The 2022 Broad Street Run is scheduled for May 1. (Philadelphia Parks & Recreation)PHILADELPHIA - Runners are set to gather at Broad Street and West Fisher Avenue for the 42nd annual Blue Cross Broad Street Run on May 1 at 8:00 a.m. "I'm thrilled to welcome back runners to the Blue Cross Broad Street Run on its traditional May date," Mayor Jim Kenney said. "Thank you to everyone who got vaccinated so we can have a safe race." Although the date of the race is back to its original time, there are still several changes runners and spectators should be aware of.
Here is what you need to know as the city prepares for the 10-mile event. According to the City of Philadelphia, thousands of runners have registered for the event, but only runners who submitted proof of vaccination can run in person.