Planet NY Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Distance
- Half Marathon · 10K Race · 5k Race & more
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
Typical Conditions
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
About Forest Hills, NY
Population
8,516,202
as of 2023
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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Planet NY Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Planet NY Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K
- Date
- September 19, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Planet NY Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K?
- Planet NY Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K is a running race held in Forest Hills, New York on September 19, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Planet NY Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Forest Hills, New York at Flushing Meadow Corona Park, Forest Hills, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Planet NY Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Planet NY Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K
Sep 19, 2026