Virtual TCS New York City Marathon Guaranteed Entry

  • Date

    October 23, 2021 -
    November 7, 2021
  • Location

    Anywhere
  • Distance

    26.2 Miles
  • Hashtag

    #TCSNYCMarathon
  • Finisher Medals
  • Scored
  • Team for Kids
  • Virtual 6
  • Virtual Race

About

Virtual TCS New York City Marathon logo

The Guaranteed Entry tier of the race has sold out, but you can still earn guaranteed entry to the 2022 TCS New York City Marathon by registering to run at the NYRR Team for Kids tier

If you have already signed up for the NYRR Team for Kids tier, you will receive an invitation code 7–10 business days after you register. Once you receive your invitation code, you can complete your registration for the race on this page.


More Race Info

Race the five boroughs virtually! Take on the Virtual TCS New York City Marathon Powered by Strava anywhere, anytime between October 23 and November 7.

Runners who register for the Virtual TCS New York City Marathon (Guaranteed Entry) and complete their virtual race will gain guaranteed, non-complimentary entry to the 2022 TCS New York City Marathon and access to special TCS New York City Marathon programming. Finishers will also be shipped a finisher package1 anywhere in the world, including a medal, running buff, and products from NYRR partners.2 Registrants will gain access to a 60-day Strava subscription.3

Registration for the Guaranteed Entry tier is not open to runners registered for the 2021 TCS New York City Marathon or those who already earned entry to the 2022 TCS New York City Marathon through the 2020 resolution option. All runners can register for the Finisher Medal or the Love of Running tier. To learn more about the additional registration options for this virtual marathon, visit the Virtual TCS New York City Marathon guide.

All runners must complete the full 26.2-mile distance in a single run activity during one 24-hour period and upload the activity to Strava.

Please note: Your activity must be a GPS upload. Manual uploads, treadmill runs, and activities where friends have "tagged" you are not supported and will not be counted toward your result. NYRR will review results and maintain full discretion to determine whether or not a runner complied with the rules and met the required criteria to be eligible for non-complimentary4 2022 TCS New York City Marathon entry. Any participant deemed to be not in compliance with the conditions (e.g. riding a bicycle) will not be eligible for TCS New York City Marathon guaranteed entry. Read the official terms and conditions.


Additional Notes

 
  • We’ve updated our website with a new change to increase inclusivity and representation in our races. Runners can now register as female, male, or non-binary. Visit our FAQ page for more information on how to update your profile.
  • If you wish to pay in cash for your race entry, please email help@nyrr.org for assistance. Please include the event name and the email associated with your NYRR account.
  • Race results will be available on the NYRR Results site and in your NYRR dashboard by Wednesday, November 17.

Train with NYRR

 

Train with us for your Virtual TCS New York City Marathon! Our new NYRR Coaching Lab by Runcoach will set you up for success, whether your goal is to hit a PR or to reach the finish line of your first 26.2 mile race. You can join NYRR Coaching Lab virtually, from anywhere in the world, and do your training on your own time.

NYRR Coaching Lab by Runcoach is an app that provides you with a personalized training plan, access to NYRR coaches for insider training tips, and a dedicated coach for one-on-one guidance to help you cross your finish line. When you join the NYRR Coaching Lab team you will be supported by a global community of runners all working toward the same goal.

NYRR Virtual 6 Program

 

As part of the registration cost, you can also select to begin or to continue your journey to earning guaranteed, non-complimentary entry to the 2022 NYRR Brooklyn Half as part of the NYRR Virtual 6 program.

Volvo Cars Special Offer

 

Our partners at Volvo Cars are excited to share a special offer with NYRR runners. If you complete one race in the series, you will earn a discount on a purchase or lease of a brand-new Volvo. By completing at least five virtual races in 2021, you will also earn a second discount for a friend or family member. Visit Volvo Cars Running Club to learn more.

What Is an NYRR Volvo Cars Virtual Race?

 

A virtual race is a race that can be run at your convenience during a specified period of time. To participate in NYRR Volvo Cars Virtual Racing Powered by Strava, create your free Strava account, sign up for a race, and run or walk the distance of the race using a GPS device wherever you are. Visit our FAQ page for additional information.

At this time, all runners should protect their health and safety and that of others by social distancing while running. Please stay up-to-date on the latest news and guidelines from the CDC, WHO, and your local and national authorities. If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact us at help@nyrr.org.


1 Finishers will receive their finisher package in the mail at the address provided in their NYRR profile. Packages will be shipped after the race time frame. Domestic and international runners will be contacted via email once their finisher package is shipped and provided with a tracking number. New York Road Runners does not accept responsibility for lost or mishandled shipments.

2Partner products included in package may vary depending on location; while supplies last.

3 Runners who previously had or currently have a Strava subscription cannot redeem a 30- or 60-day trial. Runners cannot redeem a Strava subscription trial more than once on their account. Learn more on Strava's website.

4 Non-complimentary guaranteed entry is a confirmed spot/place in an event which requires race fee payment during the registration process.

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