United Airlines NYC Half

Run the 2026 United Airlines Half Marathon with Dream Travel!

Experience the 2026 United Airlines NYC Half Marathon through New York City’s iconic streets. From Brooklyn to the Manhattan Bridge, through Times Square, and finishing in Central Park! This race combines unforgettable views, city energy, and the joy of running alongside thousands of other runners!

General Information

Where: NY, NY
Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026
Time: To Be Confirmed


Race Expo & Race Kit Pickup:
TBD

*All runners MUST attend the expo in person in order to obtain your bib.  There will be no race day bib pickup!

DEPOSIT AMOUNT:
CAD $
550 plus the Race Roster fee

*$550 deposit is applied towards the package amount.

Accomodations
FAQ
Registration

How To Register

Step 1 – Carefully read and understand all the information below.
Step 2 – Meet requirements (see “Who May Purchase” below)
Step 3 – Determine which package best suits your needs.
Step 4 – Place your deposit via the REGISTER button
Step 5 – Get training! You’re running the 2026 United Airlines NYC Half Marathon!

Who May Purchase?

  • Anyone who is not residing fulltime in the US and who will be 16 or older on race day.

Packages

We will provide guaranteed entry only as part of a complete package which, at a minimum, must include 3 nights hotel. We are not permitted to sell entry only.

What’s Included in Your “Runner’s” Package

  • Guaranteed entry into the 2026 United Airlines NYC Half Marathon

  • 3 nights at the Fairfield Inn Central Park Hotel (Friday, Saturday, Sunday night)

  • Daily breakfast and WiFi

  • Local city tax

  • Finisher Medal

  • Transportation from a select area to the Start Area

  • VIP/Hospitality tent at the starting area

  • Dream Travel Canada Local Representative on site! | Local Gatherings with the Dream Travel Canada Crew - 5KM Shakeout Run, Meet & Greet and our Unofficial Post-Marathon Celebration!

After You Register

After you register on the Race Roster website and pay your deposit, Dream Travel will contact you to complete your registration process via the email address you provided. You must ensure that your email address is correct and you are responsible for monitoring it closely as Dream Travel will contact with everyone via email.

The Course

The race will begin on Washington Avenue near the Brooklyn Botanic Garden before taking runners through Prospect Park and across the East River via the Manhattan Bridge. Once in Manhattan, runners will race along the Lower East Side, up to Midtown, and through Times Square before finishing the race in Central Park.

Insurance

Click here for more details.

Not Included with your Package

  • Travel insurance

  • Airfare

  • Airport transfers

  • Meals

  • Items of a personal nature or not listed

Cancellation Policy

As the NYRR does not refund or defer guaranteed entries, our policy is as follows:

There is no deferral option, however, you may cancel your package for a credit, but only if we are able to resell your entry package and only if it’s prior to registration closing.

If we can resell your package, the following fees will apply:

  • 15% of your  payment amounts if cancelling 120 or more days prior to registration closing

  • 25% of your  payment amounts if cancelling between 7 and 119 days prior to registration closing

  • 50% of your payment amounts if cancelling 6 days or less prior to registration closing.

  • 100% of your deposit and payment amounts if cancelling after registration closes or at any time if we’re unable to resell your package.

The difference between what you paid and the fee listed above will be held as a credit for you for 24 months from the time you made your last payment for this particular package. Credits may only be used for events listed on our website.

Registration is expected to close in February of 2026.

Our Group Hotel

NOTES: Additional nights are on a request basis.

3 NIGHT PACKAGES

  • Prices are in USD

  • Prices are per person for the 2 Runner package

  • Price is the total for the 1 Runner, 1 Spectator package or 1 Runner on their own

  • Your initial deposit of $550 will be charged in CAD, collected from Race Roster, converted to USD and applied to your package.

  • All other payments will be collected by Dream Travel in CAD or USD, as you prefer.

Recommended Itinerary

Thursday March 12
We recommend that you land in NY no later than Thursday as you’ll want to get over jetlag so that you have a great race weekend!  As well, you’ll want to consider possible flight delays.

Friday March 13
Dream Travel will have a short, easy group run Friday morning in Central Park.  Friday afternoon you’ll want to pick up your bib from the expo.

Saturday March 14
Get those feet up and relax.  Those arriving into NY late will need to pick up their bib today and as early as possible.  This is the busiest day at the expo!

Sunday March 15
Race Day!

Monday March 16
Time to stretch those legs, do some sightseeing and show that medal off with pride!

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the minimum three nights we have to stay?
You may stay any three nights although the majority of the group will stay Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights in order to get to the expo and so that you won’t have to check out prior to running the half marathon.

What’s the weather like?
Average March temperatures in NY average between +2 and +10 degrees Celsius. Perfect for running!

How do I get to the start line?
We’ve included bus to the start line.

How do I get back to the hotel after the half marathon?
The Fairfield Inn Central Park is located easy walking distance from the finish line.

Contact Dream Travel

If you have any questions about the 2026 United Airlines NYC Half or our packages, please contact us: