Enter The New York City Marathon 2024 (How & Cost) (2024)

On November 3rd, 2024 at exactly 8:00 a.m.… about 50,000 people will begin their 26.2-mile route of the New York City Marathon through the five boroughs of New York City.

Are you looking to be one of the runners standing at the start line seconds away from taking on the Big Apple?

If you’re ready to try your hand at this inspiring challenge and one of the biggest races in the world… then here’s everything you need to know about qualifying and registering for the New York City Marathon 2024…

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The application period will most probably open at the beginning of February, see here!
What most people don’t realize is that there are actually 9 ways to enter the New York City Marathon in 2024!

Learn more about how the marathon’s course is designed here.

The 9 ways of getting into the New York City Marathon are divided into two categories…

Guaranteed Entry & Non-Guaranteed Entry.

Let’s have a look at what this all means for you…

10 Ways To Enter The New York City Marathon 2024

The guaranteed entry spots are linked to 10 of the ways to enter which we will discuss in detail below, these include affiliations with charities, time-qualified standards, cancellation in 2023, and others.

Non-guaranteed general entry spots are linked to the method of entering via an entry draw.

The beginning of February usually marks the first day to apply for a non-guaranteed general entry. If applicants do not get chosen in the draw they are still able to enter via the other 10 methods of entering the New York City Marathon.

Let’s look at the first way you can enter the New York City Marathon…

2024 TCS New York City Marathon Drawing

This method of entering the 2024 New York City Marathon is purely based on luck. Every year thousands of runners enter the draw with the hopes of their names being selected. The chances of your name being chosen are not the highest but we definitely think this one is worth a shot.

If your name does get chosen you still need to pay your entry fee to run the race.
Based on 2022 NYC Marathon draw stats, out of 84,000 entries only 12% were drawn.

The application period for the 2024 New York City Marathon will take place from February 28 – March 21, 2024. A drawing for accepted entries will follow on March 28, 2024.

Keep an eye here for updated 2024 dates.

The entries available will be filled through three drawings, one in each of the following applicant pools:

1. “NYC metro area” applicants: Residents in and within 60 miles of New York City

2. “National” applicants: U.S. residents outside the NYC metro area

3. “International” applicants: Non-U.S. residents, including Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories

A drawing will be conducted within each applicant pool.

Enter the 2024 New York City Marathon draw here.

9+1 Program For The New York City Marathon 2024

The 9+1 program allows local New York City residents to gain a guaranteed spot in the FOLLOWING year’s marathon.

NYRR members who, in 2023, ran nine qualifying NYRR races and volunteered at one qualifying event, are eligible to claim guaranteed non-complimentary entry to the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon between February 21 – March 21, 2024. To be considered a member, you must have an active membership by December 31, 2023.

Runners who complete the 2024  9+1 program will be eligible for guaranteed entry to the 2024 New York City Marathon.

Read more about this here.

Run For a Charity in The New York City Marathon 2024

If you would like, runners can gain guaranteed entry to the marathon and do something for a good cause at the same time… that is, running for one of the official charity partners of the New York City Marathon including NYRR’s featured charity, Team for Kids.

Official charity partners for 2024 will be announced on March 28, 2024.

Runners with entry can register with Team for Kids and receive a reduced fundraising commitment of $2,100 to receive training, coaching, and race day perks!

Fundraisers get guaranteed entry, expert coaching and a virtual training platform, VIP race day perks, a TFK singlet, and the opportunity to help keep kids and communities healthy and fit. Registration opened on November 5, 2023 – spots are limited.

Read more about running for a charity here.

New York City Marathon Entry Via Cancellation in 2023

Note: Entrants who cancelled their entry to the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon according to the cancellation guidelines are eligible to claim guaranteed non-complimentary entry to the 2024 race during the guaranteed entry claim period (February 21 – March 21, 2024).

Entering The New York City Marathon With International Tour Operators

If you’re not a United States Of America resident, you can book your entry into the NYC Marathon via international tour operators.

These packages usually include flights, hotels, and many other perks.

Note: There is a complete list of approved International Tour Operators for the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon. If your country does not have an official International Tour Operator then you may reach out to any on the list.

Unless you select a tour operator from the list below, they are not a part of the New York Road Runner’s Program and cannot sell Travel Packages or Entry Only.

List of International Tour Operators for the New York City Marathon 2024: Here

New York Road Runners Virtual Racing

Runners who registered for the Virtual TCS New York City Marathon (Guaranteed Entry) in 2023 and completed their virtual race gain guaranteed, non-complimentary entry to the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon. Finishers also received a Virtual TCS New York City Marathon finisher medal and keychain.

Read more about this entry method here.

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Completed 15-Plus New York City Marathon Entry

This method of entry is for the New York City Marathon’s most dedicated runners. These runners have had to complete 15 New York City marathons in order to gain this type of entry.

(These runners can claim their guaranteed entry during the claim period – February 21 – March 21, 2024.)

Think that your name belongs on this list? Check it out here.

Time-Qualifying Standards Entry For The New York City Marathon 2024

Runners who meet time standards in 2023 at specific NYRR races are eligible for guaranteed entry to the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon.

Runners who qualify at an eligible NYRR race can claim their guaranteed entry during the application period from February 21 – March 21, 2024.

NYRR offers a limited number of entries to athletes who meet the time qualifying standards at a certified half marathon or full marathon race that is not held by NYRR.

All athletes who meet the time qualifying standards are invited to apply, however, submission of a qualifying time does not guarantee entry.

Time-qualifying runners can apply for guaranteed entry during the Non-NYRR TQ application period which begins on February 28, 2024 and closes on March 6, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.

It’s based on a first-come, first-served basis for runners.

Qualifying time standards for the NYC Marathon 2024.

Philanthropic Membership Entry For The New York City Marathon 2024

Being a member of the NYRR gives you eligibility for guaranteed entry to the TCS New York City Marathon.

Now that we have looked at all 9 different entry methods for the New York City Marathon, let’s see how much this is all going to cost…

Cost Of Entering The New York City Marathon 2024

The New York City Marathon drawing is free to enter and limited to one entry per person.

The entry fees for the race itself are…

NYC Marathon Draw FeeFree
Race Entry Fee (New York Road Runners Members)$255.00
Race Entry Fee (NON-New York Road Runners Members)$315.00

This is what you’re paying for when you buy an entry to the New York City Marathon 2024:

  • Your entry to the race
  • Fluid/fueling stations, medical support, entertainment, and security
  • Official New Balance technical shirt
  • Official transportation to the start from Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan, or the Meadowlands Sports Complex (New Jersey)
  • Start area, including breakfast and entertainment
  • Finisher materials: medal, food, beverages, and post-race poncho.

The New York City Marathon is one of the biggest and most popular running events in the world.

That’s why it’s one of the hardest to get into. Trying any of the 10 methods above does increase your chances of gaining an entry, we wish you the best of luck!

Once you gain that entry next on your to-do list is to start training a bit more seriously… We can help you with that.

Grab your New York Training Plan here!

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FAQs

Enter The New York City Marathon 2024 (How & Cost)? ›

The 2024 TCS New York City Marathon charges an Entry Fee of $255 for NYRR members, $295 for non-members, and $358 for Non-U.S. residents. These fees do not count toward your fundraising commitment and are your responsibility to pay independently of Team Life Without Lupus.

How much is the entry fee for the New York City Marathon 2024? ›

The 2024 TCS New York City Marathon charges an Entry Fee of $255 for NYRR members, $295 for non-members, and $358 for Non-U.S. residents. These fees do not count toward your fundraising commitment and are your responsibility to pay independently of Team Life Without Lupus.

How to enter the NYC Marathon 2024? ›

All athletes who meet the time qualifying standards are invited to apply, however submission of a qualifying time does not guarantee entry. Time-qualifying runners can apply for guaranteed entry during the Non-NYRR TQ application period which began on February 28, 2024 and closed on March 6, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.

How much does it cost for the New York marathon? ›

Right now, non-members pay $315 and members, $255. CBS New York spoke with some avid runners. "Kind of seems like a bummer," one said. "I think they should try and find some common grounds, and don't have it fall on the shoulders of runners," Giulia Guarnieri added.

What are the chances of getting into the New York City Marathon? ›

More than 50,000 people overall will get the go-ahead to take part in the marathon and approximately 4% of the applications will be accepted.

How do I get guaranteed entry into the NYC marathon? ›

Completed 15-Plus. Runners who complete their fifteenth New York City marathon are eligible for guaranteed entry in upcoming events. Entry must be claimed during the claim period between February 8th and February 22nd.

How easy is it to enter the New York marathon? ›

Unfortunately, it's also one of the hardest ones to qualify for. Many runners see it as a personal challenge to run in this event. There are several different ways to qualify for the NYC marathon, such as qualifying based on time or entering through New York Road Runners.

What date is the New York marathon 2024? ›

In 2024 the New York City Marathon will be held on November 3rd. However, the marathon activities in the city begin a week early, with a 5-mile run on the Sunday before the big day.

What time do you have to run to qualify for the New York marathon? ›

Men's Standards
Age**MarathonHalf-marathon
18-342:53:001:21:00
35-392:55:001:23:00
40-442:58:001:25:00
45-493:05:001:28:00
7 more rows

Why is the NYC Marathon so expensive? ›

Hosting a marathon in a big city costs a lot of money: Race organizers have to pay for permits to hold the event, in addition to paying law enforcement, medical personnel, and other workers to safely staff it.

Is NYC Marathon lottery free? ›

Once you submit the application into the non-guaranteed drawing, you have authorized NYRR to charge your credit or debit card a non-refundable entry fee upon acceptance into the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon.

Do you have to train for the NYC Marathon? ›

NYRR recommends that you follow a training plan that meets you where you are and gradually builds your fitness and endurance over the weeks and months ahead.

How many people applied for the NYC marathon 2024? ›

New York, March 28, 2024 – New York Road Runners (NYRR), the producer of the TCS New York City Marathon, received nearly 165,000 applications for today's 2024 marathon drawing – the second most in event history after the 50th running application in 2020.

How many people get the NYC marathon lottery? ›

Approximately 2.3% of NYC-Metro Area Drawing applicants were selected (1,094 runners); approximately 2.3% of National Drawing applicants were selected (1,891 runners); and approximately 2.3% of International Drawing applicants were selected (1,277 runners).

What is the hardest part of the NYC marathon? ›

“The Queensboro Bridge can really set the tone for the rest of your race,” says Canaday. “Go too fast and too hard up and down this massive hill and you can really pay the price in the remaining 10 miles.” The Queensboro Bridge is also known to be extremely quiet, as spectators aren't allowed to line it on race day.

Do you have to pay to be in the New York City Marathon? ›

Runner Requirements:

Runner is responsible for paying their own registration cost ($295 for non-NYRR members and $225 for NYRR members). International runners have a fee of $358.

How to qualify for nyc half marathon 2024? ›

How can I get a place in the NYC Half 2024?
  1. Through the non-guaranteed entry drawing. ...
  2. By taking part in '4 Out of 6' qualifying races. ...
  3. By taking part in the virtual event. ...
  4. Through a charity place. ...
  5. Through an international tour operator. ...
  6. By meeting qualifying standards.
Nov 2, 2023

How much is Boston Marathon entry fee? ›

The entry fee for accepted qualifiers will be $230 USD for United States residents and $235 USD for international residents. Participants will have the opportunity to purchase registration protection at the point of registration. Entry fees will only be processed once an athlete is accepted into the Boston Marathon.

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