
Planet NY Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K is a running race on September 19, 2026 in Forest Hills, NY, with entry fees from $45 to $85.
From the Organizer
Join us on September 13th to run a half marathon, 10k, or 5k on an unforgettable tree lined course with vistas of the city, Unisphere, and all that makes Flushing Meadow Corona Park the heart of this amazing community. The course for Half Marathon athletes is a fast 3.27 mile loop that they complete 4 times. 10K athletes run most of the same course with a short cut off so that they complete 3.1 miles for each loop, thus completing 2 loops to finish. 5K athletes run this same course once. Each loop is chip timed real time, with digital mapping, and live streaming. Further, support B-Local NYC the non-profit that is leading the charge businesses that have a social impact. It's a wonderful way to keep up with your racing in the most incredible city in the world. Join us! ...
RACE DAY
Packet Pick on race day only! Hours: 8:00 am to 8:45 am
START TIMES:
HALF MARATHON - 9:30 AM
5K & 10 K - 9:45 AM
COURSE SUPPORT:
Water stations with plenty of gels, water, and Gatorade. Porta potties and public restrooms along the course.
LOCATION
Unisphere (9-minute walk south of 7 train, next to Queens Museum) LOCATION LINK
AMENITIES
Technical T-shirt with full color logo, die cast finisher medal, plaque awards for top 3 overall and in age groups of 5.
TIMING
Every loop is timed in real time! Your family and friends can track you per loop. Video and images uploaded within 2 hours from the end of the race.
AWARDS CEREMONY
Overall Top three awards to male and female winners - commemorative and specific event banner for your pictures!
Age Group medals to top 3 male and female 14-19 to 65 & better
POST RACE SNACKS
Fresh baked bagels and spreads, organic peanut butter and butter
GIVING
Finally, make a difference and donate as part of the registration to Social Good in support of the non-profit B-Local NYC. They are growing the B Corp movement, fostering an inclusive community and building a purposeful economy in NYC. They develop connections through intentional networking, strategic collaboration, education and resource-sharing.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
76°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from New York Laguardia Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
8,516,202
as of 2023
City Elevation
47 ft
Nearest Airport
LGA
LaGuardia Airport · 4 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Planet NY Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K
Sep 19, 2026