The Early Years
2007Established in 2007, the Brooklyn Half Marathon is now 19 years old. From its first edition in Brooklyn, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in United States.
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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.
Surface: road Profile: Flat
Weather
Temperature 18°C
Humidity 62%
Rain Chance 25%
Pleasant spring weather with mild temperatures and low humidity. Occasional wind from the harbor is possible, but generally favorable running conditions.
The Race
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The Course Record
2014The fastest time ever recorded at the Brooklyn Half Marathon is 01:00:47, set by Hirna Gelmise in 2014. Every year, new contenders line up hoping to challenge that mark on the streets of Brooklyn.
The Fast Lane
Runners come to the Brooklyn Half Marathon for one reason: personal bests. The flat, fast course through Brooklyn has a reputation as a PB factory, with the roads seemingly designed to keep your pace honest and your splits consistent from start to finish.
The Lottery
Getting into the Brooklyn Half Marathon is a race before the race. The entry lottery draws far more applicants than available spots, and the notification email — accepted or rejected — has become an annual ritual that defines the running calendars of thousands.
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Course Record
01:00:47
Hirna Gelmise (2014)
Registration
Registration Opens January
Registration Closes April
Entry Cost $95-$130
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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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