NYRR Half-Marathon Series Presented by Continental Airlines
Saturday, May 22 / Distance: 13.1 / 13.1: 7:00 a.m., Kids' Races: 9:45 a.m. / Prospect Park / S, Q, C [[Key]]
The Brooklyn Half Checklist
Here's what you need to know before the Brooklyn Half:
- The race starts at 7:00 a.m. Runners should be in their corrals by 6:50 a.m.
- The weather forecast predicts a warm day. Read our heat tips.
- There are NO shuttle buses from Coney Island to the start. While parking is available at MCU Park in Coney Island, runners must take the subway to start. [Transportation Info]
- Make sure your scoring D-Tag is attached correctly. The D-Tag should be shaped like a D and looped through one lace only. [Video]
- Runners must use the clear plastic drawstring bag given to them at number pickup for baggage service. No other bags will be accepted. Runners are advised to check their bag by 6:30 a.m.
- Join us after the race for the Brooklyn Beach Party.
- And don't forget to grab your Brooklyn Half coupon book and get beautiful, baby! Brooklyn rocks! [Coupon Details]
| Celebrate Brooklyn on May 22! Brooklynites, of course, know all about the charms of the borough of Kings. About the great restaurants, shops, and bars that dot its neighborhoods like jewels in a crown. Brooklyn is more than a borough, it is a celebration. So, in honor of the Brooklyn Half-Marathon, NYRR has teamed up with neighborhood businesses to offer an invitation to Brooklyn food and fun. Just get your hands on the coupon book we'll be giving out at number pickup and at the race finish and take full advantage of the money saving discounts offered by our merchant partners in the quintessential Brooklyn neighborhoods Park Slope and Coney Island. [Coney Island Details] [Park Slope Details] |
Course
All courses are subject to change. Check back here the day before the race for final confirmation.
The start is on Prospect Park’s Well House Drive. Turn left onto West Drive and complete two counterclockwise loops of Prospect Park. Exit the park at the southwest corner (the second exit), turn right onto Park Circle, and continue to the Fort Hamilton Parkway/Ocean Parkway entrance ramp. A fork to the left of the road will take you to the Ocean Parkway entrance ramp. Continue south on Ocean Parkway, turn right (west) on Surf Avenue, turn left onto the boardwalk entrance ramp near West Fifth Street (between the handball courts and the Aquarium), and then make an immediate right onto the Coney Island Boardwalk. The finish line is located on the boardwalk between Fifteenth and Sixteenth streets.
Click here to view the course map.
Click here to view (and listen) to the course soundtrack.
Number Pickup/Registration
Entrants are required to pick up their numbers, scoring tags, and race souvenirs at NYRR (9 East 89th Street) on:
• Thursday, May 20, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Friday, May 21, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
In Prospect Park, near the start on:
• Saturday, May 22, 5:30-6:30 a.m.
Kids' race numbers will be available on race morning from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. ONLY in Coney Island.
Please note that the souvenir for the Brooklyn Half-Marathon will only be available at the start of the race. No shirts will be given out afterwards.
Note: Participants must be at least 12 years old.
Kids' Races
Kids's Races start at 9:45 a.m. NYRR takes the safety of the participants in kids’ races very seriously. Therefore, we have instituted guidelines to ensure a great experience for kids and parents alike. We encourage parents to read these guidelines before the kids' races. [Read the Guidelines]
Post-Race Activities
Don't miss the "Brooklyn Beach Party" after the race for family-friendly fun, including carnival games, mini golf, clowns, and jugglers. Takes place on the beach adjacent to the finish line. Then, take advantage of great discounts from Coney Island and Park Slope merchants.
Awards will be given in all applicable NYRR age categories. [Beach Party Info] [Awards Breakdown]
Raffle
Raffle will take place at 10:35am at the festival area in Coney Island.
Prizes include:
• A family four pack of VIP tickets to opening night of The Greatest Show On Earth® at Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents The Coney Island Illuscination on June 17th
• Family four pack of tickets to the New York Aquarium
• A guaranteed entry to next year’s Brooklyn Half Marathon!
Transportation Options
Complete directions to the start and the finish by public transportation and by car. [Directions]
Time Limit
Participants will be timed up to three hours. After that time, medical facilities and refreshments will not be available. Members who finish after three hours can receive credit toward qualifying for guaranteed entry to the ING New York City Marathon 2011 but will not have a time listed in the race results; e-mail results@nyrr.org to get credit for the race.
Online Training
No matter what your goal or distance, NYRR and Training Peaks can be with you every step of the way as you prepare to go the distance. Sign up now for a training plan from coach Andrew Kastor for the marathon, half-marathon, 10K, or 5K. [More]
Participant Photos
brightroom will be photographing all race participants. Make sure your
race number is clearly visible on the front of your shirt so you can be
easily identified. Please click here to register with brightroom to be informed when your photos are ready.
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 e-mail: nyrr@anthonytravel.com
Continental Airlines is proud to be the Official Airline of the NYRR Half Marathon Series. With over 260 destinations, Continental provides extensive service throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia, and offers the most worldwide nonstops from the New York area.
Book your flight today at continental.com.
Entry Fees
| Members* | Jr/Sr Members* | Non-Members | |
| On or before May 7 | $25 | $10 | $40 |
| May 8- 21** | $30 | $15 | $45 |
| Event day** | $35 | $20 | $50 |
| Kids' Races | $6 before race day | $8 on race day |
No refunds, exchanges, or transfers on entry. No credit cards accepted after number pickup begins. Cash or check only.
* Members: You must provide your NYRR member number on event day to receive your member discount; otherwise you will be charged the non-member event fee.
**All NYRR races are capped. Price and entry is subject to availability.
Registration
Registration for the NYRR Brooklyn Half-Marathon is closed.
Sponsors
The NYRR Half-Marathon Series is made possible by the support of our sponsors.
Race Scoring
[D-Tag Instructions]
[Scoring and results procedures]
Baggage Facilities
Free baggage facilities will be provided as a convenience. If using this baggage service, you must use the clear plastic drawstring bag given to you at Number Pickup. Backpacks / duffle bags will NOT be accepted. Baggage opens at 5:30 a.m. inside Prospect Park on Center Drive and closes at 6:40 a.m. Runners can pick up their bags at the post race area of MCU (Municipal Credit union) Park parking lot. New York Road Runners is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Lost and Found
The Lost and Found is located in the volunteer tent on race day. Items can also be turned-in or claimed at NYRR's front desk on the next business day following the race.
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.
