Rockaway Beach Half Marathon
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Event Overview
The Rockaway Beach event takes place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, in Far Rockaway, New York. The start and finish lines are located at Beach 94th Street on the boardwalk. Participants can choose between two main distances:
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
- 5K (3.1 miles)
Course Details
The courses are set entirely on the boardwalk. The Half Marathon consists of two loops. Runners proceed from Beach 94th Street to a U-turn at Beach 124th Street, continue to Beach 54th Street, and return to Beach 94th Street to complete the loop. The 5K route follows a single loop starting from Beach 94th Street, heading to a U-turn at Beach 124th Street, and returning to the finish line at Beach 94th Street.
Amenities and Logistics
Ample water and Gatorade stations are positioned along the course for participant hydration. Public parking is available in a dedicated lot located on Beach 94th Street. Registered participants receive a T-shirt and a medal upon completion of the event. On-site bib and T-shirt collection occurs at the boardwalk location prior to the start of the races. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
