The Bay Ridge Half Marathon!

The Bay Ridge Half Marathon is a road half marathon held on the Shore Road Promenade in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, typically in early October. It begins at the American Veterans Memorial Pier, located at 6901 Shore Road, with an 8:00 AM start time extending into late morning. This timing is beneficial for runners preparing for the New York City Marathon, and the level waterfront path offers a good opportunity for a quick finish time. The course consists of three loops, each approximately 4.36 miles. Runners will traverse the same waterfront section multiple times, allowing spectators to see them repeatedly without significant travel. The promenade offers views of the Verrazano Bridge, Lower Manhattan, and the Statue of Liberty, with aid stations positioned about every mile. Bib pickup is exclusively on race morning, with baggage check adjacent to the pickup area, indicating a straightforward setup that requires participants to arrive early.