Runners Completed the NYRR Staten Island Half
More than 10,000 participants raced through the borough to finish on Bay Street.
Updated on Oct. 11, 2026 in Running
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More than 10,000 runners took to the streets of Staten Island for the annual 13.1-mile NYRR Staten Island Half. The event served as the final race in the NYRR Five-Borough Series before the upcoming TCS New York City Marathon.
Why it matters
The race acts as a crucial training milestone for thousands of athletes preparing for the TCS New York City Marathon. It also highlights the active participation of local residents, including over 1,100 NYRR members living in Staten Island.
The 13.1-mile course drew more than 10,000 adult runners and nearly 200 children for youth races at SIUH Community Park. Over 4,700 Staten Island students currently participate in local youth programs.
The players
NYRR
The New York Road Runners is a non-profit organization that organizes the New York City Marathon and various other races throughout the five boroughs.
Mildred Baker
An 80-year-old participant who reached a milestone by completing her first half marathon in 2025.
Julianna Mangano
A 26-year-old athlete who participated in the 2026 race events.
The details
Athletes traversed a course that showcased the local waterfront and passed through Fort Wadsworth before concluding on Bay Street. This event represents the final major organized race for many runners prior to the TCS New York City Marathon.
Timeline
The NYRR Staten Island Half took place on October 11, 2026.
Mildred Baker completed her first half marathon in 2025.
Team Inspire runners were recognized for their contributions in 2026.
Season Trajectory
As the final leg of the NYRR Five-Borough Series, this race provides the ultimate physical testing ground for participants before the TCS New York City Marathon. The high turnout numbers cement the local Staten Island half marathon as a vital component of the regional distance-running schedule.
Participants who completed the 13.1-mile course have now reached their final major training milestone ahead of the TCS New York City Marathon. The race results provide individual runners with data on their current pacing and endurance levels before the full marathon distance.
The takeaway
Completing a half marathon serves as an effective diagnostic tool for gauging readiness for longer endurance events. Runners should use the recovery period following the race to refine their nutrition and hydration strategies before their next major start line.
Further reading
For more information on upcoming local events, visit the Running section.
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