Half Marathons in New York
New York has 38 upcoming half marathons scheduled for 2026. That is the 4th-highest event count for half marathons of any state. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in July, September, and October, quietest in January through March. New York City is the busiest city with 13 races, ahead of Corning (2) and Corona (1).
Half marathons by month in New York
Sep (9) · Oct (9) · Jul (5) · Aug (4) · Nov (4) · Jun (2) · Jan (1) · Feb (1) · Mar (1) · May (1) · Dec (1)
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RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH FIRECRACKER HALF MARATHON & 5K
Far Rockaway, NY
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RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH FIRECRACKER HALF MARATHON & 5K
July 4, 2026
Far Rockaway, NY
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Fleet Feet Poughkeepsie's 2026 Fall Half Marathon Training Program Powered by HOKA
July 13, 2026
Poughkeepsie, NY
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Geneva Half Marathon, 5K, & Half Marathon Relay presented by Red Jacket Orchards
August 8, 2026
Geneva, NY
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RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH NYC END OF SUMMER MARATHON, HALF MARATHON & 5K
August 22, 2026
Rockaway BEACH, NY
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Fleet Feet Rochester Half Marathon | 5K | Kids 1/2 Mile
September 20, 2026
Rochester, NY
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RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH NYC HALF MARATHON (TUNE UP) AND 5K
September 26, 2026
Far Rockaway, NY
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RunThrough Staten Island at Freshkills Park 5k, 10k & Half Marathon
September 27, 2026
Staten Island, NY
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Guthrie Wineglass Marathon, Wegmans Wineglass Half Marathon & Williams Toyota Wineglass 5K
October 3, 2026
Corning, NY
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Frequently asked questions
How long is a half marathon?▾
A half marathon is 13.1 miles (21.1 kilometers). It is one of the most popular race distances in the US, attracting over 2 million finishers annually. Browse half marathons on RACE to find one near you.
How should I train for my first half marathon?▾
Most beginner training plans are 10-12 weeks long and gradually build your weekly mileage. A typical plan includes 3-4 runs per week with one long run that peaks around 10-11 miles before race day.
What is a good half marathon time?▾
The average US half marathon finish time is about 2 hours 10 minutes. Beginners often aim for under 2:30, while competitive runners target sub-1:45. Focus on finishing strong rather than a specific pace for your first race.
What are the biggest half marathons in the US?▾
The largest include the United Airlines NYC Half, RBC Brooklyn Half, Disney Princess Half Marathon, and the Rock 'n' Roll series events in Las Vegas, Nashville, and San Diego. You can find all of these on RACE.