NYRR Midnight Run
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NYRR Midnight Run
The NYRR Midnight Run is a multi-category running event held in Central Park, Manhattan. Participants celebrate the transition into the new year by completing a 4-mile course that begins as the clock strikes midnight. The event features a fireworks display that illuminates the sky at the start of the race.
The event offers several registration options and participant services:
- 4 Miles
The race is a scored event and provides credit toward the NYRR 9+1 program, which allows members to qualify for the New York City Marathon. Participants receive a winter accessory as a souvenir for the event. Results and runner tracking are available through a dedicated mobile application, with official results posted online after the conclusion of the race.
Awards are presented on-site to the top three finishers in the overall men, women, and nonbinary divisions. Registrants may also apply for age-group awards following the competition. The organizer provides various accessibility services, including accommodations for athletes with disabilities and the option to request guide or support runners. Clear bag check services are available, and race numbers can be collected at the NYRR RUNCenter prior to the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
