The NYC Skyline
Typically 38–53°F · some rain risk
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2025
37–50°F
dry
2024
35–46°F
dry
2023
36–52°F
dry
2022
36–46°F
dry
2021
38–48°F
dry
2020
40–53°F
dry
2019
27–43°F
dry
2018
33–43°F
dry
2017
35–47°F
dry
2016
36–61°F
dry
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About this race
Everyone knows the best view of Manhattan isn't in Manhattan. The NY Skyline Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K runs from Liberty State Park in Jersey City, where the whole island lines up across the Hudson to watch you race. Pick your distance, bring your people, and let the city be your backdrop. Every finisher gets a medal, a technical tee, a personalized race video, pictures, and a race certificate. This one sells out, so don't wait!
Event details and schedule
Race Arrival
Pre Race
- Bib Pickup - race day only, 30 minutes before your start time. Bring the check-in code from your confirmation email.
- Bag Check - drop your gear safely before you line up.
- Portable Toilets - available at the start, limited, so arrive early.
- Pre-Race Announcements - final instructions from the Race Director.
Wave Starts
- Half -10:00 AM
- 10K -10:10 AM
- 5K -10 :15 AM
Live Tracking
Friends and family can follow every mile of your race in real time on our live tracking page.
The Course
Course Description
You run the paths of Liberty State Park on the Jersey City waterfront, looking across the harbor at the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan skyline. It is a flat and fast course with only minor inclines, and about a third of it runs under trees.
All Distances
- Follow Your Signs - Yellow signs with black arrows mark every intersection, and each one carries the distance it belongs to. Follow only the signs with your race on them.
- Water Stations - Three per loop. Every station has water, Gatorade, and gels.
Course map
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