NYCRUNS Falling Leaves Half Marathon

NYCRUNS Falling Leaves Half Marathon : Prospect Park, Brooklyn

The event is a USATF-certified half marathon held in Prospect Park, Brooklyn on October 17, 2026. The course consists of just under four full loops of the park with a final sprint up Center Drive; runners pass Center Drive three times before a final left turn to the finish. Start corrals are pace-based (AA-F) and located on Well House Drive; corral assignment is determined from the pace in a runner's NYCRUNS Dashboard.

A Festival Area is located in the Nethermead and provides bib pick-up on race day, bag check, portable bathrooms, and participant shirt distribution. Bag check requires a single clear bag (provided if needed, 18 x 24); items must fit in one bag and are subject to search. Hydration stations with water and electrolyte drinks are available on course and at the finish. Post-race refreshments include bagels and fresh fruit. All finishers receive a race tech shirt (sizes not guaranteed) and a finisher medal. Race photography includes one free downloadable image; additional photo packages may be purchased.

Bibs can be mailed to U.S. addresses if registration occurs at least 20 days before the event; NYCRUNS members receive complimentary bib mailing and a member discount. Results are emailed and posted online. Awards are given to the top three overall male, female, and non-binary finishers (gun time) and top three in each age group (net/chip time): 19 and under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80 and over.

The race partners with Understood for Learning Disabilities Awareness Month. Mass transit is recommended; closest subway lines include S, Q, F, and G, and nearby bus and Citi Bike options serve Prospect Park. Policies include no refunds or transfers, no strollers or dogs, and enforcement of time limits and race rules. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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