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The New York City Marathon will modify its course in the Bronx for the first time since 2011. The change, announced by New York Road Runners, aims to reduce disruption for residents and local businesses. Runners will now take a more direct path, cutting the number of turns in the borough from seven to five. The race is scheduled for November 1, 2026, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the five-borough course.
The New York City Marathon will modify its course for the first time in 15 years, adjusting the Bronx segment to reduce community disruption. Announced by New York Road Runners (NYRR) on September 22, 2026, the change coincides with the race’s 50th anniversary. The new route reruns runners through a less congested part of Mott Haven, cutting the number of turns in the borough from seven to five. This adjustment aims to restore access to local businesses, including a supermarket and laundromat, and improve access to the NYCHA Patterson Houses. Over 60,000 runners are expected to participate in the November 1 race, the highest attendance in the event's history.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is demanding that the New York City Marathon organizers pay approximately $750,000 for the use of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, citing lost toll revenue when the bridge is closed for the race. The New York Road Runners argue that the MTA benefits from increased transit ridership during marathon week, offsetting any lost toll revenue, and have requested data to support the MTA's claim. The MTA has threatened to restrict the marathon's use of the bridge if the payment is not made, but the Road Runners warn that this could significantly impact the race. Both parties are open to negotiation to reach a resolution.
The MTA is seeking to charge the New York City Marathon organizers $750,000 per year for toll revenue lost when the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge is closed for the race, prompting outrage from runners and local leaders. The marathon officials argue that this could lead to increased entry fees for participants and are willing to negotiate with the MTA, emphasizing the significant value the marathon brings to the city. Critics view the MTA's move as a money grab and call for finding a solution that doesn't burden the runners or affect the event's accessibility.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is demanding that the New York City Marathon organizers pay roughly $750,000 for use of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, citing lost toll revenue when the bridge is closed for the race. The organizers argue that the MTA benefits from increased transit ridership during marathon week, which offsets any lost toll revenue. They also highlight the significant economic impact of the marathon on the city. The MTA has threatened to restrict the marathon's use of the bridge if the payment is not made, but the organizers are willing to negotiate for a resolution that reflects the value the marathon brings to the city.