16 events in New York, New York
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16 events in New York-
Wed, Apr 22, 2026 at 2:00 PMSee full details
Miles are better run together! Gather your team of up to 8 runners (friends, coworkers, neighbors, etc.) for a 26.2-mile relay challenge at the fastest track in the world. Refreshments, prizes, and a vibrant atmosphere with music and energy are guaranteed. Your race registration supports Armory College Prep and The Armory Foundation’s youth and athletic programs.
Early registration for 2026 event sponsors is now open! Contact [email protected] to learn more about increasing your firm’s impact by becoming a sponsor.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2025 Team Relay Marathon! With your support, this event gets bigger and better each year!
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Sat, May 02, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
🌅Run at Sunrise with pretty scenic views!
Start your day — and your journey — with a breathtaking sunrise and fellow runners chasing greatness.
Overview:
Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list.
This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave.
All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!
There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting!
When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey.
Timing:
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Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.
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No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)!
What You Get (Swag Bag):
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Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only)
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Finisher's Towel or Giveaway
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Finisher's Medal!
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Digital Training Pack
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Online Results & Certificate of Completion
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Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs
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We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional). These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more.
Packet Pickup:
No hassle of picking up packets required!
-Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling)
- Race bibs are provided on race day
When will I get my Swag?
You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race.
Race Updates:
We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.
Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race)
Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race!
Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time: [email protected])
(Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis)
Wave A: 7:30AM
Wave B: 8:00AM
Wave C: 8:30AM
Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave)
Are there any other Questions we missed?
https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/
Virtual Run Option:
- Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run.
Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to [email protected] to receive your medal!
Race Bundle:
Sign-up for more races and get a discount!
Sponsorships & Promoting your Business:
If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business!
https://www.thebestraces.com/events
Team Glo Volunteers:
If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/
Be part of the Journey!
Our Charity Initiatives. Find out more @ www.thebestracesjourney.com
Keep running. Every mile you log after the race, we'll donate $1 to one of the charities we work with! (Note that Fundraising is Optional)
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Sat, May 09, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Join us on Saturday, May 9, 2026, 8AM, for the Sri Chinmoy 5K, Half-Marathon & Relay featuring a scenic, flat and fast loop through the historic landmarks and sights of Flushing Meadows Park. USATF certified course.
Sponsored by the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team in cooperation with the NYC Parks Department.
AMENITIES:
Free parking, bag check, aid stations every mile, custom race shirt, custom finisher medals, free finisher photos, and our famous post-race pancake breakfast!
THE COURSE
A scenic, mostly flat, accurately measured USATF certified loop starting at the north end of Meadow Lake, passing the iconic World's Fair Unisphere, Fountain of the Planets, Queens Zoo, New York State Pavilion and Queens Museum of Art. 5K = 1 loop, Half-Marathon = 1x 5K loop + 3x 5.37K loop.
REGISTRATION AND FEES:
Want to race this one for FREE? It's easy - register here on RunSignup, then refer friends and family to earn your registration back! How it works >>
Prices now include all processing fees. What you see is what you'll pay:
Through April 11: $30.60 5K or Relay*, $51.20 Half-Marathon
Through April 29: $35.75 5K or Relay*, $59.45 Half-Marathon
Through May 7, 12 noon: $40.90 5K or Relay*, $66.65 Half-Marathon
No race-day registration. Entries are non-transferable.
*Per team member. To register for the Half-Marathon Relay, please follow instructions on our race page.
KIDS RACE
Fun for the little ones, too! There will be a Kids Race at 7:45 a.m., for children under 13. Each child will be issued a real race bib and receive a finisher medal and a small gift. The course distance will be 400 meters or less, and there may be two separate heats, depending on the number of children and their ages.
Registration fee is $3 if pre-reserving a spot online in advance (on our website) or $5 if registering on race-day. In either case, you will need to pay the fee in cash on race-day, anytime from 7:15 a.m. onward.
Please note that children under 13 are not eligible to run the 5K or Half-Marathon.
RACE PACKETS
Choose Packet Shipping when registering ($7.45), to avoid the lines on race day and have your shirt and bib delivered to your door before the race. Option available for US addresses only, through April 29. Option not available for Half-Marathon Relay. All packets will ship out on May 1
For runners that do not choose packet shipping, packet pickup is available at the race site between 7:00-7:45AM.
RACE SHIRTS
*Free race shirts guaranteed for all participants registered by April 25
For participants registered after that date, any extra shirts will be available after the race, distributed on a first-come first-serve basis
Shirt sizes are Women's Fitted or Unisex: X-Small, Small, Medium, Large, X-Large, and Unisex 2XL
AWARDS
Men’s and Women’s awards categories:
5K & Half-Marathon:
Under 50: Top 3
50-59: Top 2
60 & over: First Place
Half-Marathon Relay:
First place each for top men's team, women's team, and mixed team
Awards ceremonies:
5K: 8:50 a.m.
Half-Marathon & Relay: 10:15 a.m.
POST-RACE PANCAKE BREAKFAST!
Hot pancakes are even more enjoyable when they’re earned, and we’re cooking them up fresh for everyone on race day!
TIME LIMITS
5K: 1 hour (20 minute/mile pace)
Half-Marathon: 3 hours 15 min (15 minute/mile pace)
AGE RESTRICTIONS
5K & Half-Marathon Relay: Open to ages 13 & up
Half-Marathon: Open to ages 16 & up
RESULTS
Results will be posted on our website within 24 hours
ABOUT US:
From race directors to course monitors, all Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team races are staffed by its own volunteers since the Team’s inauguration in 1977 by its founder and fitness advocate, Sri Chinmoy.
Today, the SCMT organizes over 1,500 races a year in 27 countries across 4 continents, ranging from short kids fun-runs, to marathons to the world’s longest certified road race – the annual Self-Transcendence 3100 mile race (yes, 3,100 miles, it’s not a typo). We love running and putting on races – we hope you enjoy the friendly atmosphere we provide, free of commercial sponsors. Read more >>
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Sat, Jun 27, 2026
Ready to lace up your sneakers for an unforgettable running experience? 🌅 The Sunset Marathon NYC invites you to push your limits on courses of 5 km, 10 km or even a half-marathon, in the heart of the city that never sleeps.
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 at 7:00 AMSee full details
ABOUT THE EVENT
Join us on Saturday, July 11, 2026, 7AM for the Sri Chinmoy 5K & Half-Marathon, featuring a scenic, flat and fast 5K loop around historic Flushing Meadows Corona Park!
5K = one loop, Half-Marathon = one 5K loop + three 5.37K loops.
AMENITIES:
Free parking, bag check, aid stations every mile, race hats for all participants, custom medals for all finishers, and freshly made fruit smoothies!
REGISTRATION & FEES
Want to race this one for FREE? It's easy - register here on RunSignup, then refer friends and family to earn your registration back! How it works >>
All prices now include processing fees:
Through June 14: $30.60 5K, $51.20 Half-Marathon
Through July 2: $35.75 5K, $59.45 Half-Marathon
Through July 10, noon: $40.90 5K, $66.65 Half-Marathon
No race-day registration. Entries cannot be transferred to another person.
THE COURSE
A scenic, mostly flat, accurately measured USATF certified loop starting at the north end of Meadow Lake, passing the iconic World's Fair Unisphere, Fountain of the Planets, Queens Zoo, New York State Pavilion and Queens Museum of Art. 5K = one loop, Half-Marathon = one 5K loop + three 5.37K loops.
USATF certified course NY16032JG (5K), NY18033JG (Half-Marathon)
RACE PACKETS
Choose Packet Shipping when registering ($7.45), to avoid the lines on race day and have your race giveaway and bib delivered to your door before the race. Option available for US addresses only, through July 1. All packets will ship out on July 3.
For runners that do not choose packet shipping, packet pickup is available at the race site between 6:00-6:45AM.
RACE HATS
The giveaway for this race is a Sri Chinmoy Races vented running cap!
AWARDS
Men’s and Women’s awards categories, for both 5K and Half-Marathon:
Under 50: Top 3
50-59: Top 2
60-69: First Place
70 & over: First Place
Awards ceremonies:
5K: 7:50 a.m.
Half-Marathon: 9:15 a.m.
FRUIT SMOOTHIES
We'll have freshly made fruit smoothies for all runners after finishing!
TIME LIMITS
5K: 1 Hour
Half-Marathon: 3 hrs, 15 min.
AGE RESTRICTIONS
5K: Open to ages 13 & up
Half-Marathon: Open to ages 16 & up
RACE RESULTS
Will be posted on our race website within 24 hours.
ABOUT US:
From race directors to course monitors, all Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team races are staffed by its own volunteers since the Team’s inauguration in 1977 by its founder and fitness advocate, Sri Chinmoy.
Today, the SCMT organizes over 1,700 races a year in 27 countries across 4 continents, ranging from short kids fun-runs, to marathons to the world’s longest certified road race – the annual Self-Transcendence 3100 mile race (yes, 3,100 miles, it’s not a typo). We love running and putting on races – we hope you enjoy the friendly atmosphere we provide, free of commercial sponsors.
EVENT CANCELLATION POLICY
We live in uncertain times. If we are forced to cancel this event owing to circumstances beyond our control, including, but not limited to:
New or modified COVID-19 regulations/restrictions imposed by park officials or city or state governments;
Unsafe conditions in the park, such as excessive snow or ice on the roadways, or other severe weather related conditions;
the event will be converted to a virtual one. Registered participants will still receive race giveaways and finisher medals in the mail upon completion of the virtual race, and trophies will be mailed to winners as per the awards breakdown above.
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Mon, Sep 28, 2026 at 1:00 PMSee full details
2026 Virtual Run Series
13.1 MILES ● 26.2 MILES
Choose an area anywhere indoor or outdoor to complete the run distance in one session. Feel free to start and finish at the iconic photo location in Harlem at 17 East 126th New York, NY 10035. Complete the half marathon or marathon on their iconic day or any day throughout 2026. Have fun solo or with friends & family, stay safe and alert while running with headphones. Take photos and video to share in scrapbook or online. Runners have unlimited training & strategy support towards having a great running experience.
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Sat, Oct 31, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Marathon is 2 loops
There are at least 4 water stops for each of the 2 loops for the half marathon
USATF CERTIFIED COURSES
MARATHON https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=m&id=3700
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Sun, Nov 01, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
If you are interested in running the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon using one of our 30 Official Charity Program entries please fill out our team application using the following link, 2026 TCS New York City Marathon Semper Fi & America's Fund Team Application.
If you have any questions please email [email protected].
Join the Semper Fi & America's Fund Team for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon! The TCS New York City Marathon course is a 26.2-mile block party through the world’s most diverse city, and it is a model for big-city marathons around the world. Semper Fi & America's Fund is honored to be part of the Official Charity Program.
Guaranteed Entry Requirements:
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Pay $100 team fee - helps to cover the cost of a training shirt, exclusive race day team shirt, and team gathering.
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Fundraise a total of $4,000 for Semper Fi & America's Fund prior to October 26, 2026
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$2,000 must be raised before August 1, 2026
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Pay race registration fee to N.Y.R.R. (you will receive the link to register after raising $2,000 and pay the race registration fee to the New York Road Runners)
Benefits of joining the SF&AF team:
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Easy to use fundraising page on our fundraising platform, RunSignUp
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Exclusive Semper Fi & America's Fund running shirt and gift bag
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Pre-race get together, Saturday, October 31, 2026
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Timely updates from our race coordinator
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Prizes for top fundraisers
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The heartfelt thanks of the service members and the families you will be supporting!
If you already have an entry to the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon we invite you to join our team as a fundraiser, $500 fundraising minimum.
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Sun, Nov 01, 2026 at 10:00 AMSee full details
2026 will be the 50th anniversary running of the 5 boroughs AND Dream Travel Canada's 20th anniversary at the TCS New York City Marathon! Join us as we mark this milestone with some exciting special giveaways!
This highly exciting and one of the most sought-after marathons on the planet will not disappoint and we will sell out!
Imagine standing at the start line on the Verrazano Narrows Bridge with 60,000 other runners from more than 100 countries, listening to the cannons boom as the marathon starts! Picture yourself running while more than 2 million spectators line the course, cheering you on every step of the way! Run through all 5 boroughs of this iconic city and finish in Central Park, then feel the weight of that beautiful finisher’s medal around your neck!
Whether you are a weekend warrior or a seasoned runner, the TCS New York City Marathon is open to you! There’s no need to qualify or win a lottery! Dream Travel and the Running Room are proud to bring you guaranteed entries into this premier event!
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Where: New York City, NY, USA
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Date: Sunday, November 1, 2026
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Distance: 26.2 miles / 42.195 KM
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Cutoff Time: A 16-minute-per-mile pace, based on the last wave start
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Race Start Time: 9:40AM - 11AM staggered wave start
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Qualification Time Required: None
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Required Travel Docs for Canadians: A valid passport.
Click Here for the Official Website
IMPORTANT NOTE: 2025 sold out in 2 weeks
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Package prices are in USD
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Race Roster Deposit: $650 CAD (plus Race Roster processing fee not included in package quoted)
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Second Deposit Payment: $500.00 USD
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Second Deposit Due Date: February 27, 2026
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Final Payment Due: July 10, 2026
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Dream Travel will be on-site: Yes
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Accepted Currencies and ways to pay: Credit card or Wise in USD or CAD or a
CAD e-transfer. When paying in CAD, we will convert your payment to USD and apply it to the package. Initial deposit will be collected in CAD.
Location: Jacob Javits Convention Center, 11th Avenue at 35th Street Manhattan.
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Thursday from 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
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Friday from 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
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Saturday from 9:00 – 5:00 pm
*Dates and times are subject to change. Please watch the race website here for updates.
*All runners MUST attend the expo in person in order to obtain your bib. No one may pick up on your behalf.
Step 1 – Carefully read and understand all the information below.
Step 2 – Meet requirements (see “Who May Purchase” below)
Step 3 – Determine which package best suits your needs.
Step 4 – Place your deposit via the REGISTER button
Step 5 – Get training! You’re running the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon!
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Anyone who will be 18 or older on Sunday, November 1, 2026 and is not a resident of the US may purchase one of our guaranteed entry packages.
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If you are not Canadian you must obtain written permission from Dream Travel Canada before registering.
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Guaranteed entry into the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon.
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3 nights hotel (Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights) at one of the properties listed below.
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A wooden, handmade commemorative plaque shipped after the marathon ONLY to Canadian addresses. Shipping extra for those living outside of Canada.
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Access to the Dream Travel Canada 10 part docuseries Beyond Limits.
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An exclusive course strategy Zoom meeting with NYRR trainers. (Time TBD).
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TCS New York City Marathon Goody Bag including official program, souvenir shirt, snacks and special offers.
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Official Participant Handbook.
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Start festival: warm-ups, breakfast, entertainment and religious services.
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Finisher materials: medal, food and beverages, heat sheet.
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Family reunion area where marathoners and their family and friends reunite.
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Official finisher certificate.
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Transportation to the race start for runners from set pick up point(s).
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Website loaded with information, inspiration and tips – nyrr.org
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DTC group shake out run.
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DTC Meet and Greet.
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Spectator cheer items given out at the Meet and Greet.
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DTC spectator meeting points on race day with DTC staff.
Not included with your Package
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Travel insurance
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Airfare
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Airport transfers
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Meals
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Items of a personal nature or not listed
IMPORTANT NOTES:
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Prices are in USD.
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Prices are per person for the 2 Runner package.
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Price is the total for the 1 Runner, 1 Spectator package or 1 Runner on their own.
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Pricing for the JW Marriott Essex is based on a room with one bed.
The cost to upgrade to a room with two beds is $200 + $42 tax = $242 USD per night.
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Your initial deposit of $650 will be charged in CAD, collected from Race Roster, converted to USD and applied to your package.
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All other payments will be collected by Dream Travel in CAD or USD, as you prefer.
2026 Abbott Dash to the Finish Line 5K
Join the Dream Travel Canada staff and run this exciting event with your friends and family on Saturday, October 31 as a warm up for the marathon!
Runners will start at the UN Building in Midtown and finish at the iconic 2026 TCS New York City Marathon finish line in Central Park.
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This Fun Run will have runners from virtually every country on the planet and is a very exciting event.
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For more information, click here.
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Dream Travel will have limited spots available so if you are interested, consider securing your entry or entries during the registration process for the marathon.
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The price per entry is CAD$70 to those purchasing at the time of registration. The price will increase afterwards and we will sell out.
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Contact Dream Travel
If you have any questions about the the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon or our packages, please contact us at:
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Email: [email protected]
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Contact Information: Yvonne Davis
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Phone: 1 877 601 7275
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Sun, Dec 06, 2026
Ready to take on a major challenge in the city that never sleeps? 🏃♂️ Test your stopwatch at the Queens Winter Marathon ! It's the perfect opportunity to run through the iconic streets of New York, surrounded by a unique atmosphere and exceptional landmarks. Conquer various distances, from 10 km, to the half-marathon, all the way to the legendary marathon.
Local Clubs & Organizations
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USA Swimming Club. 325 members.
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USA Swimming Club. 129 members.
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USA Swimming Club. Club Excellence: Bronze. Safe Sport Recognized. 398 members.
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Club[email protected] (917) 686-8783
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