The New York City Half Marathon, held annually in March, is a 13.1-mile (21.1 km) road running event that traverses the streets of New York City. The race, established in 2006, attracts over 25,000 runners from around the world each year. The 2025 edition of the race will take place on Sunday, March 16th, 2025, with a half marathon relay race scheduled for Saturday, March 15th, 2025.
The race route starts in Prospect Park, Brooklyn, and finishes in Central Park, Manhattan. The course passes through several iconic New York City neighborhoods, including Brooklyn Heights, Cobble Hill, DUMBO, Vinegar Hill, Chinatown, Little Italy, Soho, West Village, Meatpacking District, Chelsea, and Hell’s Kitchen. The race is known for its scenic and challenging course, which includes several hills and bridges.