The Thankful 13.1 Half Marathon!
Thankful 13.1 offers a challenging, beautiful half marathon through Brooklyn's iconic Prospect Park.
Race Date
Nov 15, 2026
Location
Brooklyn, NY
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, November 15, 2026
- Location
- Brooklyn, New York
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Thankful 13.1 transforms Brooklyn's famed Prospect Park into a challenging and beautiful half marathon course. This event, held within a park steeped in history and a significant site during the American Revolution, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and urban exploration.
The course winds through the heart of Prospect Park, presenting a demanding multiloop journey. Runners can expect a scenic yet rigorous path, making it a true test of endurance within a celebrated urban oasis. The park's historic grounds provide a picturesque backdrop for the race.
While specific historical figures for field size and runner origins are not provided, the event aims to create a memorable race day experience. Participants are encouraged to arrive early for packet pickup and baggage check to ensure a smooth start to this challenging and scenic Brooklyn race.
Race-provided description
The Race Guys decided that Prospect Park was deserving of its own premier running event. This 13.1 mile journey around one of the worlds most iconic parks will be as challenging as it is beautiful.
Event details and schedule
Come race in one of world's best urban parks. The Thankful 13.1 will be a Half Marathon of challenging miles with a legacy of beautiful and historic running. This hallowed battle ground of the American Revolution provides a gorgeous setting for a challenging multiloop race through the heart of Brooklyn. Register now while you still can and be a part of history.
Packet Pickup/Baggage Check:
Bib pick up will be held exclusively on race day and will be from 6:30 until 7:30. Please do not wait until the last minute so that we can be sure we start the race on time. Come early, get your race day materials and have plenty of time for your pre race warm ups and routines. Baggage check will be located adjacent to bib pickup.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, November 15, 2026
Start Time
1:00 PM
Start Location
Brooklyn, NY, 11215
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Park, Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
4 timing sources · 3 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 54°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
39°
Afternoon (High)
54°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.1"
Precipitation
15 mph
Wind
63%
Humidity
About the Organizer
Frequently asked
When is the The Thankful 13.1 Half Marathon!?
The The Thankful 13.1 Half Marathon! is held on Sunday, November 15, 2026, starting at 1:00 PM.
Where does the The Thankful 13.1 Half Marathon! take place?
It takes place in Brooklyn, New York.
What distances does the The Thankful 13.1 Half Marathon! offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the The Thankful 13.1 Half Marathon! course flat and good for a PR?
The The Thankful 13.1 Half Marathon! is a rolling hills, loop course course.
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