Update: The ING New York City Marathon Tune-Up is near capacity. If you are interested in participating, you are encouraged to register ASAP. Registration will close, and a note will be posted on this site, when race capacity is reached.
Update: In order for your time to be recorded, it is very important that your Chronotrack D-Tag is attached correctly. Please watch the video below for a tutorial. [D-Tag Info]
Course
All courses are subject to change. Check back here the day before the race for final confirmation.
Start on Central Park’s East Drive at 102nd Street and head north. Complete three counterclockwise loops of the park. On the third and final lap, turn left/west onto the 102nd Street Transverse to the finish just west of East Drive. [Course Map]
Race Cap Information
To enhance the runner experience, and to better share Central Park with other park users, this race will be capped. NYRR will announce when registration has closed. Until that time, registration is available to all runners. [Race Cap Info]
Time Limit
Participants will be timed up to four hours. After that time, medical
facilities and refreshments will not be available and finishing times
will not count toward earning guaranteed entry to the ING New York City
Marathon 2010.
Note: Participants must be at least 12 years old on race day.
Number Pickup /Registration
Entrants are required to pick up their numbers and scoring tags in advance. Materials may be picked up at NYRR, 9 East 89th Street, on:
• Thursday, September 24, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Friday, September 25, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Saturday, September 26, 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Race day registration at NYRR (9 East 89th Street, New York City) on:
• Sunday, September 27, 5:45-6:45 a.m.
Due to the popularity of this race, we strongly encourage you
to register and check in prior to race day. No numbers or chips
will be given out after 6:45 a.m. on race day.
Post Race
Join us after the race for the awards ceremony. Awards will be given in all applicable NYRR age categories. [Awards breakdown]
Volunteer
If you are interested in volunteering at this race, click here.
Travel
Book flights, hotels, car services, and more through the Official Travel Partner of NYRR, Anthony Travel. You get convenience, guaranteed rooms, and great rates from a travel agency who understands the priorities of runners. Call 800.736.6377 or email nyrr@anthonytravel.com.
Entry Fees
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| On or before September 12 | $17 | $9 | $30 |
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| September 13 - 26 | $22 | $15 | $35 |
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| Event Day* | $25 | $20 | $40 |
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No refunds, exchanges, or transfers on entry. No credit cards accepted after number pickup begins. Cash or check only.
* Members: You must provide your member number on event day to receive your member discount; otherwise you will be charged the non-member event fee.
Registration
Online Application
Printable Application [Get plug-in]
Sponsors
ING New York City Marathon Tune-Up is made possible by the support of our sponsors.
Race Scoring
Click here to view the PDF.
[Scoring and results procedures]
This is a scored race that counts toward the nine races NYRR members as of January 2009 need to be eligible for guaranteed entry to the ING New York City Marathon 2010.
Baggage Facilities
Free baggage facilities will be provided as a convenience. If you are planning to use this baggage service, bring an inexpensive bag and leave your valuables at home. New York Road Runners is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Rules of Competition
All NYRR races are organized and directed under USA Track & Field rules and regulations. Entrants must also comply with City of New York, Parks & Recreation and NYRR rules. Failure to do so may result in offenders being disqualified and possibly banned from NYRR events, including the ING New York City Marathon. [Click here for rules.]
Babystrollers / Babyjoggers are not permitted on the race course.
