New Delhi, Nov. 1 -- The TCS New York City (NYC) Marathon returns on Sunday, November 2, 2025, drawing over 55,000 runners from 150 countries. This iconic 26.2-mile race winds through all five boroughs, starting in Staten Island and ending in Central Park. Expect nearly a million spectators cheering along the route. Here's everything you need to know for a smooth experience.

The race begins on Staten Island, with runners crossing the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge into Brooklyn. From there, the path snakes through Queens, a quick stint in the Bronx, and finally Manhattan, culminating at Central Park's finish line.

Elite athletes, wheelchair competitors, handcyclists, and amateur runners share the course. It is a celebration of diversity and ...