NYCRUNS Central Park Half Marathon
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NYCRUNS Central Park Half Marathon : February 28, 2027, Central Park, New York, NY
This is an annual half marathon covering 13.1 miles on a looped course around Central Park. The course is USATF certified. Start corrals are pace based and assigned by letter (AA through F); assignments come from the pace listed in a runner’s NYCRUNS dashboard and can be updated there.
Handcycle and wheelchair athletes are advised not to register for this course due to the high number of turns; alternatives are available in other NYCRUNS events. Race-day services include bag check with a single clear bag provided (18 x 24 inches), portable bathrooms in the festival area and on course, participant tech shirts distributed on race day only, and a finisher medal at the finish line. Post-race food includes bagel options (everything, plain, cinnamon raisin) and a New York State apple. Event photography is provided; participants receive an email with a link to a race photo gallery and some images are available as free downloads.
Bibs are available for pick up in the festival area on race day and require presentation of a unique QR code; NYCRUNS members may receive bibs by mail if registration and mailing conditions are met. Mass transit is recommended for arrival. Results are emailed and posted after the race. Awards are given to overall top three male, female, and non-binary finishers by gun time and to age group top three by net/chip time across standard age brackets.
Registration price tiers begin at $70 early bird and increase to final online prices; NYCRUNS members receive a discount and other member benefits. Standard event policies apply, including no refunds or transfers, restrictions on strollers and dogs, rules on earbuds, and course time limits. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
