Queens Marathon
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Queens Marathon Weekend 2026
Queens Marathon Weekend takes place across two days in early December 2026. The QDR 5K and 10K are scheduled at Flushing Meadows Corona Park on December 5. The Queens Marathon and QDR Half Marathon move onto the streets of Long Island City on December 6.
The event now stages the longer races in Long Island City after a decade based in Flushing Meadows Corona Park. Organizers describe this as the start of a course that may include more Queens neighborhoods in future editions.
Distances included in the weekend:
- Full Marathon : 26.2 miles
- Half Marathon : 13.1 miles
- 10K : 6.2 miles
- 5K : 3.1 miles
Registration is handled online and registration fees are non refundable. Members of Queens Distance Runners and QDR+ receive race specific discount codes. Registration options include individual and team entries.
Transportation notes for race weekend:
- Flushing Meadows Corona Park: use Queens Museum parking or take the 7 train to Mets–Willets Point, about a 10 minute walk to the Unisphere.
- Long Island City: start near LaGuardia Community College; accessible via the 7, E, M, R or G trains. Expect street closures and allow extra time on race day.
Awards are given to the top three overall in male, female, and non binary categories, and top three in multiple age groups. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
