New York City Marathon
· starts 9:10 AM
New York, NY
New York City Marathon is a road race of 26.2 miles (42 km) in New York, New York. The next edition is on Sunday, November 7, 2027, starting at 9:10 AM. The race gives its climbing as 810 ft (247 m); measured from its course file, it's 292 ft (89 m). It starts at 159 ft (48 m) above sea level. Its high point is 180 ft (55 m). The course runs point to point. It's one of the Abbott World Marathon Majors. Entry is by lottery; registration opened on February 4, 2026. The field is about 50,000 runners.
There are 26 other upcoming marathons in New York. New York City Marathon climbs about 31 ft a mile (6 m per km), steeper than 65% of the 476 marathons listed with their climbing.
The course
Questions about New York City Marathon
When is New York City Marathon 2027?
New York City Marathon 2027 is on Sunday, November 7, 2027, starting at 9:10 AM local time.
Where is New York City Marathon?
New York City Marathon is held in New York, New York.
How long is New York City Marathon?
New York City Marathon is 26.2 miles (42 km).
How much elevation gain does New York City Marathon have?
New York City Marathon has 810 ft (247 m) of elevation gain, as the race states it.
How do you get into New York City Marathon?
Entry to New York City Marathon is by lottery. Registration opened on February 4, 2026.
What is the weather usually like at New York City Marathon?
Around New York City Marathon's date, the day's high is typically about 61°F (16°C) and the low about 46°F (8°C), averaged over recent years.
Where can I see the New York City Marathon elevation profile and aid station cutoffs?
runfarwhere has New York City Marathon's course file. The outline, distance and climbing are free on its page; the elevation profile, aid stations with cutoffs and the GPX file are part of runfarwhere Premium.
How hilly is New York City Marathon?
New York City Marathon climbs about 31 ft a mile (6 m per km), steeper than 65% of the 476 marathons listed with their climbing.
What other marathons are there in New York?
Other upcoming marathons in New York include Queens Marathon (Fall) (December 6, 2026), The Underground Circus 308 (December 19, 2026) and Devils Shadow Winter Trail Races (February 6, 2027).
Other races in New York
- Great New York State Marathon Marathon · Oct 2027, TBD
- Suffolk County Marathon Marathon · Oct 2027, TBD
- Nelson's Summit 50/50 25K · Oct 23, 2027
- Moreau Half Marathon · Oct 2027, TBD
- Castle to River Run Marathon · Oct 2027, TBD
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