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The Prospect Park Half Marathon 2026!

The Prospect Park Half Marathon 2026!

A small, intimate half through Brooklyn's beloved Prospect Park.

Race Date

Sep 20, 2026

Location

Brooklyn, NY

Quick facts

Date
Sunday, September 20, 2026
Location
Brooklyn, New York
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi)
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Yes

Highlights

Good For

Hidden Gem

Atmosphere

Low KeyGreat MedalWell Organized

The Experience

The Prospect Park Half Marathon offers a intimate race day in one of New York City's most iconic green spaces. With a field of around 105 runners, this is a low-key event that lets you focus on the run without the crush of a massive crowd. The course winds through the park's historic landscapes, starting on Center Drive and looping through the northern section before completing three full counterclockwise circuits of the park's outer ring.

The route is mostly paved and rolling, with modest hills that add character but won't ruin your pace. The park setting provides respite from the city's hustle, with tree-lined paths and open meadows. Expect typical June weather in the mid-60s to mid-70s, with some humidity possible. On-course support includes water stations, and the finish line on Center Drive greets you with a medal and a sense of accomplishment.

This is a race for locals and visitors alike who appreciate a well-organized, no-frills half marathon in a storied location. Bib pickup and baggage check are on race day morning, and parking is available nearby or via subway. While not a major destination event, it's a hidden gem for those seeking a personal challenge in a beautiful urban park.

Race-provided description

Come race in one of world’s best urban parks.  The Prospect Park 13.1 will be 13.1 miles 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.  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.  The Start/Finish line will be located on Center Drive right in the middle of the park.  On street parking can be found on Park Side Ave and Prospect Park South West.  The F, G and Q trains are also near by.  Please see the below maps for details and click on the link for Google Locations. https://goo.gl/maps/sGQcifL2Kfv This challenging yet scenic course will be 1 loop of the northern half of the course and 3 full loops of Prospect Park. You will start running west along Center Drive onto West Drive and complete 1 loop of the northern section of the course followed by 3 counter clockwise loops of the outer ring of Prospect Park. You will finish back on Center Drive where you can collect your MEDALS and bask in your accomplishments (Don’t worry, we will have people out there making sure you don’t get lost). Water stations will be found approximately every 1.5 miles making sure you maintain adequate hydration.

Logistics

Race Day

Sunday, September 20, 2026

Start Time

12:00 PM

Giveaway

T-Shirt

Start Location

Center Drive, Brooklyn, NY, 11215

Directions

Course Info

USATF Certified

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Park, Urban

Difficulty

Rolling Hills

Net Drop/km

-0.76 m

Separation

2.0%

USATF Certified Course

NY24007MNS · NYCRUNS Prospect Park Half Marathon 2024

Net uphill grade — expect a more challenging race. Loop course — start and finish are close together.

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage2/20

1 year running

Size10/15

~105 finishers a year

Momentum5/5

growing or steady

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details15/15

USATF certified · 5 timing sources · 6 photos

National draw0/10

runners from 1 state

Front-pack speed3/5

winner 1:16:52

Weather0/10

typical high 76°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

61°

Afternoon (High)

76°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.1"

Precipitation

13 mph

Wind

71%

Humidity

Race Photos

About the Organizer

Frequently asked

When is the The Prospect Park Half Marathon 2026!?

The The Prospect Park Half Marathon 2026! is held on Sunday, September 20, 2026, starting at 12:00 PM.

Where does the The Prospect Park Half Marathon 2026! take place?

It takes place in Brooklyn, New York.

What distances does the The Prospect Park Half Marathon 2026! offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles).

Is the The Prospect Park Half Marathon 2026! course flat and good for a PR?

The The Prospect Park Half Marathon 2026! is a rolling hills, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.

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