Event Description
The NYCRUNS Brooklyn Marathon takes a huge leap forward this year as it leaves Prospect Park for the very first time in its eight year history, adds a new half marathon option, and moves a month earlier to an idyllic October date.
This year's race starts on Eastern Parkway near the Brooklyn Museum and takes you on a 10 mile tour of Brooklyn before heading into Prospect Park. The race will showcase Brooklyn neighborhoods including Prospect Heights, Prospect Lefferts Gardens, Crown Heights, Windsor Terrace, and Kensington. Half marathoners will then run almost a full loop of Prospect Park, while marathoners will complete a total of nearly five loops of the park.
1,500 lucky marathoners will be joined by as many as 11,000 half marathoners in a transformative year for the race. Registration is now open!
Event details and schedule
THE COURSE
The USATF Certified courses will be electronically timed using the MYLAPS Bibtag system. There will be timing (split) points and clocks throughout the course.
H20, Gatorade, and restrooms will be available approximately every 1.5 miles, and medical support will be available throughout the course.
Course Map
Close Up Of Prospect Park Loops
Participants in the the Half must finish in 4:30 or less and maintain a pace of 20 minutes per mile.
Participants in the the Marathon must finish in 7:00 or less and maintain a pace of 16 minutes per mile.
AMENITIES
NYCRUNS is known for putting on running events of the highest quality. After the race, change into your NYCRUNS Brooklyn Marathon & Half Marathon long sleeve race shirt* and wear your incredible medal with pride! Enjoy a fresh New York bagel (with a shmear of cream cheese of course), New York State apples, and more while listening to a world class DJ and seeing your friends cross the finish line.
Afterwards, revisit your race by checking out the app and digging on the free photos taken along the course and at the finish line (video too!).
*Sizes are guaranteed – if we don’t have your size at the race, email theteam@nycruns.com within two days of the race and we’ll ship your shirt to you. Make sure to include the race name, your name, size and shipping address. Shipping to domestic US addresses only.
VIPs Get Extra Perks, See Below!
Along with all the fun, NYCRUNS is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for all participants and spectators. Please be aware that runners must pass through metal detectors to enter the start corrals and all checked bags will be screened. Complete details & instructions will be provided to registered runners closer to race day.
VIP
Upgrade your Brooklyn Marathon & Half Marathon experience and become a VIP! In addition to the standard amenities , VIPs will also enjoy:
- Entry for yourself and one guest (not another participant) to a private post-race area on race day that includes tables, chairs, dedicated food, water, and toilets, for VIPs and guests only.
- Exclusive VIP-only giveaway (stay tuned for details!).
- Your bib & shirt mailed to you before the race (domestic US shipping only) – skip the lines at packet pickup!
- Your name printed on your bib.
- Special early guaranteed entry into the 2019 NYCRUNS Brooklyn Marathon & Half Marathon.
- All of this for just an additional $100! Simply select “VIP” in the “Extras” menu on the registration form.
VIP spots are limited, don’t miss out!
BIB & SHIRT MAILING
If registering on or before September 7th, you can choose to have your bib & shirt mailed to you for an additional fee of $25. You must choose this option when registering and the packet must be mailed to the address you enter at that time. Shipping to domestic US addresses only. Bib & shirt mailing is included when you become a VIP!
PACKET PICKUP
Pre-Race packet pickup location and exact hours TBD.
You can save yourself the hassle by choosing to have your bib & shirt mailed to you or by becoming a VIP– see above section for details.
COST
NYCRUNS members receive a 10% discount, race deferral rights, and other perks. Register early to make things easier for us and cheaper for you! There will be no race day registration.
Initial Pricing
Half Marathon: $75.00
Marathon: $150.00
Future price points are still to be determined
AWARDS
Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers as well as the top three male and female finishers in each of the following age groups: 19 and under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-55, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80 and over.
VOLUNTEER
Want to race this one for free? Volunteer at any of these upcoming events and rack up as much credit as you can. Or in lieu of credit for yourself, you can have us donate $25 per shift to a cause partner of your choice. What’s this all about, anyway? Learn more about the volunteer program here.
DIRECTIONS
Please take public transportation if possible. The 2/3 Train to Grand Army Plaza is steps from the start and the Q is not much further. The 2/3 stop at Eastern Parkway - Brooklyn Museum stop will be closed. Please check mta.info for the most up to date information on public transportation.
Driving is not recommended due to limited street parking.
POLICIES
The standard no-refunds, no-deferrals, no-transfers policy applies, unless you are signed up for the NYCRUNS Membership Program. NYCRUNS members receive a 10% discount, race deferral rights, and other perks. Strollers or dogs are not allowed in NYCRUNS races and you may be disqualified if earbuds or headphones hinder your awareness. You must remain on pace to finish within the time limit in order to receive course support and an official finish time. Please familiarize yourself with our complete policies and rules of competition here.
