New York City Marathon
The TCS New York City Marathon is one of the world's most iconic road races, attracting runners from around the globe to the streets of New York's five boroughs.
Elevation Details
- Total Elevation Gain:246
- Net Elevation Gain:-14
Notable Landmarks
- Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge: Starting point on Staten Island.
- Brooklyn's Diverse Neighborhoods: Including Bay Ridge, Williamsburg, and Greenpoint.
- Queensboro Bridge: Connecting Queens to Manhattan with scenic views.
- First Avenue: A lively stretch in Manhattan lined with enthusiastic spectators.
- Willis Avenue Bridge: Leading into the Bronx.
- Central Park: The iconic finish line location.
Location Details
Other Race Distances
Boston Marathon Status
Estimated Hotel Cost
650 USD per night
Special Hotel Rates Available
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Eligibility
Admission through lottery, race time qualification, tour operator, charity, or NYRR 9+1 program
Required Documents
Government-issued Photo ID: For bib pickup at the expo.
Confirmation Form: Proof of race registration. Make sure you bring this to the race, even if it's on your phone.
Entry Methods
Time Qualification
Drawing System (lottery)
Charity Program
International Tour Operators
NYRR 9+1 Program
You are free to cancel your entry for this year's race and get a guaranteed entry for next year's race. The only catch is that you will not get your money back for this year's race and will still have to pay next year's inscription fee.
Stay up to date with updates from Abbott World Marathon Majors and NYRR, they may be offering additional entries and raffles.
Race entries still seems to be offered at multiple tour operators, so if you reside outside of the USA do check in with your local operators, you may be in luck.
- General Entry315 USD
- NYRR 255 USD
- Tour Operator650 USD
- Registration Opens2025-02-11
- Race Expo2025-10-29