2023 Broad Street Run: What You Need To Know

PHILADELPHIA — The Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run is all set for 2023, and this year's race is being held a bit earlier than in the past.

An 8 a.m. start is scheduled for the 2023 iteration of the event, which will take place on Sunday, April 30.

Registration for the 2023 Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run will open Feb. 1 at 12:01 a.m. and close on Wednesday, Feb. 15, at 11:59 p.m.

The race will welcome up to 40,000 runners.

Registrants will be accepted through a lottery system or have the option of running on behalf of a charity partner.

Runners will be notified the week of Feb. 19 if they have secured a race bib.

The 10-mile race is usually held the first Sunday in May, but this year will take place one week earlier to avoid conflicting with another large sporting event in Philadelphia.

After three years of race day restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2023 Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run is returning to traditional race protocols.

Kids’ events and post-race activities will be held, and spectators are welcome to cheer on runners along the course.

"I’m so excited to welcome runners, volunteers, and spectators back to Broad Street," Philadelphia Parks & Recreation Commissioner Kathryn Ott Lovell said. "Their energy really enlivens Philadelphia on race day; it’s so exhilarating. I can’t wait to see all the funny signs the crowds bring to encourage their loved ones to keep going to the finish line."

"We are proud to be the lead sponsor of the Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run for the 27th consecutive year. Our support for this race aligns perfectly with out focus on community well-being and our 85-year commitment to this region," said Gregory E. Deavens, president and CEO of Independence Blue Cross. "We're looking forward to a successful and safe run and seeing cheering crowds line Broad Street once again."