The New York City Half Marathon is an annual half marathon that takes place in New York City. In order to participate in the race, runners must either qualify based on their running time or be selected through a lottery system. The lottery system gives all runners an equal chance to participate in the race, regardless of their running ability.
The NYC Half Marathon lottery is a popular way to gain entry into the race. In 2023, over 100,000 people applied for the lottery. The lottery is open to all runners, regardless of their age, gender, or running experience. Runners can apply for the lottery online or by mail. The deadline to apply for the lottery is typically in the spring.