13.1 Reasons to Run the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half
The United Airlines NYC Half, the country’s premier spring half marathon, is back for 2023 on Sunday, March 19. You can apply or claim your guaranteed entry now until 11:59 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 16, with the entry drawing to follow on November 30.
With the excitement of the 2022 TCS New York City Marathon in the air, are you inspired to get in on the fun by running another iconic NYC race in just a few short months? The United Airlines NYC Half is The One to Run!
Learn more and apply now.
Here are 13.1 reasons to claim your spot or apply to run next March!
1. You’ll Race an Amazing Course Through Two Boroughs
The 13.1-mile United Airlines NYC Half route begins in Brooklyn, goes over the Manhattan Bridge, heads north on the FDR Drive, zips through Times Square (one of just two times each year this NYC landmark closes to cars!), and finishes in Central Park.
Just as the TCS New York City Marathon showcases the five boroughs of NYC, the United Airlines NYC Half connects two boroughs—Brooklyn and Manhattan—as it takes you through diverse neighborhoods, across bridges, and past iconic landmarks, with cheering spectators along the way.
2. You’ll Be a Part of the Country’s Premier Spring Half-Marathon
When you run the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half, you’ll be part of a field of 25,000 runners from around the globe.
3. You Can Set a Motivating Goal for 2023
The new year is approaching, and by applying to run the United Airlines NYC Half, you have a shot at an awesome 2023 running goal. Training to run 13.1 miles in mid-March will help you get—or stay—fit through the winter and into spring. At 13.1 miles, a half-marathon is challenging, but achievable.
4. You Can Train with NYRR Coaching Lab by Runcoach Anywhere in the World…
NYRR Coaching Lab by Runcoach is a customizable virtual training program that provides guidance, structure, and accountability to set you up for success no matter what your current fitness or race-day goal. You’ll also get insider training tips for the United Airlines NYC Half as part of NYRR Coaching Lab by Runcoach - United Airlines NYC Half online training community. Sign up when you claim your race entry.
5. …Or Locally in NYC with NYRR Group Training
Geared toward local NYC runners of all levels, Group Training workouts offer coaching, camaraderie, and the inspiration that comes from running with others. Registration will open in December for sessions starting in early January focused on speedwork, tempo training, and long runs.
6. You Can Guarantee Your Entry and Support NYRR Youth and Community Programs...
NYRR’s charity program, Team for Kids, supports our nationwide running and fitness platform serving 240,000 children. As a Team for Kids runner, you get guaranteed entry to the race, training support, and race-day perks. Learn more and register.
7. ...Or Run for a Charity of Your Choice
You can run for one of a number of other charities; a full list of United Airlines NYC Half official charity partners will be available on November 30.
8. You'll Be a Part of the NYRR Five-Borough Series
The 2023 United Airlines NYC Half kicks off the 2023 NYRR Five-Borough Series, which showcases NYRR’s commitment to the individuals and communities in each borough and is a celebration of what makes them unique and inspiring.
9. You Can Tune Up for a Marathon
Running a half-marathon in March is a great way to get ready for a full marathon later in the year. The United Airlines NYC Half will help prepare you physically and mentally for running the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon or another marathon.
10. You'll Enjoy Great Weather
No promises, but the 2022 race featured ideal conditions and historically the mid-March race date has delivered the same in many years of this race—chilly (but not frigid) and clear.
11. You Can Make It a Destination
The 2023 United Airlines NYC Half is an opportunity for international runners to plan a destination race in NYC. Consider booking your trip and guaranteeing your entry through one of our International Tour Operators around the world, starting November 30.
12. You'll Run the Same Race as an Amazing Pro Field
The 2023 United Airlines NYC Half will feature a stellar field of world-class athletes including Olympians and Paralympians, national and world record-holders, and former champions—all covering the same course as you and 25,000 other runners!
13. Kids Can Run Too!
The Times Square Kids Run at the United Airlines NYC Half features two fun, free events in Times Square: an untimed non-competitive race for Stage 2 (ages 8–18) and a timed competitive race for Stage 3 (ages 12–18). Learn more about stages.
.1 If You Can’t Run, You Can Volunteer
Check out volunteer opportunities for the United Airlines NYC Half and other NYRR events.