NYC Summer Half, 5 Miler 2026

Event Details

LOCATION: 102nd Street Crossing & East Drive, Central Park

Race Start: East Drive and 102nd Street Crossing/Transverse.

The course requires participants to run north and over the Great Hill, then south on West Drive to Terrace Drive. Runners then head east on Terrace Drive, turn left and head north on East Drive returning to the start. For the Half Marathon, participants complete two loops of this course. The 5 Miler follows the first loop.

Every loop will be timed in real time, providing 2 splits and a final time. The finish line is at the 102nd Transverse.

Water Stations: Approximately every 2 miles, offering water, bananas, oranges, sports drinks, and gels.

Goodie Bag Includes:

• Technical T-shirt (male & female cut)
• Personalized bib (if registered 4 weeks prior)
• Commemorative bib thereafter
• Die Cast Medal with full color ribbon
• Awards/Acrylic for Top 3 overall Male and Female
• Awards/Medals for Top 3 Age Groups (Male and Female 14-19, 20-24 up to 75-79)

Note: Awards will NOT be mailed. Please arrange for someone to pick up your award if you cannot stay.

Post Race: Bagels, cream cheese spreads, organic jelly and peanut butter.

For updates, please check the website: http://www.citytri.com and the FaceBook event page.

Event Schedule

• Race Day Packet Pick-up: 7:15 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. (Limited to first 100, $25 fee, requires picture ID)
• Baggage Check-in: 7:15 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.
• Race Start: 8:30 a.m.
• Awards Ceremony: Starts promptly after top 3 overall male and female finish. Age group ceremonies start approximately 30 minutes after the overall ceremony.
• Post Race Celebration: Bagels, fruits and drinks!