Broad Street Run 2027: Group Transportation Guide

The Broad Street Run at a glance

The Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run is a 10-mile, point-to-point race down Broad Street, from North Philadelphia to the Navy Yard in South Philadelphia. Organizers call it the largest 10-mile race in the country, with more than 40,000 participants, and it has been a Philadelphia tradition for more than four decades. The race is run by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation and starts at 7 a.m.

Running clubs, charity teams, corporate wellness groups, and cheering sections travel in from the suburbs, South Jersey, Delaware, and beyond. This guide covers how to move a group to the start, track your runners, and get everyone home from the Navy Yard.

When is the 2027 Broad Street Run?

The race is traditionally held on the first Sunday in May. The 2026 race was on Sunday, May 3, 2026. For 2027, the American Cancer Society's charity team page lists Sunday, May 2, 2027 as a tentative date, but as of November 2026 the official site, broadstreetrun.com, had not yet announced the 2027 date. Treat May 2 as a planning date and confirm on the official site before you lock anything in. We will hold your plan and adjust if the date changes.

Registration details for 2027 are also announced on the official site. Check there for when registration opens, entry rules, and packet pickup.

Road closures shape the whole morning

Broad Street closes in phases on race morning. In 2026, closures began at 2 a.m., and the start area on Broad Street from Olney to Windrim Avenues was closed to traffic. Buses cannot stage on the course, and crossing Broad Street gets harder as the morning goes on. That means:

• Drop off early and off the course. We plan a drop-off point on a side street outside the closure area, timed so runners can walk to their corrals with time to spare.
• Expect slow crossings. East-west travel across Broad Street is limited during the race, so we route around the course rather than across it.
• Check the official closure notice. The race publishes road closures the week of the event, and we update the plan to match.

Getting runners to the start

The start is on North Broad Street near Central High School. Many runners ride SEPTA's Broad Street Line north to the start, and that works well for individuals. For groups, a charter bus adds a few things transit cannot: one meeting point at home, a warm bus to wait on, a place to leave bags before the start, and a guaranteed ride home. A typical plan picks up a running club at a suburban lot at 5 a.m., drops near the start by 6 a.m., and repositions toward the finish while the race is on.

The finish and pickup at the Navy Yard

The race finishes inside the Navy Yard at the south end of Broad Street, with a post-race area for runners. Tens of thousands of runners and spectators leave the area at the same time, so pickups take planning. We set a pickup point outside the busiest area, agree on a meeting time, and give your group leader the driver's contact details. Most groups plan a pickup window rather than a single time, since runners finish over a couple of hours.

Who books group transportation

• Running clubs from Bucks, Montgomery, Chester, and Delaware counties, South Jersey, and Delaware.
• Charity teams raising money for race partners, who want the team to arrive and celebrate together.
• Corporate teams running as part of a wellness program, often with a post-race brunch.
• Cheering sections of family and friends who want to see runners at a couple of points on the course and at the finish.

Choosing a vehicle

A Sprinter van fits 10 to 14 runners and is easy to place near the course. Minibuses carry 20 to 35, and a 56-passenger motorcoach moves a whole club or company team with room under the floor for bags and post-race supplies. For a celebration afterward, a party bus can take the group to brunch.

Race-day checklist for group leaders

• Confirm the official 2027 date and start time on broadstreetrun.com.
• Collect every rider's name and mobile number, and share one group leader contact with us.
• Agree on a bag plan: what stays on the bus and what each runner carries.
• Set a pickup window and a backup meeting spot near the finish.
• Pack water, snacks, and warm layers for the early start.
• Plan the post-race stop, such as brunch in South Philadelphia or back home.

Other spring races and events

Spring is busy for group travel in Philadelphia. The Penn Relays run at Franklin Field in late April, and the Philadelphia Flower Show fills the Convention Center in March. See also sports team transportation and charter bus rental in Philadelphia.

Frequently asked questions

When is the 2027 Broad Street Run?

The race is traditionally on the first Sunday in May. The American Cancer Society's charity page lists Sunday, May 2, 2027 as tentative, and the official site had not announced the 2027 date as of November 2026. Confirm on broadstreetrun.com.

Can a charter bus drop runners at the start line?

Buses cannot use the closed course. We drop off on a side street outside the closure area, close enough for runners to walk to the corrals.

Where do we pick up runners after the race?

The finish is in the Navy Yard. We set a pickup point outside the busiest area and agree on a pickup window with your group leader.

Is gratuity included?

Yes. Driver gratuity is included in every Philly Charters quote.

How does payment work?

The remaining balance is due 14 days before the trip and no later than 7 days before departure. Trips booked 14 days or less out are paid in full at signing.

Book your event group trip

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