The TCS New York City Marathon Expo Presented by New Balance will take place from October 29–31, 2026, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in Manhattan. It is one of the major highlights of New York City Marathon Week. Participants will be able to pick up their race bibs and race packets, visit exhibitor booths, explore the official New Balance collection, and enjoy attractions prepared by the event organizers and race partners.
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The Expo will also be a meeting place for runners, members of the marathon community, and spectators. The program will include conversations with athletes, former marathon champions, coaches, and people involved in New York City’s running community. Some of these sessions will take place on the Citizens Stage and will be open to the public.
Opening Hours And Race Packet Pickup
Every participant must collect their race materials in person at the Expo. A photo ID and the registration confirmation email are required for pickup. Race packets cannot be collected on behalf of another participant. Before visiting, runners must select a pickup time slot in their NYRR participant account. Time slot selection will be available until Saturday, October 31, at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
| Day | Expo Hours | Race Packet Pickup Closes |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, October 29 | 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. | 7:30 p.m. |
| Friday, October 30 | 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. | 7:30 p.m. |
| Saturday, October 31 | 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. |
The organizers note that the busiest periods are expected to be Thursday between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., and Friday between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Visitors should expect longer lines at the entrance during these hours. Those who can do so may wish to plan their visit outside these time slots.
EXPO Location – Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
The Expo will be held at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, located at 429 11th Avenue, between West 35th Street and West 36th Street. The convention center is situated on the west side of Manhattan, near the Hudson River. The Google Map below shows the venue location and will help you plan your route and find your way there.
Citizens Stage Program – Event Schedule
One of the highlights of the Expo program will be the Citizens Stage. Over three days, the schedule will feature panel discussions and meetings with well-known runners, representatives of sports organizations, journalists, and people involved in the development of running. Topics will include marathon preparation, the history of the New York City Marathon, mental health, sports accessibility, and athletes’ experiences. All times listed are local New York time. The organizers reserve the right to make changes to the schedule.
Thursday, October 29
| Time | Session | Speakers |
|---|---|---|
| 11:00–11:45 | One Team, One Planet: NYRR Team for Climate Featuring Protect Our Winters Athletes | Tina Muir, Kyle Stepp, Alison Désir, Mel Briggs |
| 13:00–13:45 | Five Boroughs. Five Trailblazers. One Impossible Idea. | Chris Chavez, Keisha Sutton-James, George Hirsch, Gary Corbitt, Estee Stimler |
| 14:00–14:45 | Set the Pace Live x Shokz | Conner Mantz, Becs Gentry |
| 15:00–15:45 | Fueling the Marathon: Preparation, Performance, and Mindset with Andreas Almgren | Andreas Almgren, Lauren Sander, Ian Marling |
| 16:00–16:45 | The WICKED Warm-Up: The Art of Endurance | Lindsay Dzubay, Keri René Fuller, Jennafer Newberry, Jeff Heimbrock |
| 17:00–17:45 | Trivia | — |
Friday, October 30
| Time | Session | Speakers |
|---|---|---|
| 11:00–11:45 | More Than Miles: Mental Health, Mission, and Impact (NYRR Charity Partners x NAMI) | Maggie Mortali, Zac Clark, Trish Larsen, Candace Bravo, Jolie Delja |
| 12:00–12:45 | New York City Marathon Champions: The Road to Victory | Gordon Bakoulis, Meb Keflezighi, German Silva, Paula Radcliffe, Saul Mendoza, Cheri Blauwet |
| 13:00–13:45 | Team Inspire: Runners Who Embody the Spirit of the TCS New York City Marathon | Sheck Mulbah, Vanessa Lindley, Krista-Jean Kelly, Giovanni Kyle Sabio, Giles Ashton-Roberts |
| 14:00–14:45 | Going the Distance: A Fireside Chat with Randi Zuckerberg & Andy Glaze | Randi Zuckerberg, Andy Glaze |
| 15:00–15:45 | Trivia | — |
| 16:00–16:45 | NYRR Contributors Circle: Advancing Inclusion and Accessibility in Running | Victoria Fortune, J Solle, Becky Curran |
| 17:00–17:45 | Team Abbott: From Setbacks to Start Lines | Rob Dalto, Alyssa Pannozzi, Maddy Campbell, Jeremy Woodward |
Saturday, October 31
| Time | Session | Speakers |
|---|---|---|
| 11:00–11:45 | Miles, Movement, and Community | Thaddeus Miles, Nicole Ver Kuilen, Michael “Mike The Korican” Alcaide, Kiera Smalls, India Calloway |
| 12:00–12:45 | The Legends Remember the First 5-Boro New York City Marathon | Gordon Bakoulis, George Hirsch, Lynn Blackstone, Frank Shorter, Bill Rodgers |
| 13:00–13:45 | The FEARLESS Effect Presented by 261 Fearless | Kathrine Switzer, Edith Zuschmann, Nnenna Lynch, Stacy Reingold, Mamie Coleman |
| 14:00–14:45 | Trivia | — |
Getting To The EXPO
The Jacob K. Javits Convention Center can be reached by subway, train, bus, or ferry. The closest subway station is 34th Street–Hudson Yards, served by the 7 train. Nearby 34th Street–Penn Station is also served by subway lines 1, 2, 3, A, C, and E, as well as Amtrak, Long Island Rail Road, and NJ Transit trains. You can walk to the convention center from either station or take the M34 bus, which runs across Manhattan to 11th Avenue. Visitors arriving from New Jersey can take the Midtown ferry to the terminal at West 39th Street, operated by NY Waterway. The NYC Ferry St. George route from Staten Island serves Midtown West/Pier 79. More information about connections is available on the NYC Ferry website. Before traveling, check for service updates and possible changes to public transportation on the MTA website.
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