NYC MARATHON | How will the 2025 NYC Marathon enhance the city's economy? | amNewYork

"The global sporting event welcomes athletes from around the world to run across the city's five boroughs the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn and Staten Island. Hosted by the New York-based nonprofit New York Road Runners in partnership with more than 600 charity organizations, including the American Red Cross, The Fresh Air Fund and PAWS NY, the NYC Marathon is a celebration of unity and diversity and a major economic driver for the city."

"Whether it's a young athlete crossing their first finish line or an older adult finding community through movement, New York Road Runners is helping people of all ages and backgrounds discover the transformative power of running. And, collectively, we are having an impact on our beloved city, said Nnenna Lynch, New York Road Runners board chair. More than 50,000 runners from over 100 countries are expected to participate."

"The first wave will begin with the men's professional wheelchair division at 8 a.m., followed by the women's professional wheelchair division, the handcycle category and select athletes with disabilities at 8:22 a.m., the professional women's open division at 8:35 a.m., and the professional men's open division at 9:05 a.m. Family and friends can track runners during the marathon using the official TCS New York City Marathon app."

More than 50,000 runners will run the TCS New York City Marathon across the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn and Staten Island on Sunday, Nov. 2. New York Road Runners partners with more than 600 charities, including the American Red Cross, The Fresh Air Fund and PAWS NY, to support community causes and promote inclusivity. Race start waves include professional wheelchair and handcycle divisions, then professional women's and men's open divisions with staggered start times. Spectators can track participants via the official marathon app. Tata Consultancy Services serves as title partner and reported more than $30 billion revenue in fiscal 2025. Year-round events contribute about $1 billion to the city's economy.

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