RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH THANKSGIVING HALF MARATHON AND 5K
Rockaway Beach Thanksgiving Half Marathon offers a scenic, flat course with ocean views.
Race Date
Nov 21, 2026
Location
Rockaway Park, NY
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, November 21, 2026
- Location
- Rockaway Park, New York
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 126
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Run Rockaway Beach Thanksgiving Half Marathon and 5K presents a unique opportunity to race along the iconic boardwalk, offering a refreshing seaside experience. This event, first run in 2024, typically sees around 126 finishers, providing an intimate yet engaging atmosphere.
The course is a USATF-certified half marathon, primarily run on paved surfaces with minimal elevation change, making it a potentially fast and flat route. Runners can expect to be cheered on by spectators lining the boardwalk, enjoying the crisp November air and the sound of the ocean.
Participants receive a T-shirt and a medal, with ample aid stations providing water and Gatorade. The race starts and finishes on the 108th Street Boardwalk, offering a fitting conclusion to a scenic and straightforward race day.
Race-provided description
THANKSGIVING HALF MARATHON OR 5K Saturday 21st November 2026 8:00am check in at Healy's Pub 108-07 Rockaway Beach Blvd, Rockaway Park, NY, United States, New York Bib Tag, T-Shirt, pick up and late registration. 9:00 am Start of all Races. Start Line & finish are on 108th on Boardwalk. USATF certified Half Marathon course Start on boardwalk beach 108 street INCLUDES Water and Gatorade will be available at ample locations. T-SHIRT/ MEDAL
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
Healy's Pub 108-07 Rockaway Beach Blvd, Rockaway Park, NY, United States, New York, Rockaway Park, NY, 11694
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
1 year running
~126 finishers a year
growing or steady
0% returning runners
5 timing sources · 6 photos
runners from 1 state
winner 1:13:29
typical high 50°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
37°
Afternoon (High)
50°
Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times
0.1"
Precipitation
14 mph
Wind
66%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 126 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2024
Total finishers
126
Median time
2:08:56
Latest turnout
126
States
1
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH THANKSGIVING HALF MARATHON AND 5K?
The RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH THANKSGIVING HALF MARATHON AND 5K is held on Saturday, November 21, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH THANKSGIVING HALF MARATHON AND 5K take place?
It takes place in Rockaway Park, New York.
What distances does the RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH THANKSGIVING HALF MARATHON AND 5K offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles.
Is the RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH THANKSGIVING HALF MARATHON AND 5K course flat and good for a PR?
The RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH THANKSGIVING HALF MARATHON AND 5K is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH THANKSGIVING HALF MARATHON AND 5K?
HalfRuns has finish records for 126 runners who have completed the RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH THANKSGIVING HALF MARATHON AND 5K.
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