2026 Philadelphia Marathon Weekend

Race to End Lupus at the 2026 Philadelphia Marathon Weekend

Philadelphia Marathon, Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon
and Rothman Orthopaedics 8K 

Applications to join the 2026 team have closed. Chosen applicants will receive an invitation to complete the next steps by April 24. If you have any questions, please contact Stacey Clark at clark@lupus.org.

The Lupus Foundation is proud to be an official charity partner of the 2026 Philadelphia Marathon Weekend: Philadelphia Marathon, Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon and Rothman Orthopaedics 8K (4.97 miles). Join our inaugural team as we take on one of the top marathons in the world, along with its half marathon and 8K events - known for its fast, scenic, historic course and amazing crowds, while raising funds to help end lupus, increasing awareness of the disease and rallying support for those who suffer from its brutal impact.

By joining the Lupus Foundation of America as we Race to End Lupus at the 2026 Philadelphia Marathon Weekend, you gain access to professional coaching, team gear, and everything you need to cross the finish line November 21-22, 2026.

When You Do, You Will Receive:

• A personal fundraising page, fundraising tips and assistance from a fundraising coach
• Training assistance from our coach + a 16-week training program
• Access to Optional Monthly Team Zoom Calls with the coach + LFA fundraising staff
• Team Gear – A Racing to End Lupus season training shirt + race day jersey
• Pre-race team dinner (tickets available for purchase for friends and family)

Fundraising Commitment: $1,500 – Philadelphia Marathon, $1,000 - Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon, $650 - Rothman Orthopaedics 8K

By joining the Lupus Foundation of America’s Philadelphia Marathon Weekend Team, you will be committing to raise (or donate) a minimum of $1,500 for the Philadelphia Marathon, $1,000 for the Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon and $650 for the Rothman Orthopaedics 8K, for the Lupus Foundation of America, in addition to a $25 registration fee to the Lupus Foundation of America which will be applied towards your minimum. 

Already have a guaranteed entry to the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend and want to Race to End Lupus with the Lupus Foundation of America?

If you already secured a guaranteed entry for the 2026 Philadelphia Marathon Weekend, we invite you to still run with the team as we Race to End Lupus. Contact Stacey Clark at clark@lupus.org for more information.

Have more questions? Send an email to Stacey Clark at clark@lupus.org and let us know how we can help!