RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH THANKSGIVING HALF MARATHON AND 5K 2026

The Run Rockaway Beach Thanksgiving Half Marathon and 5K takes place on a Saturday in November on the Rockaway boardwalk in Queens, starting at Beach 108th Street. Participants can select either a half marathon or a 5K. All races commence at 9:00 AM, following morning bib-tag pickup, T-shirt distribution, and check-in. The start and finish lines are located on the boardwalk at 108th Street, positioning the event directly on the beach rather than within an inland park or city street grid. All participants receive a medal and a T-shirt, contributing to the race's atmosphere as a local holiday-season event designed for both long-distance runners and those opting for a 5K along the ocean.