Is there a reasonable way to get into 2027? I only have a 2 1/2 min time qualifier buffer so that’s out. I guess charity might be my only option?

Yesterday and today I attempted to run over the brooklyn bridge. Once a bit after 6 pm, once just after 7am. The evening attempt there were multiple times I had to stop my watch and walk, the crowds were so thick. The morning attempt I only had to do that once, but had a few close calls as tourists stepped erratically while trying to frame a photograph. I've run over this bridge occasionally for years. Evenings are often a bit crowded, but both the past two days have felt different to me. Any other commuter runners notice this? Is this just a seasonal variation through the holidays or just marathon week or a more durable increase in popularity?

Goal has been to run Sub-4 on Sunday. Garmin says I can, Strava says i’m close. Last 2 long runs went well and felt good but unsure if i’m being too optimistic about my chances. Thoughts?

Has there ever been a crack down on people setting up music and handing out snacks/alcohol to runners along the NYC Marathon? We've done this in the past and had fun, but I'm just now learning that we could get in a lot of trouble for it? But I'm wondering if that ever really even happens or if they just have to say "don't do it" for liability purposes etc

I’m in wave 5 blue, and i want to see loved ones on 4th avenue about bergen or wyckoff cross st.
blue says i’ll be on the right side, but they will be on the left, can i cross 4th avenue to see them?
nyrr says you can’t until mile 8 ? is this true?

I've seen some good websites that people created which aggregated all the events for this weekend. Now I can't find them. Can people share some of the websites they've used to find events for this weekend?

Hey! Wanted to share an NYC Marathon course breakdown I collaborated on with Evan Wood, who many here may recognize as Just Another Running Coach. Hope people find it helpful!

I’ll be traveling in for the half marathon in March. I’m trying to cut down the amount of days I’m staying. I would like to partake in events or activities for runners (if there are any).

Would I benefit better from an extra day before or after the race?

Running the marathon this weekend and I have some friends spectating. I tried to give them a guide on which miles to see me, but I know the streets can be difficult to navigate and they might end up at a different spot than I planned. In those cases I would want them to text me so I know where they are.

Has anyone ever had issues with receiving text messages during the race? Or is it generally fine?

Are there any groups running the route in reverse at midnight this year?

Curious if anyone has experience changing shoes mid-marathon. I've struggled to find a pair that stays comfortable beyond 18 miles or so, as something always seems to start bothering me.

I'm already planning to wear an old pair to the start and was considering switching into a fresh pair around halfway through. Has anyone tried this? Did it actually help, or was it more trouble than it was worth?

Also wondering whether it's worth having another pair of comfortable shoes or sandals waiting at the finish, or if that's just overkill.

Coming back from an injury, so this will be a slow one. Just happy to be making it to the start line at this point! Thanks!

NYCM spectator tickets are where to be purchased? I can’t find any one the website nor a link. Have they not been released yet?

Hi all! I’m going to be cheering on a family member during the marathon this year. I’m planning to cheer for her in Greenpoint and then meet up with some other family members for more cheering in LIC. The runner will be run/walking at a fairly slow pace so I’m confident that I could book it up the side streets and make it to LIC before her. My only hiccup is the Pulaski bridge. I’m not sure if it’s open to foot traffic or not. Anyone know? If it’s not, I can hop the subway and get there that way.

I know not ideal to be on my feet the evening before the race, but I still want to take my kid trick-or-treating. Any recommendations for neighborhoods in Brooklyn or near Financial District? Or any Halloween events that I can take them during the day?

Where’s everyone staying for the 2026 NYC Marathon? Anyone staying in Harlem? Would love to hear what areas or hotels everyone has booked! 🏃‍♀️🗽

I might not be running this year but it certainly feels exciting knowing the amount of people that will be passing by this area on Sunday!

This was my attempt as turning my 2023 marathon poncho into something useful.

Gift article link: The Race to Race