In its 114th year, the Penn Relays will take place at historic Franklin Field, April 24-26
As the first and oldest of relay meets, the Penn Relays is a must-see event. In its 114th year, the Penn Relays will take place at historic Franklin Field, April 24-26. During that time, races will be run at an average of one every five minutes over 33 hours of competition. Held in America’s most historic city, fans get a chance to see the finest track and field athletes, from ages eight to 80! In addition to elite competition, the Carnival Village and street vending surrounding Franklin Field add an exciting cultural element to the experience.
The official web site of the Penn Relays is www.ThePennRelays.com
Fans can access all the information below as well as new features including live blogs, auctions, photo store, merchandise, and more! Make sure to sign up for your Penn Relays Passport so you can receive up-to-date emails and have access to the exciting new website features.
Schedule
Thursday, April 24- 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.
High School Girls
College Women
Distance Races
Friday, April 25- 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
High School Boys & Girls
College Men & Women
Olympic Development Event
Saturday, April 26- 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
College Men & Women
High School Boys
USA vs. The World
Tickets
Penn Relays tickets go on sale March 17. To order, log on to ThePennRelays.com or call 1-888-PENN-TIX.
| Event Day |
Ticket Type |
Price 1 |
Price 2 |
| |
|
Pre 4/14 |
After 4/14 |
| Thursday |
Reserved (Sections ND-NG) # |
$20 |
$22 |
| Thursday |
General Admission |
$14 |
$16 |
| Friday |
Reserved (Sections ND-NH) # |
$20 |
$22 |
| Friday |
General Admission |
$14 |
$16 |
| Saturday |
Chairback* (Sections SE-SH, Rows 1-19) |
$45 |
$48 |
| Saturday |
Lower Reserved Rows 1-5* |
$45 |
$48 |
| Saturday |
Lower Reserved Rows 6-10* |
$37 |
$40 |
| Saturday |
Lower Reserved Rows 11-30* |
$30 |
$32 |
| Saturday |
Upper Deck Rows 1-2 (on North Side) |
$30 |
$32 |
| Saturday |
General Admission |
$20 |
$25 |
Price 1- Prices apply to all ticket orders placed on or before April 13, 2008
Price 2- Prices apply to all ticket orders placed on or after April 14, 2008
# Reserved Seats near the finish line for Thursday and Friday.
* Please note that there is a limited availability of these seats (especially sections NC through NH) for non-renewals/new buyers. Tickets for higher rows will be substituted and refunds given.
Seating Chart
Safety and Security
The University of Pennsylvania Department of Intercollegiate Athletics has issued the following guidelines in conjunction with the Penn Relays which will be held the week of April 21, 2008. The following guidelines will be strictly enforced by the University of Pennsylvania police force.
ALL bags must be smaller than 11 in. x 17 in.
Food must be contained in clear plastic bags.
Sealed plastic water bottles and cardboard juice boxes must not be larger than 11 in. x 17 in.
Coolers, large backpacks, large gym bags, glass bottles and cans will NOT be permitted.
There will be security personnel at every entrance (including athlete entrances) to check contents of bags and your person upon entering the Penn Relays. Please allow for ample time for this security procedure and plan your arrival at the facility accordingly. This is applicable for athletes as well as spectators.
Wheelchair access is available. Please call 215-898-6151.
Where to Stay Around Penn
For hotel information, please call Central Reservations at 1-877-968-9466. Call now for special rates and room availability.
Where to Eat in University City
Abner’s Cheesesteaks (38th and Chestnut Streets)
Chili’s Grill & Bar (38th and Chestnut Streets)
Qdoba (40th and Locust Streets)
World Café Live (3025 Walnut Street)
Carnival Perks
Penn Relays fans can enjoy great deals this year with Carnival Perks! Fans can take their Penn Relays ticket stub to participating businesses and get discounts on food, merchandise, and more.
Participating Businesses:
Abbraccio Restaurant: 20% off food purchases during the days of the Carnival
Bartram’s Garden: Buy one house tour admission and receive the second one free
Bubble House: 20% off all food items; $1 off on all Bubble Tea items; $1 off on all draft beer
Marigold Kitchen: 3-course dinner for $30 per person
Pallet (at Sheraton University City): 10% discount on food purchase (excludes liquor, taxes, and gratuity).
Pizza Rustica: 15% off your dining purchase
Studio 34 Yoga: 20% discount on yoga and Pilates classes
World Café Live: 10% off with your ticket stub
Carnival Highlights
The Carnival Village offers fun events for everyone! The village is open and available to all Penn Relays ticket holders, and features the following:
Official Penn Relays merchandise and apparel
Food and refreshments
Interactive booths and sponsor exhibits
Promotional displays and giveaways
(Patrons will not be permitted to exit and re-enter Franklin Field and the Carnival Village on the same admission ticket.)
Getting to Franklin Field
Franklin Field is located at the University of Pennsylvania campus, on 33rd Street between Walnut and South Streets.
Penn is conveniently accessible by SEPTA bus, trolley, and rail (R1, R2, R3). Public transportation is recommended because parking around Franklin Field is limited and can be both expensive and difficult to locate. Lower cost off-campus parking with a shuttle bus to the campus is available at Campus Park and Ride (www.campusparkandride.com). Campus Park and Ride is not affiliated with the University of Pennsylvania.
Weight restrictions on the South Street Bridge dictate that busses MAY NOT use the bridge or its I-76 exit. Please use the 30th St. or University Ave. exits. For bus directions please visit ThePennRelays.com.
All other drivers may use the following:
From the Philadelphia International Airport and points south of Philadelphia
Follow I-95 North to exit 13 (I-76 West/Valley Forge/PA-291/Island Ave). Merge onto Penrose Ave./PA-291 East toward I-76 West/Valley Forge. Turn Left onto S. 26TH ST/PA-291 E. which becomes I-76 West. Take Exit #345 (30th Street Station). Go through the first traffic light and head to the left lanes. Make a left at the second traffic light which is Market Street. Follow Market Street to 36th Street and make a left. Make a right at the second light onto Walnut Street. Make another right on 38th Street and public parking is available at Lot 30 right on the corner of 38th and Walnut Streets. OR Follow Market Street to 40th Street and make a left. Make a right at the second light onto Walnut Street. Public parking is available at Lot 40 at 40th and Walnut Streets right past the Fresh Grocer.
From the New Jersey Turnpike and the New York City Area
Take the NJ Turnpike South Exit #4 (NJ 73, Camden, Philadelphia) to NJ 73 North and then onto I-295 South. After passing Exit 28 on I-295 South, stay to your left and then merge onto I-76 Exit #26 (Philadelphia, Camden). After merging, stay to you left and look for I-76 Walt Whitman Bridge (Toll $3). Cross the bridge into Philadelphia. Take Exit #345 (30th Street Station). Go through the first traffic light and head to the left lanes. Make a left at the second traffic light which is Market Street. Follow Market Street to 36th Street and make a left. Make a right at the second light onto Walnut Street. Make another right on 38th Street and public parking is available at Lot 30 right on the corner of 38th and Walnut Streets. OR Follow Market Street to 40th Street and make a left. Make a right at the second light onto Walnut Street. Public parking is available at Lot 40 at 40th and Walnut Streets right past the Fresh Grocer.
From the Pennsylvania Turnpike and points west of Philadelphia
Exit the Pennsylvania Turnpike at Exit 24 (Valley Forge) then merge onto I-76 East (Philadelphia). Take Exit #345 (30th Street Station). At the top of the ramp, you can only make a right. Make a right at the second traffic light which is Market Street. Follow Market Street to 36th Street and make a left. Make a right at the second light onto Walnut Street. Make another right on 38th Street and public parking is available at Lot 30 right on the corner of 38th and Walnut Streets. OR Follow Market Street to 40th Street and make a left. Make a right at the second light onto Walnut Street. Public parking is available at Lot 40 at 40th and Walnut Streets right past the Fresh Grocer.
From the Ben Franklin Bridge and Camden
Take US-30 (Admiral Wilson Boulevard) to the Ben Franklin Bridge (Toll #3). Then take I-676 West (Vine Street Expressway) to I-76 East (Int'l Airport, Schuylkill Expressway). Take Exit #345 (30th Street Station). At the top of the ramp, you can only make a right. Make a right at the second traffic light which is Market Street. Follow Market Street to 36th Street and make a left. Make a right at the second light onto Walnut Street. Make another right on 38th Street and public parking is available at Lot 30 right on the corner of 38th and Walnut Streets. OR Follow Market Street to 40th Street and make a left. Make a right at the second light onto Walnut Street. Public parking is available at Lot 40 at 40th and Walnut Streets right past the Fresh Grocer.
From the Walt Whitman Bridge and the Atlantic City Expressway
Take the Atlantic City Expressway to NJ-42 North. NJ-42 will divide into Express and Local lanes. Take the Express lanes to I-76 East Walt Whitman Bridge (Toll $3). Cross the bridge into Philadelphia. Take Exit #345 (30th Street Station). Go through the first traffic light and head to the left lanes. Make a left at the second traffic light which is Market Street. Follow Market Street to 36th Street and make a left. Make a right at the second light onto Walnut Street. Make another right on 38th Street and public parking is available at Lot 30 right on the corner of 38th and Walnut Streets. OR Follow Market Street to 40th Street and make a left. Make a right at the second light onto Walnut Street. Public parking is available at Lot 40 at 40th and Walnut Streets right past the Fresh Grocer.
From Northeast Philadelphia and Northern Suburbs
Take US-1 South (Roosevelt Blvd) to I-76 East (Central Philadelphia). Take Exit #345 (30th Street Station). At the top of the ramp, you can only make a right. Make a right at the second traffic light which is Market Street. Follow Market Street to 36th Street and make a left. Make a right at the second light onto Walnut Street. Make another right on 38th Street and public parking is available at Lot 30 right on the corner of 38th and Walnut Streets. OR Follow Market Street to 40th Street and make a left. Make a right at the second light onto Walnut Street. Public parking is available at Lot 40 at 40th and Walnut Streets right past the Fresh Grocer.
Release Date: Tuesday, March 25th 2008
