New York City Marathon 2027 – Guaranteed Entry Tier via Virtual TCS NYC Marathon 2026
The Virtual TCS New York City Marathon 2026 is one of the official pathways to guaranteed, paid entry to the TCS New York City Marathon 2027. To qualify, runners must complete the full marathon distance in a single activity, on a single calendar day, and upload their run to Strava. Below you will find the key dates and the most important rules for the Guaranteed Entry Tier.
Key Dates – Virtual TCS NYC Marathon 2026
Guaranteed Entry Tier – Rules and Fees
Participation in the Guaranteed Entry Tier is granted via a drawing. Registration for this tier is
not available to runners already registered for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon.
Fees and Capacity
- NYRR Members: 186.06 USD (including fees)
- Non‑Members: 211.50 USD (including fees)
- Spots: Limited capacity (entry granted via drawing)
If selected, your default credit card will be charged immediately. The card must have an expiration date of July 2026 or later. If the payment is declined, you will receive an email and have until June 30, 11:59 p.m. ET to update your card details. A second attempt will be made on July 1.
Requirements to Complete the Virtual TCS NYC Marathon 2026
- complete the full 26.2‑mile distance in a single run activity,
- finish the run within one calendar day,
- upload the activity to Strava.
Finishers in the Guaranteed Entry Tier receive guaranteed, non‑complimentary entry to the 2027 TCS New York City Marathon. They will also receive a Virtual TCS NYC Marathon finisher medal and keychain shipped to the address listed in their NYRR profile.
NYC Marathon Preparation Guide
Want to be ready for New York City Marathon?
For logistics, registration, expo, race day transport, bridges, course profile and the full World Marathon Majors
experience, check out my detailed guide:
New York City Marathon – guide for World Marathon Majors participants
Source: information based on official materials from New York Road Runners (NYRR) / TCS New York City Marathon.
