NYRR Midnight Run

Check out our training resources that'll help you prepare for race day.

• In-person Group Training, geared toward local New York City runners who enjoy running with others
• Virtual training through NYRR x Runna, the world's top-rated running coach app, to train anywhere, anytime
• Free training guides and tips through our Runner Resources

NYRR offers Protecht, a refund program that provides registration fee protection on all paid events. This includes races and Group Training, and it will protect NYRR x Runna fees if it is an add-on to a race. To learn more, click here.

NYRR strives to host inclusive, sustainable, and accessible events that enable all individuals to engage. To request reasonable accommodations or for inquiries about accessibility for attending this event, please email accessibility@nyrr.org.

To learn more about NYRR accessibility, please visit the NYRR Disability Inclusion & Accessibility Resource page.

If you are an Athlete with Disability who needs a guide or support runner to participate in a NYRR event, please follow the process explained here. To request to register a support runner, the runner must fill out the following form. All requests must be placed by runners at least two weeks prior to the event.

We at New York Road Runners believe running should be accessible to everyone. To help, we created NYRR Race Free to provide race fee assistance to those who qualify financially.

In 2024, we offered 1,000+ program slots and more than 3,000 complimentary race entries, including for the TCS New York City Marathon. Race Free applications that met the eligibility criteria were pooled based on previous participation and selected by borough or zip code until all slots were filled.

Check out the Race Free page this summer for updates on the 2026 application period. (Please note runners apply in 2025 for races in the calendar year of 2026.) Note: For consideration in the 2026 program, you will need to reapply and qualify once the application period opens—access is not guaranteed.

• Review the NYRR policy on start and finish cutoff times here.
• Runners can register as woman, man, or nonbinary. Visit our FAQ page for more information on how to update your profile.
• If you wish to pay in cash for your race entry, please reach out to our Runner Services team for assistance. Please be sure to include the event name and the email associated with your NYRR account.
• This race is a 9+1 program qualifier.

Numbers (which include your timing tag) may be picked up at the NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub at 320 West 57th Street (between Eighth and Ninth avenues) on the following dates: 

• Wednesday, December 10, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Thursday, December 11, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. 
• Friday, December 12, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Saturday, December 13, 9:00 a.m. -2:30 p.m.
• Sunday, December 14, 9:00 a.m. -2:30 p.m. 
• Monday, December 15, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Tuesday, December 16, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, December 17, 9:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m.



**The RUNCENTER will close at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 18. **



• Thursday, December 18, 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. 



**The RUNCENTER will be closed December 19-December 26 for the Winter Holiday. **



• Saturday, December 27, 9:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
• Sunday, December 28, 9:00 a.m. -2:30 p.m. 
• Monday, December 29, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Tuesday, December 30, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.



**The RUNCENTER will close at 10:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31. **



• Wednesday, December 31, 9:00 a.m.- 10:00 p.m.

There will be no bib pickup at Central Park on Race Day.

NEW! Glow in the Dark Bib

To illuminate the night, this year's participant bib will feature a unique glow that activates during a special moment on race night. Check out the Midnight Run Glow Tunnel at the festival and reveal a special message to immerse you in the spirit of 2026.

All participants will receive a New Balance Long Sleeve Tee Shirt at number pickup. Your shirt size may not be available at the time of bib pickup.

Show your race confirmation email or the QR code from your NYRR account to pick up your race materials. Proxy bib pickup is available for this race, so a friend or family member can pick up your race materials. The person will need the QR code for your NYRR account, along with a form of photo identification that corresponds to your NYRR account. 

• Chalk Art Wall: Add your New Year’s goals to our interactive chalk display the week of December 15.
• Mindful Movements: End-of-Year Recovery Yoga Flow on December 17. Register here.
• Vision Board Party: Happening the week of December 15. All supplies will be provided.
• New Year's Eve Party: On December 31, join us from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the RUNCENTER to celebrate 2026 with a live DJ, fun photo moments, and more!

There will be no bib pickup at Central Park on Race Day. You must pickup your race materials at the RUNCENTER in advance. The last bib pickup on race-day (Wednesday, December 31) will be at 9:30 p.m.

All participants will get a wristband for their +1 to spectate in the Park.

There will be two entrance points for runners, spectators (if given a wristband at bib pickup at the NYRR RUNCENTER), volunteers, and staff: Central Park West & West 72nd Street and 5th Avenue & East 72nd Street starting at 9:00 p.m. NYRR security screening will be conducted at these entrance points. Please review the prohibited items list to see what you can and cannot bring into the park.

ONLY participants with valid bibs, wrist-banded guests, or credentialed personnel may enter at NYRR security checkpoints; the general public is not permitted to enter at NYRR’s 72nd Street security checkpoints.

We strongly recommend checking mta.info before you travel. You can also message the MTA using the chat feature on the MTA app.

Bag check will be available beginning at 10:30 p.m. at Race-Day Central (located at Center Road near the 72nd Street Transverse).

Planning to check a bag on race morning? While we will continue to have clear plastic bags available at number pickup, we encourage you to use your own clear reusable plastic bag, no larger than 17" wide x 20" high x 7" deep, with the tag affixed. Only clear bags may be checked at bag check, we are unable to check opaque bags of any size.

NYRR is not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen bags or items from bags checked at NYRR bag check.

Check back closer to race day for details.

For a full list of Prohibited Items, please click here.

To illuminate the night, this year's participant bib will feature a unique glow that activates during a special moment on race night. Check out the Midnight Run Glow Tunnel at the festival and reveal a special message to immerse you in the spirit of 2026.

There will be a fun post-race festival. Please check back closer to race day for more details.

Live, unofficial results/runner tracking will be available in the NYRR App during the event. Please note: Runner tracking is available at all scored races.

After the conclusion of the event, official results will be posted on results.nyrr.org.

Awards will be presented on site to the top-three finishers in the overall women division. Runners who place in the top-three of their age group will be able to claim an award in the days following the race by filling out our Age-Group Awards Claim Form.

In case of an emergency during the race (including in the start or finish area), call 866-705-6626.

If NYRR cancels an offering on the direction of local, city, or state authorities, participants will be informed as soon as possible, including communication of participant resolution options. Events will not be rescheduled.

No Refunds: Entry fees are non-refundable and may not be deferred or transferred.