RBC Brooklyn Half
Brooklyn’s classic point-to-point half links Prospect Park with a straight, fast push down Ocean Parkway and a Coney Island boardwalk finish.
Quick facts
- Drawing-based entry with guaranteed-entry alternatives.
- Prospect Park opening miles followed by a faster Ocean Parkway second half.
- Finish on the Coney Island Boardwalk.
- A field of roughly 30,000 creates a major-race atmosphere.
About the RBC Brooklyn Half
First held in 1981, the RBC Brooklyn Half has grown into one of the country’s largest half marathons. The coveted field is filled through a drawing and guaranteed-entry programs, and the boardwalk finish gives the race a distinctly Brooklyn payoff.
Course
The race begins near the Brooklyn Museum, circles Grand Army Plaza, and covers a loop of Prospect Park before turning south. Ocean Parkway supplies a long, mostly straight second half, ending at the Coney Island Boardwalk.
Race-day weather
Mid-May conditions can range from crisp to warm and humid. Ocean Parkway offers little shelter, so pace conservatively when the temperature or sun climbs.
Past RBC Brooklyn Half dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, May 16, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
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RBC Brooklyn Half FAQ
When is the RBC Brooklyn Half?
We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 RBC Brooklyn Half. The most recent running was on Saturday, May 16, 2026.
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