Pennsylvania · 8.4 Miles
The Loop Race
The Loop Race is a 8.4 Miles event held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Its next confirmed date is Sunday, December 6, 2026. About 13,110 runners take part across all distances.
- Race day
- December 6, 2026
- Location
- Philadelphia, PA
- Field size
- ~13,110 runners
Race details
- Date
- Sunday, December 6, 2026
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Distances
- 8.4 Miles
- Field size
- About 13,110 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 10:00 AM EST
- Course profile
- Loop course; Road surface
About the The Loop Race
2025 Loop Race! THE LOOP COURSE RETURNS. BMRC is always looking to elevate the race experience! This year we will be adding live tracking at the race with the RACEJOY APP. We will have 2 remote chip timed splits at the ~3 miles and ~ 6 mile marks. If you run with your phone, you'll also be tracked in real time via the app. Family and friends from anywhere can send you encouragement while you are racing the famous Loop Race! For all details please click HERE This 8.4 mile fall classic follows Ph…
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The Loop Race: common questions
- When is the The Loop Race?
- The next confirmed date is Sunday, December 6, 2026.
- Where is the The Loop Race held?
- In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- What distances does the The Loop Race offer?
- 8.4 Miles.
- How many people run the The Loop Race?
- About 13,110 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the The Loop Race?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the The Loop Race?
- Yes — registration is open. $45 (from runsignup.com, checked October 30, 2026).
- What time does the The Loop Race start?
- 10:00 AM EST.
- What is the course like at the The Loop Race?
- Loop course; Road surface.
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