Philadelphia Marathon 2022: Route, Course Map, Times, Road Closures, Event Details

Runners from all over the world are ready to take their marks, get set and go for the 2022 Philadelphia Marathon this weekend.

An estimated 30,000 marathoners from all 50 states and dozens of countries are expected to descend on the City of Brotherly Love for the iconic 26.2-mile race.

This is the 29th year for the event, and Philly is already closing roads in anticipation for all of the participants to run through its uniquely historic streets replete with centuries-old architecture, famous attractions and unforgettable landmarks.

Here's everything race fans will need to know ahead of this year's marathon for one of America's oldest cities, which was founded in 1681.

Event Information

When: Sunday, Nov. 20

Start time: 7 a.m. ET

Course map: Available on PhiladelphiaMarathon.com

Road closures: There will be streets closed around the city all weekend, beginning on Friday. For more information, visit PhiladelphiaMarathon.com.

AP Photo/ Joseph Kaczmarek

The Philadelphia Marathon is already an institution steeped in tradition, but this year, there's an added bonus.

A record-breaking amount of donations were made to the American Association for Cancer Research by the marathon community, making this more than just a sporting event.

"Very proud to be a charity partner," Chief Philanthropic Officer for the American Association for Cancer Research Mitch Stoller told Marcus Espinoza of Fox29 News. "This year, we’re really excited we had over 600 runners raise almost $500,000. We’ll hit that."

The top-ten-ranked marathon will have a full house, but those participating had better make sure they can handle the cold.

According to Weather.com, the forecast for Sunday is sunny with temperatures ranging from a low of 22 degrees and a high of 36.

That means the race will feature the chilliest temperature at start time in 14 years.

But, hey, runners will likely look at the bright side. The sun will be out.

Chris Koch, a 43-year-old motivational speaker who was born without arms or legs, is excited to participate in what has been hailed as one of the "fastest-growing marathons in the country."

"The feeling of crossing the finish line is amazing," Koch told Megan VerHelst of Patch.com. "I think the biggest thing I get addicted to is how supportive other runners are. Whether it's your elite runners or the ones dressed up in goofy costumes that aren't in marathon shape but are just doing it for the sake of challenging themselves, everyone is so supportive and I love that."

For the first time, the marathon will feature a category for non-binary runners.

"Race organizers want to provide a space for every athlete to register, race, and be celebrated exactly as they are," race director Kathleen Titus told VerHelst.

"Safety is first, as we want to ensure every runner gets over that finish line. But overall, we want them to enjoy the historical landmarks that Philly has to offer along the way."

Then there's the money.

The overall prize money nearly doubled, going from $54,000 to $121,800, which is higher than it's ever been.

First place takes home $10,000, second will pocket $7,500 and third runs away with $5,000.

In the wheelchair category, the top three finishers get $4,000, $2,000 and $1,000, respectively.

"I really fell in love with the Philadelphia Marathon," Mark Sullivan, a legacy Philadelphia Marathon runner, told Jasmine Payoute of CBS News. "It's a great course, great city. We have really good crowd support here. It's like no other city when you run here.

"A lot of people talk about New York and Boston, but there's something very special about being in Philadelphia and running in that crowd."