The Brooklyn Fall Half, 10K, and 5K
Brooklyn Fall Half offers a fast, flat loop through Prospect Park with strong community vibes.
Race Date
Nov 8, 2026
Location
Brooklyn, NY
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, November 8, 2026
- Location
- Brooklyn, New York
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 1,205
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Brooklyn Fall Half, 10K, and 5K transform Prospect Park into a vibrant race hub each autumn. Runners navigate a familiar, fast, and flat loop course, designed for optimal performance. With five editions on record and a growing field, this event has become a fixture for local runners and those seeking a well-organized city race.
The course is a true loop, with each iteration timed to provide real-time splits and a final finish time. Runners will pass through three aid stations per loop, ensuring ample hydration and fuel. The atmosphere is one of community and shared effort, with awards for top finishers and age groups.
This race is a great option for those looking to set a personal best or simply enjoy a well-supported run in one of Brooklyn's most iconic green spaces. The event offers a technical t-shirt, personalized bibs for early registrants, and a die-cast medal, making it a rewarding experience for all participants.
Race-provided description
Location: Prospect Park, Brooklyn, NYC Reference Address: Greek Shelter (Peristyle) south side of Prospect Park off of Parkside Avenue MAP Check-in: Greek Shelter (Peristyle) The HALF course consists of 4 loops. The 10K consists of 2 loops. The 5K consists of 1 loop. Every loop will be timed in real-time. You will receive splits and a final time. Start is located a little over a tenth of a mile from the meeting point/finish line. The meeting point and finish line are at the Greek Shelter (Peristyle). Water Stations: You will have 3 water stations on the loop providing you with 12 water station visits along the course. Besides water there will be power gels, and Gatorade. Amenities: Technical T-shirt: male & female cut Personalized bib (must register 4 weeks prior) commemorative bib thereafter. Die-Cast Medal with full-color ribbon Live Tracking & Streaming Finisher Pictures & video AWARDS Top 3 overall Male and Female Top 3 Age Groups Male and Female 19 & under, 20's, 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, and 70+ http://www.citytri.com/brooklyn-fall-half-marathon
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, November 8, 2026
Start Time
9:30 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
Parade Pl. and ParkSide Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11226, Brooklyn, NY, 11226
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Park
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Solid Pick415 years running
~89 finishers a year
growing or steady
2% returning runners
5 timing sources
runners from 1 state
winner 1:23:20
typical high 61°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
46°
Afternoon (High)
61°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
14 mph
Wind
69%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 1,205 finishers actually crossed the line across 5 years.
Most recent
2022
Total finishers
1,205
Median time
2:02:31
Latest turnout
89
States
18
Turnout by year
2018–2022
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Frequently asked
When is the The Brooklyn Fall Half, 10K, and 5K?
The The Brooklyn Fall Half, 10K, and 5K is held on Sunday, November 8, 2026, starting at 9:30 AM.
Where does the The Brooklyn Fall Half, 10K, and 5K take place?
It takes place in Brooklyn, New York.
What distances does the The Brooklyn Fall Half, 10K, and 5K offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles.
Is the The Brooklyn Fall Half, 10K, and 5K course flat and good for a PR?
The The Brooklyn Fall Half, 10K, and 5K is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the The Brooklyn Fall Half, 10K, and 5K?
HalfRuns has finish records for 1,205 runners who have completed the The Brooklyn Fall Half, 10K, and 5K.
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