College Sports
Map all locationsIn addition to its professional sports history, the Philadelphia region is filled with great traditions, legacies and rivalries from its numerous colleges and universities.
College basketball doesn’t get more storied than the Big 5; the Penn Relays are the oldest track and field meet in the country; and the Dad Vail Regatta is the largest collegiate rowing race in the country.
So whether you’re an alum or just a fan, rest assurred that Philadelphia and The Countryside is a terrific place if you’re looking to feel that great old collegiate spirit.
Featured Attraction
The Penn Relays
April 22-24: The world’s oldest relay meet, held annually at the University of Pennsylvania
The nation’s largest and most important amateur track and field event, where track fans gather to see tomorrow’s Olympic stars
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Aberdeen Dad Vail Regatta
May 13-14: The largest collegiate regatta in the United States More
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The Penn Relays
April 22-24: The world’s oldest relay meet, held annually at the University of Pennsylvania More
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The Palestra
A veritable cathedral of college basketball More
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A Weekend Is More Fun in Historic Philadelphia
Fuel your nightlife with modern flavor, history, food, cocktails and more More
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A Weekend in Historic Philadelphia…on a Budget
In Historic Philadelphia, you’ll find plenty of places where prices haven’t changed much since our Founding Fathers were milling about town. More
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