Jan. 9, 2025 By Kirstyn Brendlen There’s a new half marathon in town — kind of. What was previously the NYCRUNS Brooklyn Half Marathon has been reintroduced as the NYCRUNS Brooklyn Experience Half Marathon after the organization settled a trademark lawsuit with the New York Road Runners. Aside from its name, the race —…
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Brooklyn’s guide to the 2024 New York City Marathon: Who’s running, where to watch, and which roads are closed
Oct. 30, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen The New York City Marathon is barreling toward the Big Apple once again, with just days to go before more than 50,000 runners fill the streets on their 26.2-mile, five-borough journey. On Sunday, Nov. 3, the city will be overflowing with athletes, cheering crowds, and high energy, and…
PHOTOS: Nearly 30,000 people cross Coney Island finish line at RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon
May. 20, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen
Nearly 30,000 people crossed the finish line at the RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon in Coney Island on Saturday morning afternoon after pounding the Kings County pavement for 13.1 miles.
Road closures, cheer zones, and more: Your guide to the 2024 RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon
May. 16, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen
Roughly 26,000 runners will run 13.1 miles from Prospect Park to Coney Island during the RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon on Saturday, looping through dozens of neighborhoods on the way to the finish line.
A new tradition: Prospect Park Track Club works to raise money and awareness for Native American org at annual Turkey Trot
Nov. 21, 2023 By Melissa Fishman
For dedicated runners in need of a pre-Thanksgiving dinner fix, the Prospect Park Track Club is offering a different kind of turkey trot, where runners will get in their daily dose of exercise while taking a deeper look at their holiday traditions.
Running for a cause: Brooklynites tackle New York City Marathon for ‘something bigger than themselves’
Nov. 20, 2023 By Melissa Fishman
For one group of 26 runners, this year’s TCS New York City Marathon was much more than a day of grueling running. Instead it was the measure of true grit, determination, and proving that they can do the impossible.
Everything Brooklynites need to know as the 2023 New York City Marathon: Road closures, best viewing spots, and local runners
Nov. 3, 2023 By Augostina Mallous
Marathon season is upon us, and the TCS New York City Marathon is ready to take over the streets of the five boroughs on Nov. 5. On the first Sunday in November, this iconic race brings together runners from around the world for an unforgettable 26.2-mile journey through the heart of the Big Apple.
Saturday’s Brooklyn Half Marathon: How to watch, road closures, and more
May. 18, 2023 By Kirstyn Brendlen
A stampede of over 26,000 runners will pound the pavement for over 13 miles on Saturday during the Brooklyn Half Marathon, winding their way through the streets of Kings County.