The TCS New York City Marathon is one of the world’s most prestigious and sought-after marathons, drawing over 50,000 runners from across the globe. The 26.2-mile course takes participants through all five boroughs of New York City—starting on Staten Island, crossing the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, and weaving through Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Manhattan before the grand finish in Central Park. With millions of spectators lining the streets, an electric atmosphere, and elite athletes competing alongside first-timers, this race is a true celebration of endurance and diversity in one of the most iconic cities in the world.