You're In! What's Next?
Congratulations—you’re going to run the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon!
Read on to learn what you can do right now to start getting ready for Sunday, November 2. And if you didn’t get in—or if a friend didn't—you'll learn about other ways to gain entry or get involved in the race-week excitement.
Share Your News
Inspire others as you start your journey. Use the hashtag #TCSNYCMarathon and tag @nycmarathon.
Start Training
Check out training options to conquer 26.2 miles on November 2.
Virtual training: NYRR is excited to team up with Runna, the top-rated training platform for running, to provide you personalized and adaptable training plans. You can sign up now for NYRR x Runna – 2025 TCS New York City Marathon Training (Base + Race) to build routine, habits, and consistency for up to 18 weeks, followed by an 18- to 20-week marathon-prep block.
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 an 8-week session that starts in late March; additional sessions will open in the summer and fall.
Tune-up races: Races of any distance can help you practice logistics, dressing for the weather, fueling and hydration, running a steady pace, and more. Additional NYRR races will open for registration in April and June.
NYRR Open Run: Check out these free, weekly community-led runs in neighborhood parks across the greater New York City area. Open Run is a great way to meet other runners and establish or reinforce consistent running.
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.
Run for Charity
Add meaning to your race by running with one of hundreds of Official Charity Partners and raising funds and awareness for a cause that has meaning for you.
Book Your Trip
Start planning your travel and accommodation now. Be aware that you must visit the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon Expo Presented by New Balance in person to pick up your race number from October 30 to November 1. Stay tuned for more details about the Expo.
Join the Race-Week Fun
The TCS New York City Marathon includes events all week long.
A free youth event will kick off marathon week; you can sign up here to be notified when registration opens.
Register to run the Abbott Dash to the Finish Line 5K through Midtown Manhattan and Central Park on Saturday, November 1, or come out to cheer.
We're excited to continue and expand 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. Launched in 2024, 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 more details about race week.
Listen to Our Podcast
Subscribe to NYRR Set the Pace Presented by Peloton, the official podcast of New York Road Runners, where hosts Rob Simmelkjaer and Becs Gentry are in conversation 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)
For friends who didn’t get into the marathon, entries are available through 500+ Official Charity Partners. Charity spots fill quickly, so tell your friends to check opportunities and secure their spot soon.
Runners outside the U.S. can enter through an official International Tour Operator.
Starting March 8, runners who didn't get a spot can enter the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon sweepstakes to win one of 25 entries. Check out info here.
Your friends can sign up to volunteer on race day and get a front-row seat to all the action!
Save the Date to Enter the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon Sweepstakes
Enter for a chance to win up to TWO complimentary race entries to the TCS New York City Marathon. That’s one entry for you and a second entry for a friend of your choice!
Entries close March 22, at 11:59 p.m. ET.
Stay Tuned for More Exciting Updates!
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, Instagram, and X.
Coming soon, we'll share details about Victory Lap: The Official After-Party of the TCS New York City Marathon, returning in 2025 post-race on Sunday, November 2. You won't want to miss it!
