New York City Marathon is November 4 which kicks off in Staten Island and travels through all the boroughs ending in Central Park at 67th and West Drive. Start times vary from 8:30am to 11am.
Best Spots to Watch on the Course
Catch all the action, and your favorite runners, by standing and cheering along the course. Here are some super locations where you can get a great view and enjoy the local scene:
Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn (Miles 2-4): You’ll see runners–pros, those you know, and the masses–as they exit the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge and move along Fourth Avenue. Subway: R
Williamsburg and Greenpoint, Brooklyn (Miles 10-13): Claim some sidewalk space along streets lined with shops and restaurants, in this very popular section of Brooklyn. Enjoy local treats as you watch runners and encourage them to keep their pace as they head toward the Pulaski Bridge to cross into Queens. Subway: G, L, M, J
Pulaski Bridge (Mile 13.1): The Pulaski Bridge connects Brooklyn to Long Island City, Queens. The bridge is closed to spectators, but many fans wait on the Queens side, just past the race’s halfway mark, where runners appreciate some loud encouragement. Subway: 7, G
First Avenue, Manhattan (Miles 16-18): First Avenue is known for being packed with spectators who line the sidewalks and shout encouragement at deafening levels. The avenue’s many bars and restaurants contribute to the festive atmosphere. Fans can run in and out of establishments without missing a beat. Subway: 4, 5, 6, N, Q, R
East Harlem (Miles 18-20): Also known as Spanish Harlem, this neighborhood is home to a vibrant Latino community and provides fantastic music on race day. This is a perfect location to cheer your heart out to help keep the motivation high. Subway: 5
New Balance Mile-20 Block Party, Bronx (135th Street and Alexander Avenue): As runners come off the Willis Avenue Bridge in the Bronx, New Balance will help them punch through the “wall” at what’s often the most difficult part of the race. The New Balance Mile-20 Block Party will have music by Bronx DJs, a local drumline, a large interactive digital screen, encouraging words from New Yorkers, and Daybreaker to curate a cheer zone with incredible energy. Subway: 6
Fifth Avenue, East 90th Street-East 105th Street (Miles 23-24): Along the east side of Central Park, this stretch of Fifth Avenue includes the Guggenheim Museum, the Jewish Museum, the National Academy Museum, El Museo del Barrio, and the Museum of the City of New York. It’s a cultural hub as well as a crucial spot to catch your runners before they enter Central Park. Subway: 4, 5, 6, Q
Team for Kids Manhattan Cheer Post: Fifth Avenue at East 106th Street. Subway: 4, 5, 6
United Stage: Columbus Circle. Subway: A, C, B, D, 1
