Planet NY Half Marathon
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Event Overview
The Planet NY Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K takes place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Flushing Meadow Corona Park in Forest Hills, New York. The event offers in-person and virtual options for the Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K distances.
Course Details
The race course is a loop within Flushing Meadow Corona Park, featuring tree-lined paths and views of the Unisphere and the city skyline. The Half Marathon consists of four laps of a 3.27-mile loop. The 10K involves two laps on a slightly modified 3.1-mile loop. The 5K is a single lap on the same course. Each loop is chip-timed in real time with digital mapping and live streaming available for spectators.
Event Information
Packet pickup is available on race day only. The event includes water stations with gels, water, and Gatorade, as well as porta-potties and public restrooms along the course. The start area is near the Unisphere, a nine-minute walk south from the 7 train and next to the Queens Museum.
Participants receive a technical T-shirt with a full-color logo and a die-cast finisher medal. Awards are given to the top three overall male and female winners, as well as the top three in age groups from 14-19 to 65+. Post-race snacks include fresh baked bagels with spreads, organic peanut butter, and butter.
The event partners with the non-profit B-Local NYC, which supports businesses with a social impact. Participants can choose to donate to this cause during registration. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
