NYCRUNS races include a number of amenities for runners, detailed in the list below. Check the specific race page of the event you’re interested in for specific amenity details.
Bag Check – Runners can check their gear for all NYCRUNS races. For most races, Bag Check is located in the Festival Area on race morning. For the NYCRUNS Brooklyn Experience Half Marathon, Bag Check is not available on race morning and is only available at the Pre-Race Expo, with pick up near the Finish Area after the race. If you plan on checking your gear, you must use one single clear bag. If your bag isn’t clear, NYCRUNS will provide you with a clear bag (18″ x 24″) when you check your gear. You may not put another full bag/backpack/briefcase filled with gear inside the clear bag that NYCRUNS provides. All items must fit inside one clear bag. NYCRUNS reserves the right to search the contents in your bag at any time. NYCRUNS is not responsible for unclaimed bags. You can fill out our contact form to inquire about any lost items.
Hydration – Water (for all races) and electrolyte fluids (for all races other than 5Ks) will be available on the course with water and electrolyte fluids available at the Finish. The number and location of hydration stations will vary depending on the course and distance. Check the course map for each race’s specific fluid station set up.
Post Race Refueling – Once you cross the Finish Line of a NYCRUNS race, the refueling begins. Our usual spread consists of Brooklyn’s best bagel (with a schmear, of course) or pretzels, along with a fresh fruit item (usually an apple). During the summer months, we’ve got ice cream and ice pops to help cool things off a bit. We also sprinkle in donuts and Halloween candy at other races. Bottom line, you’ll eat well after you WIN YOUR RACE!
Bathrooms – Portable bathrooms are available at various locations at the start and finish and along the course. Check the course map for each race to find where the bathrooms are located.
Participant Shirt – Every runner at a NYCRUNS race receives an official race tech shirt ranging in styles from short sleeves to long sleeves to singlets.
Finisher Medal – Many of our races feature uniquely designed Finisher Medals. Check the individual race pages to determine which races include a medal.
Photos – You’ll be able to download one complimentary photo from any NYCRUNS race you run. At select races, as noted on the individual race page, an additional option to purchase a photo package of all your images will be available. You can purchase the photo package at a discounted price prior to the race. MarathonFoto will send an email a few days after every event with a photo gallery of you at the race. If you didn’t pre-purchase a photo package, you can choose to purchase a package (if available) or select one of the complimentary photos available for downloading. You can also search for your photos directly after the race on the MarathonFoto website.