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You're In! What's Next as a 2026 TCS New York City Marathon Entrant?

You're In! What's Next as a 2026 TCS New York City Marathon Entrant?

Mar 04, 2026

Congratulations! You’re going to run the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon—the best day of the year in the best city in the world and one of the most inclusive and accessible sporting events anywhere. This year will be extra special as it marks the 50th anniversary of the five-borough course through NYC.

Read on to learn what you can do to start getting ready, and stay tuned for more updates. If you didn’t get in—or if a friend didn't—find out about other ways to gain entry or join in the excitement.

Start Training

Virtual training: Train wherever you are with NYRR x Runna, the world’s top-rated running coach app. This personalized marathon training plan brings together NYRR’s deep running expertise and Runna’s innovative technology to help you train with confidence. The adaptive coaching is tailored to your experience level, schedule, and goals.

In-person coached workouts in NYC: NYRR Group Training offers coached group long runs, tempo runs, and speed sessions in parks in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens for runners of all levels and abilities. Registration is open for the next 8-week session, which starts in late March. Additional sessions will open in the summer and fall.

NYRR Open Run: Offering free, weekly community-led runs in neighborhood parks across the five boroughs and in Jersey City, Open Run is a great way to meet other runners and keep your running consistent and fun.

Tune-up races: Races can help you practice logistics, fueling, hydration, pacing, and more as you prepare to run 26.2. Registration for the next NYRR races will open in late spring.

Join New York Road Runners

NYRR members get discounts on race registration, programs, select New Balance gear, and more, and they support NYRR's nonprofit vision and mission. Check out membership options here and join or renew today.

Book Your Trip

Start planning your travel and accommodation, keeping in mind that you must visit the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon Expo Presented by New Balance in person to pick up your race number from October 29–31. Stay tuned for Expo hours, location, and details.

Personalize Your Bib

Personalize your marathon bib to include your first name. With your name displayed clearly on your bib, spectators across all five boroughs can show their support by cheering you on. Learn more and order here by September 8, 2026.

Join the Race-Week Fun

Runners on 42nd Street at 2025 Abbott Dash to the Finish Line 5K November 1

The TCS New York City Marathon includes events all week long.

The TCS New York City Marathon Kids Kickoff, a free youth event, will kick off marathon week on Sunday, October 25. You can sign up here to be notified when registration opens.

Registration for the Abbott Dash to the Finish Line 5K through Midtown Manhattan and Central Park on Saturday, October 31 will open later this spring.

Victory Lap: The Official After-Party of the TCS New York City Marathon will take place the evening of race day featuring special appearances by the marathon champions, exclusive giveaways only available to guests, and many more surprises! You won't want to miss this celebration.

Stay tuned for more race-week events and details.

Beyond the Finish Line

Beyond the Finish Line, a partnership with New York City's top cultural institutions to create a unique mix of experiences for TCS New York City Marathon runners and their friends and families that transcend the marathon course and finish line. Beyond the Finish Line helps bridge the gap between nonprofit institutions and local communities throughout the five boroughs by building awareness of their programming, highlighting accessibility, and bringing exclusive offers to runners and NYRR members. Stay tuned for details.

Listen to Our Podcast

NYRR Set the Pace Presented by Peloton, the official podcast of New York Road Runners, brings you weekly conversations with inspiring athletes, from everyday enthusiasts to elite marathoners. These stories of perseverance, drive, and dedication are perfect to listen to on your training runs.

Tell Friends They Can Still Run (or Volunteer)

Woman charity runner at 2025 TCS NYC Marathon

The TCS New York City Marathon Official Charity Partner Program supports other nonprofit missions and services by giving organizations guaranteed entries to the TCS New York City Marathon for athletes to fundraise on their behalf. Since the inception of the Official Charity Partner Program in 2006, runners have raised nearly $700 million for more than 1,000 worthy nonprofit organizations. Learn more and find a charity here starting March 5.

Runners outside the U.S. can enter through an Official International Tour Operator; learn more here.

Woman runner on Central Park South at 2025 TCS NYC Marathon

Opportunities to volunteer on race day are available here. Your friends who aren't running can get a front-row seat to all the action!

Registration for the 2026 Virtual TCS New York City Marathon Powered by Strava will open in mid-June.

Enter the 2026 Across the Boroughs Marathon Sweepstakes

Runners who didn't get a spot can enter the 2026 TCS Across the Boroughs Marathon Sweepstakes. To honor the 50th anniversary of the five-borough course, this year’s sweepstakes will include two grand prize winners receiving complimentary entry to the marathon and NYRR Five-Borough Series races, and 10 runner-up winners receiving complimentary entry to the marathon. Check out info here. Entries close March 19 at 11:59 p.m. ET.

Keep an eye on your inbox for newsletters full of important information, action items, and special offers, and follow the TCS New York City Marathon on Facebook and Instagram.