NYC Summer Half, 5 Miler
Sat, Aug 1, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT
- Location
- New York, NY
- 102nd Street Crossing/Transverse & East Drive, Central Park, 10029
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Compete with global runners on a breathtaking Central Park course, featuring excellent support and post-race NYC bagels.
- Scenic
- Competitive
Scenic
CompetitiveGreat for: runners who like a competitive edge
Experience the vibrant pulse of the running world at the NYC Summer Half in iconic Central Park. Join hundreds of athletes from around the globe to compete on a truly breathtaking course. This 843-acre urban oasis, with its trees, meadows, and paths, offers a beautiful setting for your race. The course is well-marked and supported with ice-cold water and Gatorade, leading to a fun awards ceremony featuring NYC's best bagels.
What to expect
- Run a well-marked course through Central Park, supported by ice-cold water and Gatorade stations.
- Join a diverse field of runners from around the world.
- Enjoy a fun awards ceremony afterward, complete with NYC's best bagels.
Standout details
- Iconic Central Park course
- Global runner competition
- Ice-cold water & Gatorade
- Post-race NYC bagels & awards
Perks & features
- Awards
- Medal
Awards
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 5 Miles
Sat, Aug 1, 8:30 AM EDT · From $80.50
Opens Dec 4, 2025, 10:04 AM EST · Closes Jul 30, 2026, 3:30 AM EDT
- 13.1 Miles
Sat, Aug 1, 8:30 AM EDT · From $101.70
Opens Dec 4, 2025, 10:04 AM EST · Closes Jul 30, 2026, 3:30 AM EDT
Vibe Check
Steady Effort
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The course
- Timed race
From the organizer
The pulse of the running world can be felt in Central Park where you and hundreds of athletes from around the world will compete. To race in Central Park is breathtaking not only because of the great course but also because of what this place means to runners from all over the world. This is the largest and most important public backyard (park) in NYC with 843 acres of trees, meadows, paths, and attractions. It’s always beautiful and in the middle of the summer, it’s the place to be. The course is perfect for you, marked at every mile and turn, supported with water stations that have ice cold water and Gatorade. Join us afterward for a fun awards ceremony, NYC’s best bagels!
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