RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH NYC FIRECRACKER HALF MARATHON & 5K 2026 — Far Rockaway, NY

Date
July 5, 2026
Location
Far Rockaway, NY
Venue
BEACH 94TH ST ON THE BOARDWALK
Start Time
6:30 AM
Entry Fee
$45.00 – $69.00
Events
HALF MARATHON, 5K
Includes
T-Shirt
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Run Rockaway Beach NYC Firecracker Half Marathon & 5K takes place on July 5, 2026, in Far Rockaway, New York, starting at 6:30 AM from Beach 94th Street on the boardwalk. The event offers a 1-mile option and a half marathon distance, giving runners flexibility in their race selection. Entry fees range from $45 to $69 depending on registration timing and distance chosen. The early morning start on the boardwalk provides a chance to race along the waterfront before the day's heat builds. Whether you're using this as a tempo workout or a race-day test, the beachside location offers a different setting from typical urban road races. Book accommodation in Far Rockaway or nearby Queens neighborhoods to minimize travel time before the pre-dawn start.

From the Race Organizer
WE ALSO OFFER DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION! Celebrate SUNDAY July 5th weekend with a Race Day at beautiful Rockaway Beach. 5K or Half Marathon. Saturday July 5th, 2026, check in at 6:30am, Race Start 8:00am The boardwalk venue is a perfect racecourse with no hills and amazing ocean views every mile. RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH FIRECRACKER HALF MARATHON & 5K Sunday July 5th 6:30am Pick up Bib Tag, T-Shirt and check in on Beach 94th. 8:00am Half Marathon and 5K Start. Both Start & finish are on 94th on Boardwalk. Half Marathon is 2 loops from Beach 94th west, U-turn on beach 124 St east to 54 street U-turn west and back to Beach 94th street and repeat. 5k is an out and back course. Start on Beach 94 street, go west to Beach124 street, U turn east back to finish on 94 street. Public Parking in Lot on Beach 94th There are at least 4 water stops for each of the 2 loops for the half marathon T-SHIRT/ MEDAL AND SNACKS

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH NYC FIRECRACKER HALF MARATHON & 5K 2026 — Far Rockaway, NY?

RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH NYC FIRECRACKER HALF MARATHON & 5K 2026 — Far Rockaway, NY takes place on July 5, 2026. The race is held in Far Rockaway, New York.

Where is RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH NYC FIRECRACKER HALF MARATHON & 5K 2026 — Far Rockaway, NY held?

RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH NYC FIRECRACKER HALF MARATHON & 5K 2026 — Far Rockaway, NY is held at BEACH 94TH ST ON THE BOARDWALK in Far Rockaway, New York.

Where can I find hotels near RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH NYC FIRECRACKER HALF MARATHON & 5K 2026 — Far Rockaway, NY?

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