiday & Seasonal
Sun, May 30, 2027 · 7:30 AM
Philadelphia (Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic), PA
Price rises Dec 4
5K
The wacky bitA Memorial Day weekend 5K at Memorial Hall in Fairmount Park — Liberty Bell medal, skyline bib, and a city-wide celebration.
Price
$40 through Dec 4 (registration opens Nov 1); $45 Dec 5 – Jan 9; $50 Jan 10 – Mar 30; $55 Mar 31 – May 9; $60 May 10 – May 30
Medal
Yes
Shirt / swag
Yes
Race details →Register on official site →

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Frequently asked questions

How many philadelphia are listed?

8 upcoming philadelphia are listed on this page.

What is the next one?

Rocky Run on Sat, Nov 14, 2026 in Philadelphia, PA.

Where are they?

Pennsylvania — in Philadelphia.