TCS New York City Marathon
An iconic run through all five boroughs, the NYC Marathon combines roaring crowds, bridge climbs, and citywide energy into a bucket‑list race for runners.
Fast facts
- Largest marathon in the world with 50,000+ finishers.
- Traverses all five boroughs of New York City.
- Lottery-based entry with charity and guaranteed options.
- Challenging bridge climbs and rolling terrain.
- Finish in iconic Central Park.
What to know about the TCS New York City Marathon
The TCS New York City Marathon is among the world’s largest and most celebrated road races, welcoming a global field to a five‑borough tour of New York City each November.
Registration details
Entry via lottery window, time‑qualifier, charity partner, or NYRR guaranteed entry programs. See official site for deadlines and eligibility.
TCS New York City Marathon course description
Point‑to‑point from Staten Island to Central Park, crossing five bridges (including Verrazzano‑Narrows and Queensboro) with rolling terrain and lively crowds.
Typical weather conditions for the TCS New York City Marathon
Typical race‑day weather is cool (45–55°F / 7–13°C). Wind exposure on bridges can add chill; dress and pace accordingly.
Historical TCS New York City Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, November 1, 2026 | confirmed | — |
| 2025 | Sunday, November 2, 2025 | confirmed | — |
| 2024 | Sunday, November 3, 2024 | completed | View results |
Videos, articles, and other resources for the TCS New York City Marathon
NYC Marathon 2025: Pop-Ups, Shakeouts, Cheer Zones & Parties (Master List)NYRR: Race-Week Fan Engagement (Victory Lap After-Party, Expo, More)Tracksmith Marathon Activations (NYC Trackhouse + SoHo Pop-Up)Trackstar Personalized NYC Marathon Poster (Name, Time, Weather, Course)Official 2025 TCS NYC Marathon Poster — NYON × NYRR (Gavin Snider)Rockefeller Center: 6 Ways to Celebrate NYC Marathon WeekendKofuzi: New York Marathon 2024 — A Runner’s Weekend (Race Recap)Reuters: NYC Marathon ‘Final Finishers’ Documentary (Tribeca)NYRR: TCS NYC Marathon Expo — Hours, Location, What to ExpectNYT: One Partner Runs the Marathon — and the Other Does Everything Else (2023)