The Queens Spring Half
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Event Details
The Queens Spring Half, 10K, and 5K takes place on March 29, 2026 in Corona, New York. The race location is Flushing Meadow Corona Park, specifically at the Unisphere circle.
The event features three chip-timed races:
- Half Marathon
- 10K Race
- 5K Race
Course Information
The course is run on a mostly flat, paved surface within Flushing Meadow Corona Park. It has few turns and long straightaways. Runners pass by views of New York City, the Unisphere, giant athletic statues, and a lake. The course consists of loops.
- The half marathon uses a 3.27-mile loop, completed four times.
- The 10K uses a 1.55-mile loop, also completed four times.
- The 5K uses the same 1.55-mile loop, completed twice.
This multi-loop format is designed to allow for maximum fan support along the course.
Race Amenities
The event provides on-course support, including water, Gatorade, and power gels at several points, approximately every mile. Multiple split times are provided for course adherence and real-time progress updates for runners and spectators. The race is live-streamed on YouTube and features live tracking online.
A bag check is available at the start for valuables. After the race, participants receive a unique runner's jersey and a finisher's medal. There are photo opportunities in front of landmarks like the Unisphere and the Rocket Thrower statue.
Contingency Plans
In the case of high heat, the organizers have contingency plans. These may include adjusting the course distances, starting with reducing the half marathon to a ten-mile race. Timing systems will also allow participants to switch to a shorter distance after starting, and they will still be scored for the shorter event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
