Run Rockaway Beach Half Marathon
A flat two-loop half run entirely on the Rockaway Beach boardwalk in Queens, with the Atlantic alongside from start to finish at Beach 94th Street.
Every link above goes to the race, its timing provider, or an official registration partner. Last checked July 25, 2026.
Quick facts
- Entirely on the boardwalk: flat, traffic-free, and simple to pace.
- Ocean wind exposure the whole way, with no shelter on the return legs.
- Organized by the Rockaway Track Club, which races on the peninsula year-round.
- Public parking at Beach 94th Street next to the start.
2026 Run Rockaway Beach Half Marathon registration
Registration for the 2026 Run Rockaway Beach Half Marathon runs through the official registration page at runsignup.com.
About the Run Rockaway Beach Half Marathon
The Rockaway Track Club keeps this one simple: a boardwalk start at Beach 94th Street, ocean the whole way, and a local-club price point. For New York runners it is one of the few chances to race 13.1 miles without a single road crossing or car in sight.
Course
Two boardwalk loops from Beach 94th Street, turning around near Beach 124th Street and Beach 54th Street. The surface is flat boards and concrete with zero elevation change, so pacing is pure rhythm. The course is fully exposed, and ocean wind is usually the difference between a fast day and a grind.
Race-day weather
Late October at the beach typically runs 45 to 60 degrees. Wind off the Atlantic is the main variable and can be a headwind on one half of each loop, so plan effort by direction rather than even splits.
Past Run Rockaway Beach Half Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, October 24, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
Run Rockaway Beach Half Marathon FAQ
When is the Run Rockaway Beach Half Marathon?
The 2026 Run Rockaway Beach Half Marathon is on Saturday, October 24, 2026.
How do I register for the Run Rockaway Beach Half Marathon?
Register for the Run Rockaway Beach Half Marathon through the official registration link: marathonscout.com/go/run-rockaway-beach-half-marathon/register. It opens the race registration page at runsignup.com.
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