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The Prospect Park Half Marathon

The Prospect Park Half Marathon is a running race on September 20, 2026 in Brooklyn, NY, with an entry fee of $75.

Date
September 20, 2026 (59 days to go)
Price
$75
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Come race in one of world’s best urban parks.  The Prospect Park 13.1 will be 13.1 miles of beautiful and historic running. This hallowed battle ground of the American Revolution provides a gorgeous setting for a challenging multiloop race through the heart of Brooklyn.  Register now while you still can and be a part of history.  Bib pick up will be held exclusively on race day and will be from 6:30 until 7:30.  Please do not wait until the last minute so that we can be sure we start the race on time.  Come early, get your race day materials and have plenty of time for your pre race warm ups and routines.  Baggage check will be located adjacent to bib pickup. 

The Start/Finish line will be located on Center Drive right in the middle of the park.  On street parking can be found on Park Side Ave and Prospect Park South West.  The F, G and Q trains are also near by.  Please see the below maps for details and click on the link for Google Locations.

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This challenging yet scenic course will be 1 loop of the northern half of the course and 3 full loops of Prospect Park. You will start running west along Center Drive onto West Drive and complete 1 loop of the northern section of the course followed by 3 counter clockwise loops of the outer ring of Prospect Park. You will finish back on Center Drive where you can collect your MEDALS and bask in your accomplishments (Don’t worry, we will have people out there making sure you don’t get lost). Water stations will be found approximately every 1.5 miles making sure you maintain adequate hydration.

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The Prospect Park Half Marathon$75

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

75°

Typical Low

61°

Chance of Rain

30%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Ny Ave V Brooklyn, 5 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:41 AMSunset 6:56 PMDaylight 12h 15m

Host City

About Brooklyn, NY

Population

8,516,202

as of 2023

City Elevation

55 ft

Nearest Airport

JFK

John F. Kennedy International Airport · 9 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.

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Days to train

Race
The Prospect Park Half Marathon
Date
September 20, 2026

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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.

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.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is The Prospect Park Half Marathon?+
The Prospect Park Half Marathon is a running race held in Brooklyn, New York on September 20, 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 Prospect Park Half Marathon?+
Sunday, September 20, 2026 in Brooklyn, New York at Center Drive. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for The Prospect Park Half Marathon?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

The Prospect Park Half Marathon

Sep 20, 2026

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