Training start dates for NYC 2027
| Plan | Week 1 starts | Peak week (3-week taper) | Taper starts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 weeks | Mon 16 Aug 2027 | Mon 11 Oct 2027 | Mon 18 Oct 2027 |
| 14 weeks | Mon 2 Aug 2027 | Mon 11 Oct 2027 | Mon 18 Oct 2027 |
| 16 weeks | Mon 19 Jul 2027 | Mon 11 Oct 2027 | Mon 18 Oct 2027 |
| 18 weeks | Mon 5 Jul 2027 | Mon 11 Oct 2027 | Mon 18 Oct 2027 |
| 20 weeks | Mon 21 Jun 2027 | Mon 11 Oct 2027 | Mon 18 Oct 2027 |
| 24 weeks | Mon 24 May 2027 | Mon 11 Oct 2027 | Mon 18 Oct 2027 |
Week 1 starts on a Monday so race day falls at the end of the final week (for a Monday race such as Boston, on the day after it).
Qualifying for NYC
Times run at an NYRR marathon or NYRR half marathon earn guaranteed (paid) entry. Full-marathon times from other certified races are accepted for a limited number of places, fastest in each age and gender group first. Half-marathon times only count if run at an NYRR half marathon. See the full NYC qualifying standards for your age group.
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