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March of Dimes Run for Babies

Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location
Philadelphia, PA
The Navy Yard, 4747 S Broad St, 19112
Type
RUN
Official registration

Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.

At a glance

Run 6.2 miles at The Navy Yard to support the March of Dimes' mission for healthy moms and babies, with professional timing and awards.

  • Competitive
  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Join the March of Dimes Run for Babies in Philadelphia, a 6.2-mile event dedicated to supporting the vital mission of improving the health of all moms and babies. Held at The Navy Yard, this professionally timed run offers a chance to contribute to a meaningful cause while enjoying a flat course. Awards are presented to overall and age group winners, celebrating both participation and achievement.

What to expect

  • Run a 6.2-mile course at The Navy Yard.
  • Support the March of Dimes' mission for maternal and infant health.
  • Compete for overall and age group awards with professional timing.

Standout details

  • Supports March of Dimes mission
  • Professionally timed 6.2-mile run
  • Awards for overall and age groups
  • Flat course at The Navy Yard

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sat, Apr 18, 8:00 AM EDT · From $38.65

    Opens Jan 5, 2026, 4:00 AM EST · Closes Apr 18, 2026, 3:30 AM EDT

  • 6.2 Miles

    Sat, Apr 18, 8:00 AM EDT · From $49.35

    Opens Jan 5, 2026, 8:59 AM EST · Closes Apr 18, 2026, 3:30 AM EDT

The course

  • Flat
  • Timed race

Vibe Check

Easygoing

10K distance, flat area, typically mild weather

Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.

From the organizer

Run for Babies raises critical funds to support the mission of the March of Dimes; leading the fight for the health of all moms and babies

Location: The Navy Yard

7:00 AM Run for Babies Registration

7:45 AM Run for Babies Program

8:00 AM Run for Babies Begins

9:15 Program

9:30 Walk Begins

Awards: Overall and Age Groups

Race Results: Race will be professionally timed by the Bryn Mawr Racing Co.; Results will be found at http://www.brynmawrracing.com

Questions: Contact: Seth Hall  Seth.Hall@lioinsurance.com or Michelle Caccioppoli at MCaccioppoli@marchofdimes.org

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