The New Yorker Half, 10K, and 5K Shake Out

Lace up your running shoes for "The New Yorker Half, 10K, and 5K Shake Out" on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in the vibrant borough of Queens, New York. This event offers a unique opportunity to challenge yourself with distances of 13.1M, 10K, or 5K on a flat and fast, USATF-certified course within the picturesque Flushing Meadow Corona Park. Runners will enjoy scenic views of the park's iconic Unisphere and a beautiful lake, with the Half Marathon featuring four 3.275-mile loops, the 10K two 3.1-mile loops, and the 5K a single 3.1-mile loop. While predominantly flat, the course includes two slight uphill sections as you cross an overpass, offering varied scenery without significantly impacting your pace. Typical race day conditions in early November are ideal for running, with highs around 58°F and lows around 46°F, and only a 13% chance of precipitation, making it perfect for personal bests.

The race starts and finishes by the magnificent Unisphere, in front of the Queens Museum, providing an inspiring backdrop to your efforts. Aid stations, offering water, Gatorade, and power gels, are conveniently located approximately every mile along the course to keep you energized. What truly sets this race apart is its innovative looped format, which allows for consistent pacing, mental resets, and cheering from spectators who can track your progress in real-time with live loop splits.

Participants will receive a high-quality technical t-shirt and a commemorative die-cast finisher medal, with awards presented to the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as age group winners. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your accomplishment in the heart of one of NYC's most historic parks.