Race Info

Results

2024 Results

Photos

2024 Photos

Date

Saturday, November 8, 2025

Location

Philadelphia Museum of Art
2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19130

Time

5K - 7:00 a.m.
10 Mile - 8:00 a.m.

Race Capacity

Entries will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. Once sold out, we are unable to allow any additional registrations.

Option 1

Pick up your race packet in person prior to the race at:

Rivers Casino Event Center
1001 N Delaware Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19125
Entrance & Parking Information

Thursday, November 6 (4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.)
Friday, November 7 (12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.)

Option 2

Have another person pick up your race packet by presenting a copy of your registration QR code from your confirmation email.

Option 3

Race Day Packet Pick-Up: For $10 per race packet, you can register to pick up your packet at the race site on race day from 6:00 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. This option can be selected during registration or added later.

Please note: Only participants who have registered for Race Day Packet Pick-Up will be able to pick up their packet on race day.

Parking &
Transportation

All participants are encouraged to carpool or use public transportation to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. If you drive, please allow sufficient time for heavy traffic and street closures due to the race.

Reserve Discounted Parking
We recommend booking convenient parking in advance through SpotHero. To reserve your parking spot, visit SpotHero.

SEPTA
There are two SEPTA subway lines that will bring you within a mile of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The Market-Frankford Line runs east and west. Take this line to the 15th Street / City Hall stop. The Broad Street Line runs north and south. Take this line to the Race-Vine / Convention Center stop or the City Hall stop. For schedules and fares, visit www.septa.org.

Amtrak
Amtrak provides extensive service to 30th Street Station, which is about a mile from the Philadelphia Museum of Art. For schedules and fares, visit www.amtrak.com.

Gear Check

Gear check will be available at the race site.

Weather Policy

The Rocky Run will take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather (e.g., lightning) or other conditions that may affect the safety and health of participants, race officials reserve the right to delay, postpone, or cancel the race. All registrations are nonrefundable.

Distances

5K

10 Mile

13.1 Italian Stallion Challenge / Half Marathon (5K + 10 Mile = 13.1 miles)

Start & Finish Location

The race will start on Benjamin Franklin Parkway in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Please note the race finishes in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art and does not go up the stairs.

Timing

The Rocky Run will feature the B-Tag ChronoTrack timing system. All participants will receive a B-Tag timing device attatched to their bib number.

Course Time Limit

Participants must maintain at least a 15:00 minute per mile pace*.

*If participating in the 13.1 Italian Stallion Challenge, you must maintain at least a 13:00 minute per mile pace in the 5K to ensure you are lined up in time for the 10 Mile start.

Start Wave Placement

Participants will be assigned to an appropriate corral based on the projected pace submitted on their entry form.

Please note all participants must wear a bib number to enter the start line corrals. Without it, you will not be permitted to enter. Your bib must be clearly visible and attached to the front of your outermost layer of clothing.

What is this?

Take the 13.1 Italian Stallion Challenge and triple your bling. On race day, put those muscles to work in this epic 13.1 mile challenge by completing both the 5K and the 10 Mile. If you finish both races, you will be awarded the coveted 13.1 Italian Stallion Challenge finisher medal in addition to your 5K and 10 Mile finisher medals.

To Qualify

1) Register for the 13.1 Italian Stallion Challenge. Registering for the 5K and 10 Mile individually will not make you eligible to receive the 13.1 Italian Stallion Challenge finisher medal.

2) First complete the 5K (starting at 7:00 a.m.) and then complete the 10 Mile (starting at 8:00 a.m.).

3) Maintain at least a 13 minute per mile pace in the 5K to ensure you are lined up in time for the 10 Mile start.

Participants
Receive

All the Swag

• One Cotton Rocky Run Shirt
• One Bib Number
• 5K Finisher Medal
• 10 Mile Finisher Medal
• 13.1 Italian Stallion Challenge Finisher Medal

What Is It?

Get ready, champs! The gigantic hill on the 10 Mile course known as Mount Drago will be timed (timing mats will track your ascent from the base to the summit), and the fastest 100 participants will receive the legendary Mount Drago finisher medal. See you at the top!

Award Categories

Top Three Overall Male and Female Finishers:

• 5K
• 10 Mile
• 13.1 Italian Stallion Challenge

Please note participants must be present to receive an award.

Contest Categories

• Best Costume
• Best Team Costume
• Largest Team

Race Day Group Volunteers

Volunteers will assist with every aspect of the race, including:

• Course Marshal
• Start line and finish line support
• Aid station support
• Gear Check
• Course set up and teardown
• Race Day Packet Pick-Up
• Water station support
• Clean up

For your efforts, we will make a donation to your organization. Join the volunteer newsletter.

Packet Pick-Up Volunteers

Packet Pick-Up volunteers will receive a free race entry. This offer is available only to those who are not yet registered for the race, as we are unable to process refunds for participants already registered.Join the volunteer newsletter.

About

Their 7,500+ superstar athletes are just like you. They set goals, train, and celebrate accomplishments in a big way. We thank you for your consideration in making a tax-deductible donation which will support the 22 sports enjoyed by these athletes throughout the year.

For more information on how you can get involved, visit our Charity page.

Hotel

Coming soon.

Refund Policy

All registrations are nonrefundable and nondeferrable. No exceptions. As with all events, proceeds from the event are used to cover the numerous nonrefundable pre and post-race expenses required to produce the event (e.g., city permits, park district permits, medical personnel, police and traffic control, security, participant shirts, finisher medals, bib numbers, timing chips, equipment rental, participant refreshments, tents and staging, event staff, signage, event supplies, portable restrooms, etc.).

Weather Policy

The Rocky Run will take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather (e.g., lightning) or other conditions that may affect the safety and health of participants, race officials reserve the right to delay, postpone, or cancel the race. All registrations are nonrefundable.

Lightning Policy

In the event of lightning, the race will be postponed 30 minutes every time lightning is detected within a 10 mile radius of the event. Please note that every time lightning strikes within a 10 mile radius, the 30 minute timing increment will restart.

Registration Info

How can I view my registration?
You can view your registration through My Events on Active.com. Find instructions here.

Can I change my distance?
Yes, you can change your distance (race category). Follow these steps, and please note you'll be responsible for the difference in price.

I’m already registered, but want to add Race Day Packet Pick-Up. How do I do that?
Follow these instructions to add Race Day Packet Pick-Up to your registration.

How do I edit my information?
Need to update your details? Follow these steps to edit your information.

How can I join a team after registering?
Want to join a team? Follow these instructions to join a team after you’ve registered.

How do I edit my email address?
Follow these instructions to update your email address.

I’m already registered, but want to add a sweatshirt and/or sweatpants. How do I do that?
Follow these instructions to add merchandise to your registration.

How do I transfer my registration to another person?
You can transfer your registration to someone else by following these instructions. The new participant will pay the current registration fee, and you’ll receive a refund for the amount you originally paid.

Why am I receiving emails to sign my waiver?
Since someone else registered you, they couldn’t sign the waiver on your behalf. To complete your registration, follow these instructions to sign your waiver.

Can I get a refund?
Please refer to the refund policy.

Expo & Race Day Info

Where can I find Packet Pick-Up info?
You can find all the details about Packet Pick-Up at rockyrun.com/race-info. This page will have information on the location, times, and any other important details you’ll need to know.

I ordered additional merchandise, when do I get it?
Your additional merchandise will be ready for pick-up during Packet Pick-Up. Please note we’re unable to mail any items, so be sure to grab them at the event.

Are walkers welcome?
Yes, walkers are more than welcome. Please note all participants must maintain a minimum pace of 15 minutes per mile.

Can I bring my dog?
We love our furry friends, but unfortunately, dogs aren’t allowed on the course.

Is there an age limit?
Participants need to be at least 6 years old to register. And just a reminder, everyone must maintain a minimum pace of 15 minutes per mile.

Will you email me more information prior to the race?
Yes, starting two weeks before the event, we’ll be sending out all the essential details you need to get ready for race day. To ensure you don’t miss anything, please add our email (info@rockybalboarun.com) to your safe-sender list.

Post Race

Where can I find my results?
You can find your race results at rockyrun.com/race-info after the race.

How can I see my photos from the race?
FinisherPix, our photography partner, will email you a link to your race photos after race day.