Maybelline Women's Half
Join Maybelline New York in celebrating women's empowerment at the Maybelline Women’s Half in Central Park in 2026. Building on their successful partnership with New York Road Runners in 2025, Maybelline New York continues as the title sponsor for this iconic event. This partnership reflects the shared dedication of both organizations to uplifting women athletes, creating a community that unites, pursues goals, and motivates one another. Come and experience a memorable day filled with beauty, strength, and friendship.
As a proud advocate for mental health initiatives, Maybelline New York recognizes the positive impact running has on mental well-being and is excited to continue championing this mission in collaboration with their Brave Together program, providing long-term support to those facing anxiety and depression worldwide.
Register today and help raise funds for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) on this 13.1-mile challenge that empowers physical strength and mental wellness.
As a proud advocate for mental health initiatives, Maybelline New York recognizes the positive impact running has on mental well-being and is excited to champion this mission in collaboration with our Brave Together program, providing long-term support to those facing anxiety and depression worldwide.
Register today and help raise funds for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) on this 13.1-mile challenge that empowers physical strength and mental wellness.
The Member-Only Standby List is a perk for NYRR members who are willing to participate in an NYRR race if entries become available after registration has closed. These individuals will be invited to register for the race on a first-come, first-served basis.
Active NYRR members can read about the Member-Only Standby List here.
When you run with NYRR, you do more than compete in a world-class race—your support and participation play a role in fulfilling our vision to build healthier lives and stronger communities through the transformative power of running, and benefit NYRR’s free youth and community programs, including Rising New York Road Runners, NYRR Striders, Open Run, and more.
All event information is subject to change.
Advance volunteer registration opens on February 10 at 6:00 p.m. ET for Member Plus and above levels. General volunteer registration opens to the public on February 12 at 6:00 p.m. ET.
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 2026, we will offer 1,000 spots in the NYRR Race Free Program and more than 3,000 complimentary race entries, including entry for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon. Accepted NYRR Race Free participants will receive up to 6 complimentary entries to our weekly races and the opportunity to access training for free.
The 2026 application period is now closed. We invite you to apply for the 2027 NYRR Race Free program, which is expected to open in October 2026. Please visit the NYRR Race Free page for updates.
Join us in person at the NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub for the Maybelline Women's Half Course Strategy event on Thursday, April 16 at 6:00 p.m. as NYRR coaches will share tips and tricks on how to conquer the race.
Register for the free event here.
- 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). Please check back closer to race day for race number pickup details.
Check back closer to race day for details.
Bib pickup will close 10 minutes after the start time of the race. Runners arriving to pick up their bib after that time will not be issued a bib and will not receive 9+1 credit for the race.
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.
Check back closer to race day for details.
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.
There will be a lactation space that provides pumping accommodations and amenities at the start. Medela Harmony manual breast pumps will also be available, giving participants easy options for pumping. There will be no milk transport or storage at this time.
Check back closer to race day for details.
For a full list of Prohibited Items, please click here.
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.
Prize money amounts are for women only and subject to all applicable rules and policies regarding prize money. Prize money is determined by Gun Time. To be eligible for prize money, runners must complete the course in 1 hour 30 minutes or faster.
| Individual Finish Position | Prize Money |
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| 1st | $1,000 |
| 2nd | $750 |
| 3rd | $500 |
| 4th | $250 |
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.
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