Queens made history on November 17, 2024, hosting over 1,000 runners for the first time in QDR history. Thank you for helping build a running culture that reflects the energy and diversity of our borough. Our milestone was proudly highlighted in local outlets including the Queens Chronicle, QNS, and the Queens Gazette.
Now we look ahead to the 2025 Queens Marathon and QDR Half Marathon as we work to bring these races fully onto the streets of Queens. Your registration supports this vision and helps fund NYC Scholarship Accounts for every 3rd grader in Queens through NYC Kids Rise. If you can’t attend, you can still contribute by donating directly AT THIS LINK.
Friday, December 5th 3PM-7PMSaturday, December 6th 10AM-2PM
PACERS
Elitefeats and QDR will organize a team of PACERS to help you along your both on BOTH DECEMBER 6 & 7. If you are interested in serving as a pacer, please email [email protected] and cc: [email protected]
QM/QDR HALF - 12:00, 11:30, 11:00, 10:30, 10:00, 9:30, 9:00, 8:30, 8:00, 7:30, 6:50, 6:25
QGTM - 12:00, 11:30, 11:00, 10:30, 10:00, 9:30, 9:00, 8:30, 8:00, 7:30, 6:50, 6:25, 6:00, 5:45
12/6 - QGTM Awards will be presented at 10:10AM in the QUEENS MUSEUM
12/7 - QDR Half Marathon Awards will be presented at 9:35AM by the START/FINISH. Queens Marathon Awards will be presented at 11:30AM by the START/FINISH
Top 3 M/F/Non-Binary Overall
Top 3 Age Groups M/F/Non-Binary: 29 & Under, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
TOP 3 AG WINNERS FOR QMW RACES WILL RECEIVE A HOODIE WITH THEIR AG AND PLACE DISPLAYED
EACH LOOP WILL BE 3.27 Miles
8 Loops = Marathon
4 Loops = Half Marathon
2 Loops = 1 Leg of the Worlds' Borough Invitational Relay
12/7 - Queens Marathon & QDR Half Marathon
(12/6 Update) Safety comes first - and due to icy, unsafe conditions around Meadow Lake, several sections of the original course became too hazardous to run. After consulting with Parks and our operations team, we’ve made the call to shift to a fully ice-free, spectator-friendly loop around the Unisphere area. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Your safety—and your race experience—will always come before anything else.
The updated course is 3.27 miles per loop, measured today and currently being finalized for Boston-qualifying certification. The new format is:
Marathon — 8 Loops
Half Marathon — 4 Loops
World’s Borough Invitational Relay — 2 Loops per leg
We’re keeping things fast, fun, and fully supported with two dedicated water tables serving Pocari Sweat and water every loop. Expect wide, clear paths, energetic cheer zones, and an electric Unisphere-centered atmosphere from start to finish.
Unfortunately, medals were held up at customs due to tariff inspections and will need to be mailed to runners after the race or organize meetups with local run crews. We promise they’re worth the wait and will get them to you as quickly as possible.
Thank you for your understanding, your resilience, and your Queens spirit. Let’s run!
Represent in Queens! If you wish to register a NEW TEAM, please follow the instructions below under “Join Team” and “Create Team”. Once a Team is created, it will be available to be selected by anyone.
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12/7 - Inaugural Queens Marathon Relay - World's Borough Invitational
4 Legs per team - 6.55 miles
Introducing the Inaugural World’s Borough Invitational at the Queens Marathon on Dec. 7th — a first-of-its-kind partnership between the World’s Fair Run Crew and Queens Distance Runners. This Marathon-length relay will bring together running crews from across Queens, each competing for borough-wide bragging rights and the title of Fastest Crew in the World’s Borough. Representing the diversity and unity of Queens’ running community, every invited crew will field two teams — one men’s and one women’s — to take on the 26.2-mile challenge in relay fashion.
The invitational will take place entirely within the Queens Marathon course on Sunday, December 7th. The winning crew will receive a cash donation courtesy of Queens Distance Runners. Packet pickup for all participating teams will be hosted at the Queens Museum on December 5th and 6th, alongside the Queens Marathon Weekend Expo.
Total may vary, based on additional options, such as donations.
Members of Queens Distance will receive a Race Specific code in our newsletter. You may email us at [email protected] for the Member code.
Individuals/Families enrolled in QDR+ will be emailed specific codes via email.
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