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NYCRuns

<p>The Big Apple Half Marathon wraps up NYCRUNS&#39; season with two loops plus an extra mile through Central Park&#39;s quiet winter landscape. Starting on West Drive near 67th Street, the USATF-certified course takes you around the park twice before finishing on the 72nd Street Transverse, tackling Harlem Hill along the way. The race is known for its oversized finisher medal and peaceful December atmosphere—you&#39;ll barely hear the city beyond the park&#39;s edges, just the sound of footsteps on pavement.</p>


The Big Apple Half Marathon wraps up NYCRUNS' season with two loops plus an extra mile through Central Park's quiet winter landscape. Starting on West Drive near 67th Street, the USATF-certified course takes you around the park twice before finishing on the 72nd Street Transverse, tackling Harlem Hill along the way. The race is known for its oversized finisher medal and peaceful December atmosphere—you'll barely hear the city beyond the park's edges, just the sound of footsteps on pavement.

Half Marathon

Race Start (Gun Start)

Athlete Arrival / Bib Pickup Opens

Big Apple Half Marathon

Central Park

Bib pickup is available on race day in the Festival Area starting at 6:00 AM. Runners need to show a unique QR code to collect their bib. NYCRUNS Members receive complimentary bib mailing, and non-members can purchase this option.