Join us for America's fastest growing race featuring over 25,000 runners in 2025!
Named by USA Today as one of the Best Half Marathons of 2025, this one-of-a-kind run is Brooklyn’s most authentic running experience.
You’ll start in hip North Brooklyn, winding around the East River waterfront under the historic Williamsburg, Manhattan, and Brooklyn Bridges, experiencing eye popping views of the Manhattan skyline. From there, the route heads up the historic concourses of Fulton Street and Flatbush Avenue before passing through Grand Army Plaza and into fabled brownstone Brooklyn.
After crossing the Prospect Park Finish Line, you’ll enjoy a super fun post-race hang where you’ll be refueled with Brooklyn’s best bagel (among other nutrients) while sporting your super cool, and well-earned, Finisher’s Medal.
See for yourself what the NYC running community is buzzing about (and if you want a friend of family member to join you, buy a gift entry for them to use too)!
The USATF-certified* course will be electronically timed using the MYLAPS Bibtag system. There will be timing (split) points and clocks throughout the course. Hydration stations and restrooms will be available every 1-2 miles. Medical support will be available throughout the course. The Prospect Park Track Club will be providing pace teams for 1:30 - 3:00 paces.
We welcome Handcycle Division and Wheelchair Division athletes at this race as well as at the New Jersey Half Marathon at Newport, and all of our 5K races in Prospect Park, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, and Central Park. If your account reflects that you are in one of these divisions, you will automatically be entered into it when you register for this race. You can change your designation at any time in the Profile section of your NYCRUNS Dashboard. Handcycle and Wheelchair athletes will be contacted 2-3 weeks prior to the race regarding arrival details for the Start Area.
The NYCRUNS Brooklyn Experience Half Marathon Expo at ZeroSpace is where you'll pick up your race bib and official race shirt (if you didn't purchase bib/shirt mailing), bag check any items you'll want to pick up after the race, shop for official Brooklyn Experience Half merch, and more.
ZeroSpace is located at 345 Butler St. in Gowanus, Brooklyn. Take the subway (2/3, 4/5, B/D, or N/Q/R) to Atlantic Ave.-Barclays Center. Walk along 4th Ave. to Butler St. The Expo entrance at ZeroSpace is between 3rd Ave. and 4th Ave. You can also take the bus (B103) or use Citi Bike (stations on 3rd Ave and 4th Ave.). Check MTA Trip Planner for further details. Street parking is limited.
You must pick up your race bib and official race shirt in-person at the Expo (unless you've chosen to have them mailed to you). Bib & shirt pickup will not be available on race morning. You’ll need to show the unique QR code that will be emailed to you prior to the race (and also available on your NYCRUNS Dashboard). You can print a hard copy, take a screen shot, or add the QR code to your Apple Wallet. You can have another runner or other proxy pick up your bib and shirt for you. The proxy must have a screenshot of the race QR confirmation code of the runner(s) they are picking up the bib(s) for.
As per NYCRUNS policy and for the safety of all runners, only you can run with the bib that's assigned to you. Bib transfers are strictly prohibited and will result in disqualification.
Bag check will be available at the Expo only. There will be no race day bag check. Bags will be available for pickup after 8:30 AM at the Post-Race Festival Area.
Can't make it to the pre-race Expo to pick up your bib? Purchase bib mailing and you'll receive your bib approximately a month before the race. Bibs can only be mailed within the United States. The cost for bib mailing is $25. If you purchase bib mailing, you can pick up your shirt at the Expo prior to the race or the Post-Finish Festival Area after the race (please note, shirt sizes are not guaranteed if you chose to pick your shirt up after the race). Sign up for this benefit at checkout before the opportunity closes.
Race week festivities kick-off on Thursday, April 24, with Official Race Sponsor Threes Brewing hosting runners for the First Mile @ Threes. After picking up your race bib and shirt at the Expo, head across the street and show your bib to receive a buy 1, get 1 deal on Brooklyn's tastiest brews when you show your bib.
Your start wave and corral will be assigned a few weeks prior to race day. There will be four waves, each with corrals (A-F). Wave and Corral assignments will be based on the pace indicated in the Profile section of your NYCRUNS Dashboard.
Check the START section of the event website for more details.
Swag - Every runner will receive our limited edition 2025 NYCRUNS Brooklyn Experience Half Marathon RACE SHIRT which you'll pick up at the race week Expo (unless you purchased our shirt mailing package, which is now closed). Once you've accomplished your goal, a 2025 NYCRUNS Brooklyn Experience Half Marathon FINISHER MEDAL will be bestowed upon you when you cross the Finish Line. In order to cut down on waste, we avoid ordering more shirts than we need; thus, sizes are not guaranteed.
Refueling - After crossing the Finish Line, it's time to refresh and replenish with a refreshing can of smartwater, Brooklyn's best bagel (with a shmear of course), fresh fruit, and more fun goodies!
Photos - Runners will receive an email from MarathonFoto several days after the race with information about your complimentary finish line photo and details on how to purchase photos of your entire run along the course. You can also sign up for the photo package at checkout to get it at the best price.
Bag Check - Will be available at the race week Expo only. There will be no race day bag check. If you plan on checking items, you must use one single clear bag. If your bag isn't clear, NYCRUNS will provide you with a clear bag (18" x 24"). 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. Bags will be available to pickup after you finish at the Festival Area in Prospect Park.
Halfway Halftime Show - Fortunately or unfortunately, this is exactly what the
title sounds like. Near the halfway point of the race, our partner Oatly has drummed up a Halftime Show of unhinged entertainment fanfare to celebrate every runner’s race progress and Oatly’s lower climate impact message, as well as to cheer runners on through the race’s 2nd half.
Better Halfs Coffee Station - Also close to the halfway point of the race, Oatly will be serving free cold brew with Oatly Barista to the runners’ “better halfs” (read: spectators). So tell your friends, family, and random people you bump into at the grocery store. It’s FREE.
Half-A-Finsh-Area - Oatly is proud to present their Half-A-Finish-Area at the end of the race. You’ll find free Oatly swag and recovery smoothies made with Oatly Original oatmilk in one half of their booth, and a lounging area for runners and spectators on the other half.
Please see chart below. NYCRUNS members receive a 10% off on this race, race withdrawal rights, and other perks. You can become a member when you check out.
Race Credit (combined with the member discount) may be used to pay for up to 50% or $40 (whichever is greater) off the original race entry price.
| Date | Members | Non-Members |
| Through 4/10 | $157.50 | $175.00 |
| Through 4/17 | $162.00 | $180.00 |
| Until Sold Out | $166.50 | $185.00 |
Give an entry to the 2025 NYCRUNS Brooklyn Experience Half Marathon to a special runner friend or family member and get $20 in race credit applied to your account as a gift for you too!
You’ll receive a GIFTCODE for entry to the race to share when you give the gift. Your runner will then use that code when registering for the race.
Please Note: Race credit and membership discounts are not applicable towards the gift purchase and the GIFTCODE can not be used by the person purchasing it.
Purchase a NYCRUNS Brooklyn Experience Half Marathon gift here.
The Official NYCRUNS Brooklyn Experience Half Marathon online store features an amazing selection of great gear and cool collectibles. From sweet lids and shirts covering everything (including bagels) to outstanding outerwear and groovy gifts, commemorate your run with the perfect pick for you. We’ll be adding more items over the days and weeks ahead, so keep checking back for more options. Order now for early delivery to your stoop (that’s Brooklyn for front steps)!
The Finish Line and Post-Finish Walk-Off area at the NYCRUNS Brooklyn Experience Half Marathon are secure areas with limited access. Finish Line Access Passes are the only way for family members and friends to see you at the Finish Line and Post-Finish Walk Off. You can purchase Finish Line Access Passes at check out.
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For information on where to stay, where to eat, where to go, and how to get around Brooklyn, check out brooklynexperience.com.
The NYCRUNS Brooklyn Experience Half Marathon Charity Partner Program helps local non-profit organizations expand their reach and fundraising capabilities through a dedicated group of runners completing the race on their behalf. Athletes who run on behalf of a Charity Partner will receive a complimentary race entry in exchange for raising a minimum of $1,000 for the charity. Check out our list of Charity Partners here.
Qualified charities can become an official Charity Partner of the race and receive special benefits including race entries, the use of the NYCRUNS fundraising platform and training program, and promotional opportunities leading up to the race. Organizations interested in becoming a Charity Partner should email us theteam@nycruns.com.
Results will be emailed and the full results will be posted on our Results Page after the race. If you do not see your result online or receive an email with your finish time, please fill out this form.
Awards will be available to the top three male, female and non-binary runners overall (by gun time).
Age group awards will be made available to the top three male, female, and non-binary finishers in each of the following age groups: 19 and under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80 and over.
Additional information about awards can be found in our help section here.
Qualified athletes will be granted complimentary entry to the 2025 NYCRUNS Brooklyn Experience Half Marathon along with access to the elite start corral by meeting the following criteria:
Athletes who meet the following criteria will be eligible for prize money:
Prizes money will be distributed as follows:
First Place: $2,500
Second Place: $1,250
Third Place: $750
Fourth Place: $500
Fifth Place: $250
Sixth - Tenth Place: $100
Volunteer opportunities are available on race day, Sunday, April 27, at the Start and Finish Areas. We also have Bike Marshall roles available. More roles will open up in the weeks ahead, including pre-race Expo volunteer opportunities.
If you are part of an organization and would like to arrange a volunteer group, please send us a message. Volunteer groups that provide 10 or more volunteers are eligible for a cash donation to any 501c3 of their choosing.
For further information, visit our Volunteer page.
Please take public transportation if possible. The L train to Bedford Avenue and G train to Metropolitan Avenue are closest to the start. Please check mta.info for the most up to date information on public transportation. Driving is not recommended due to limited street parking and the point to point nature of the course.
For more race details, visit brooklynexperience.com
The standard no-refunds, no-transfers policy applies.
NYCRUNS members can withdraw for race credit. See details here.
Strollers and dogs are not allowed in NYCRUNS races.
You may be disqualified if earbuds or headphones hinder your awareness.
All NYCRUNS races have time limits. You must remain on pace to finish within the time limit to receive course support and an official finish time. If you fall behind pace and are directed off the course by a race marshal, please follow the instruction given for safety purposes.
Please familiarize yourself with our complete rules of competition.