The City of Philadelphia has released road closure and parking restriction information ahead of the upcoming J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge on Thursday, Oct. 9.
A part of the J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge Road Race Series, the race is the world’s largest corporate running event. Each year, events are held in 16 locations across eight countries and six continents, all held with one mission: to serve as a catalyst between work and wellness.
In Philadelphia, the race spans 3.5 miles, beginning along the north side of Eakins Oval just outside the Philadelphia Art Museum steps, and finishing in that same spot, following a scenic run on Kelly Drive alongside the Schuylkill River.
Road closures
According to the City of Philadelphia, the following streets will be closed beginning at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 9 and will reopen as the race concludes:
- Eakins Oval in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art to 22nd Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway
- Both lanes of Kelly Drive from Benjamin Franklin Parkway to Strawberry Mansion Bridge
- Spring Garden Street from Pennsylvania Avenue to Eakins Oval
- 25th Street from Pennsylvania Avenue to Kelly Drive
Cyclists and Pedestrians
All Kelly Drive bike lanes and walking paths will remain open before, during, and after the race for cyclists and pedestrians as conditions allow; however, the City is asking for all to follow all posted signs, detours and traffic control devices.
Parking Restrictions
According to the City, the aforementioned closed roads will all be posted as “Temporary No Parking” zones from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 9. Failure to adhere to any “Temporary No Parking” signs during the posted times will result in your vehicle being relocated. The City has instructed all individuals who believe their vehicle has been relocated to contact the police district of the area where their vehicle was parked.
The City has also warned that additional road closures and parking restrictions may be necessary in the general vicinity of the event venue as dictated by conditions. As a reminder, residents and visitors should always obey posted signs and instructions from the Philadelphia Police Department.
Public Transportation
Beginning at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 9, SEPTA Bus Routes 38 and 43 will be detoured from their normal routes until approximately 10 p.m. All detours will be posted, and specific route changes can be found on the System Status Page online at septa.org.
Regional Rail
If traveling by subway or regional rail, the closest station stops are 30th Street Station (1.0 mile) and Suburban Station (0.8 miles).
Ridesharing services
Those using a rideshare service, like Uber or Lyft, are being asked to use the drop-off location of Benjamin Franklin Pkwy and N. 22nd St. The intersection is just a one-block walk from the race venue and will remain open to vehicles. Vehicles are only permitted on Kelly Drive and around Eakins Oval before 4 p.m., closing for the race after that time.
Cyclists
Those arriving by personal bike should utilize the parking dock on the north side of Eakins Oval. The dock is located next to the Challenge Bar presented by Surfside. The City is also reminding cyclists to bring locks to ensure the safety of their bikes.
Public Safety Information
To ensure the safety of all in attendance, the City is providing law enforcement support, traffic control, and emergency medical services throughout the duration of the event and in the surrounding vicinity.
Bag check will not be available at the event, though Company Teams with hospitality sites may use their tents as a designated bag check area. However, companies are responsible for their employees and their property. Teams without hospitality sites should not bring personal gear to the race site, the City says.
For a list of prohibited items, please see the Code of Conduct found on jpmorganchasecc.com under the Rules & Safety tab. The City is reminding attendees that bags and other items should never be left unattended.
In the event of an emergency or to report a suspicious person, activity, or item (backpack, package, container, etc.), notify a police officer immediately or call 9-1-1. Never attempt to open, move, cover or touch a suspicious item.
For safety reasons, strollers, bikes, vehicles of any kind and non-service animals are not permitted at the event. For more information, attendees are asked to review the Service Animal Policy located under the Rules & Safety tab. It is also recommended that attendees read the Special Event Safety Guide before they attend for tips and general information about being prepared and ready at special events.
For more information about the J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge, visit jpmorganchasecc.com.
