Queens Marathon
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Queens Marathon Weekend 2026
Queens Marathon Weekend takes place December 5–6, 2026, with shorter races at Flushing Meadows Corona Park and the half and full marathons on city streets in Long Island City. The event moves the Queens Marathon out of the park into Long Island City after years based at Flushing Meadows Corona Park due to flooding around Meadow Lake; the park remains part of the event history and the weekend still includes races there.
Races and locations:
- 5K (3.1 miles) : Flushing Meadows Corona Park
- 10K (6.2 miles) : Flushing Meadows Corona Park
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles) : Long Island City, start near LaGuardia Community College
- Full Marathon (26.2 miles) : Long Island City
Registration is available online and the event lists tiered entry fees and member discounts. Registration fees are nonrefundable and used toward race expenses. The organizers note this move is the start of a plan to expand the course through more Queens neighborhoods in future years.
Transportation details are provided for each day, including suggested parking areas for the park and multiple subway options for Long Island City; the organizers advise allowing extra time on race day because of street closures and race activity. Awards are given to top finishers overall and by age group. The race has supported local causes such as NYC Kids RISE and college savings accounts for Queens third graders. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
