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The New Yorker Half Marathon, 10k, 5k Shake Out

The New Yorker Half Marathon, 10k, 5k Shake Out

Flushing Meadows Corona Park hosts a fast, looped half marathon with iconic views.

Race Date

Nov 7, 2026

Location

Forest Hills, NY

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, November 7, 2026
Location
Forest Hills, New York
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 10K, 5K, 13.1 Miles
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

PR Friendly

Atmosphere

Spectator SupportGreat MedalGreat Swag

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

This New Yorker Half Marathon series offers a unique racing experience within Flushing Meadows Corona Park, a gem of Queens, New York. Runners will loop around the iconic Unisphere and pass by other notable landmarks, taking in unforgettable views of one of NYC's most beautiful parks. The course is designed for speed, with a flat, fan-friendly loop that half marathoners will complete four times. Real-time timing for each loop allows friends and family to follow your progress closely.

This event is more than just a race; it's a chance to keep your racing momentum going in a truly incredible city. With traditional aid stations offering water, Gatorade, and gels, and a technical t-shirt and die-cast finisher medal awaiting you, the focus is on a well-supported and rewarding race day. Awards are presented to the top three overall finishers and age group winners, celebrating a wide range of achievements.

Race-provided description

Shake it before the Marathon! The course is in Flushing Meadow Corona Park, right next to the iconic Unisphere. The course is in one of NYC's most beautiful parks and goes around a lake, landmarks, and unforgettable views.  The course for Half Marathon athletes is a flat and fan friendly 3.275 Mile loop that Half Marathoners will run 4 times. The course for 10K and 5K athletes is a 3.1 Mile loop that 10K athletes will run twice and 5K athletes will run once. Every loop will be timed in real time!  It’s a great way to keep up with your racing in the most incredible city in the world.  Join us!  RACE DAY Show up ready to run approximately 45 minutes prior to the start.  If you do not have your bib follow directions from staff. START TIMES 9:30 A.M. - HALF MARATHON 9:45 AM - 10 K RACE 9:45 AM - 5 K RACE LOCATION:  Start location is by the Unisphere.   COURSE VIDEO LINK COURSE SUPPORT:  Traditional water and gatorade support stations with paper cups.  Also, power gels handed out to keep you going.   Trash recepticals and volunteers on the course for all trash.   AMENITIES Technical T-shirt, die cast finisher medal, plaque awards for top 3 overall and in age groups of 3.  TIMING   Every loop is timed in real time! Your family and friends can track you per loop. Video and images uploaded within 2 hours from the end of the race.  AWARDS Overall Top three awards to male and female winners Age group awards for age groups of 19 & under, and for age groups 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, November 7, 2026

Start Time

2:00 PM

Giveaway

T-Shirt

Start Location

Flushing Meadow Corona Park, Forest Hills, NY, 11354

Directions

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

10K5K13.1 Miles

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

46°

Afternoon (High)

61°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.0"

Precipitation

13 mph

Wind

69%

Humidity

Race Photos

About the Organizer

Du City Tri Runs, Inc.
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Frequently asked

When is the The New Yorker Half Marathon, 10k, 5k Shake Out?

The The New Yorker Half Marathon, 10k, 5k Shake Out is held on Saturday, November 7, 2026, starting at 2:00 PM.

Where does the The New Yorker Half Marathon, 10k, 5k Shake Out take place?

It takes place in Forest Hills, New York.

What distances does the The New Yorker Half Marathon, 10k, 5k Shake Out offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 10K, 5K, 13.1 Miles.

Is the The New Yorker Half Marathon, 10k, 5k Shake Out course flat and good for a PR?

The The New Yorker Half Marathon, 10k, 5k Shake Out is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

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