NYCRUNS Big Apple Half Marathon
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NYCRUNS Big Apple Half Marathon
The NYCRUNS Big Apple Half Marathon takes place in Central Park, New York on December 13, 2026. The race uses a looped course around Central Park; all NYCRUNS courses are USATF certified. Start corrals are pace based and assigned by letter (AA through F); assignments appear on the bib and are set from the pace listed in a runner's NYCRUNS dashboard.
Race day amenities include bag check with a single clear bag available (18 x 24 inches), portable bathrooms located near each fluid station, and course hydration with water and Gatorade served in cups. Post race refueling includes cups of water and Gatorade, a bag of pretzels, and a Brooklyn bagel with schmear. Participant tech shirts are distributed on race morning; sizes are not guaranteed. A finisher medal is presented at the finish. Event photography includes one free downloadable image per runner plus optional paid photo packages.
Logistics notes: bib mailing is free for active NYCRUNS members and can be purchased by non members when allowed; bibs can be mailed only if registration occurs 20 or more days before the event and only to U.S. addresses. If a bib is not mailed, pick up is available on race morning in the Festival Area using a QR code supplied the week of the race. Mass transit is recommended; parking is limited.
Awards and prize structure: overall top three male, female, and non binary finishers receive awards by gun time; age group awards are offered across standard age bands from 19 and under through 80 and over. Prize money is paid to eligible NYCRUNS members who meet criteria with payouts of 1st Place $1,000; 2nd $500; 3rd $250; 4th $200; 5th $150; 6th–10th $100. Policies include no refunds and no transfers while members may withdraw for race credit. Handcycle and wheelchair athletes are not advised for this multi loop course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
