Sorry if this is a dumb question but I just have this crippling fear that I will oversleep on race day like Jean-Paul Jean-Paul on Seinfeld. I have a bib through work that includes bus transportation and 5:15AM. If I happen to miss the bus, is the Statan Island Ferry open to anyone day of or do you have to have a ticket/reservation in advance?

My wave isnt until 10:55AM so that could leave me some time to catch the ferry as a plan B if it's allowed

Thank you!

My boyfriend is running the NY marathon and aiming for a 2:55 time. I’m trying to figure out the best spots to see him - is it realistic to see him 3 times or is it smartest to stick to 2? Any advice welcome!

Extremely excited for my first NYC marathon! Im part of the 9:10am start time and saw I need to be on the 5am Ferry. Ill be staying in Midtown off of 49th and Lexington.

To make it for the 5am ferry, what mode of transportation do you suggest? Im thinking of grabbing a taxi or a uber/lyft. Not sure if the subway is the best option at a delirious hour for an out of towner.

Hey NYRR running community! Reaching out for some help. I was chosen to be the flag bearer for my birth country Bangladesh but it conflicts with my 4pm Friday, October 30th volunteer shift at the expo to finish 9+1. NYRR has not been able to support and told me to keep looking for openings. You all know how hard it’s been to get a volunteer slot. If anyone has a morning expo slot for Friday they’d be willing to trade, I’d very much appreciate it. Really hoping I can finish my 9+1 and also rep my country for my first ever marathon. Thank you!

I would love to be in an earlier wave. I have run a 3:05 marathon and in wave 3. Feel like I’ll be running into people. But not sure since I’ve never raced NYC. Is this going to be an issue for me? And can I switch? Or am I out luck?

Hello all,

I have been training for the marathon over the last several months. I was an alternate for a charity's team. It looks as if I will not be receiving a bib from the team, even though they lead me to believe it was EXTREMELY likely I would have a spot. I have heard that on the day of the race sometimes folks will hand out extra/unused bibs. Is this true? My question is really should I dress and prepare for the race in hopes that someone will have an extra bib?

Is there another way to get one?

In the chance I miss my bus, will I be able to take the ferry?

Sunday morning is looking to be quite cool, so could be a good opportunity to test/practice some aspects of running in colder weather in races - such as opening gel packs with gloves on, etc.

I ran Chicago this month and found myself juggling a dozen tabs for race weekend, so I built something for New York: https://goracecrew.com

• Running: your wave and corral times, race morning worked back from your ferry or bus, and the race-week shakeouts, pasta dinners and pop-ups you want, in one plan.
• Cheering: share one link with your people. They pick spots on the course and see roughly when you’ll pass, and how long it takes to get from spot to spot.
• Just watching: places to watch, with how to get there by subway.

It’s free, unofficial (not connected to NYRR or any sponsor), has no ads, and you don’t need an account. Best functions when you save the site to your home screen.

It’s a first version, and I’ll keep updating it right up to race day. If something’s wrong, missing or confusing, tap Help, then Send feedback, or reply here. I read everything. As new events get announced, they'll also get added to the site as well!

I always find this week a bit weird.

Some people are tapering heavily. Some people are doing a big second peak week.

What is everyone planning for the weekend?

My program has 27km with 8 at MP. Wondering if I should reduce total but increase MP. E.g. 22km with 3x4km at MP.

My friend and I both entered into the Tipster NYC Bakery Run half marathon lottery! I believe the lottery results are supposed to be released today - has anyone heard back yet, positively or negatively?

EDIT: like all of you, did not get in. I guess it’s time for me to run my own bakery crawl!

Hope it's helpful!

(updated Bronx portion for 2026)

Just saw it on the news...the walkways on the GWB are complete. This is a bittersweet day for me. I worked in Englewood Cliffs from 2006-2024. I used to run and bike across the GWB all the time. During Covid I was usually alone in the office, and its possible I might've spent very long breaks running across the bridge and riding into the park (I also explored all the trails in the Palisades). Running to Yankee Stadium was a favorite summer activity. So now, bikes will be on the north pathway, and runners on the south. Much safer for everyone. Sad I can't use it regularly, but wish you all good riding up 9W. No more dodging electric scooters and bikes!