Brooklyn Half Marathon 2026

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The event in a few words

The New York Marathon is your dream, but those 42.195 km still feel daunting? ๐ŸŽ No worries, we've found the perfect training event for you: the Brooklyn Experience Half Marathon! ๐Ÿ˜Ž It's one of the most iconic half-marathons in the state of New York, in the United States. Its 100% urban route takes you on a journey through Brooklyn, exploring its rich history and vibrant culture ๐Ÿค“.

During your half-marathon, there's no chance you'll get bored! ๐Ÿ˜‰ From North Brooklyn, with views of the East River and iconic bridges like Williamsburg, Manhattan, and Brooklyn, with Manhattan on the horizon... ๐Ÿ™๏ธ Your senses will be delightfully overwhelmed! ๐Ÿคฉ And the final kilometers leading to the finish line? ๐Ÿ Prospect Park, one of the largest parks in the city, will witness your sprint to victory! ๐Ÿ†

Once you've got that medal around your neck ๐Ÿฅ‡, you'll be rewarded with one of the best bagels in Brooklyn, and that's priceless! ๐Ÿ˜‹ To stretch your legs and digest after your race ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ, we recommend a stroll through the neighborhood of Park Slope, located in the western part of Brooklyn ๐Ÿ“. Away from the hustle and bustle of the Big Apple, you'll be captivated by its leafy charm ๐ŸŒณ and its historic brownstone homes ๐Ÿ , typical of 19th-century New York style! With no more time constraints โฑ๏ธ, revisit the landmarks you passed during the Brooklyn Experience Half Marathon, like the Grand Army Plaza ๐Ÿช–, and take the time to truly admire them this time ๐Ÿ˜ฒ.

So, are you ready for the experience? ๐Ÿ‘€

4 reasons to join this race

One of the city's top half marathons ๐Ÿคฉ
A route that takes you past historic city landmarks, an electric atmosphere, and delightful spring weather... The Brooklyn Experience Half Marathon has rightfully earned its place among New York's iconic running events ๐ŸŽ.
The journey through Brooklyn ๐Ÿ™๏ธ
Northern Brooklyn, the East River under the historic bridges of Williamsburg, Manhattan, and Brooklyn... This isn't just the start of a sightseeing tour, but the beginning of your half-marathon journey! ๐Ÿคฏ You'll even get to run through the historic streets of Fulton Street and Flatbush Avenue and experience Brooklyn's legendary Brownstone neighborhood ๐Ÿ˜Ž. The route is designed for top runners, and we know you'll honor it in style! ๐Ÿฅ‡
A fanfare finish line ๐ŸŽบ
The highlight of this half marathon: Prospect Park! ๐ŸŒณ Finishing with a refreshing touch in the middle of this park, you'll be greeted by crowds cheering for your achievements. And as if that's not enough of a reward, there's a concert waiting for you after the race, perfect for reviving your tired legs with the rhythm of the music! ๐ŸŽถ
The city's best bagel ๐Ÿคค
Yes, we know every runner is a foodie at heart ๐Ÿ˜‹. You'll be excited to learn that after receiving your medal, you can enjoy one of Brooklyn's best bagels! No need to roam the city's restaurants; just run the Brooklyn Half Marathon ๐Ÿ˜‰.

The distance you'll all agree on

Half Marathon

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  • Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 7:00 AM
  • Elevation gainย :ย 142mD+ / 108mD-
  • 16,000+ runners in the last edition

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