21.0975 km
Distance
145 m
Elevation Gain
2:09:00
Average Finish Time
6,500
Total Finishers
2007
Established
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Course & Elevation
The Brooklyn Half Marathon is a scenic point-to-point race that starts in Prospect Park and winds through Brooklyn's most iconic neighborhoods including Park Slope, Sunset Park, Red Hook, and DUMBO before finishing at the Brooklyn Bridge Park waterfront. Runners experience the diversity of Brooklyn with its tree-lined streets, historic brownstones, and waterfront views.
🌤️ Weather
Pleasant spring weather with mild temperatures and low humidity. Occasional wind from the harbor is possible, but generally favorable running conditions.
🏆 Course Record
01:00:47
Hirna Gelmise (2014)
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🎯 Fun Facts
- ▸ The Brooklyn Half is one of the most competitive half-marathons in the United States, with elite professional runners regularly competing for the title.
- ▸ The race features iconic New York neighborhoods in a single run, giving participants a comprehensive tour of Brooklyn's cultural diversity and architecture.
- ▸ The finish at Brooklyn Bridge Park offers stunning views of the Manhattan skyline and the East River, making it a memorable conclusion.
- ▸ First held in 2007, the Brooklyn Half has grown from a local event to attract over 6,500 finishers from around the world annually.
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