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Perks for New York City Marathon 2025 Finishers<\/h2>\n

Congratulations on completing the TCS New York City Marathon 2025! After finishing the 26.2-mile course, every finisher has access to a variety of free offers, discounts, and special events exclusive to marathon runners. The list below compiles the best available perks. To redeem these, one must present their medal, bib (race number), or other official credential<\/strong> proving completion of the race.<\/p>\n

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Free Food and Culinary Discounts<\/h2>\n

Marathon finishers can replenish calories with complimentary food and special discounts across New York City. Upon presenting the medal, a runner can claim a free ShackBurger at Shake Shack (available at select NY, NJ, and CT locations on November 2 and 3) and a free Loaded Toast at Smoothie King (November 2). A free cupcake is available at Magnolia Bakery and Baked by Melissa through November 7, as well as a free cookie at Levain Bakery (November 2). Other offers include a special $10 combo meal at Gotham Burger Social Club (LES location only) and a 10% discount at the Central Park Boat House Cafe (November 3).<\/p>\n

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Venue<\/th>\nOffer<\/th>\nRequired<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Shake Shack<\/strong><\/td>\nFree ShackBurger (NY, NJ, CT locations)<\/td>\nMedal (Nov 2 & 3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Smoothie King<\/strong><\/td>\nFree Loaded Toast (participating locations)<\/td>\nMedal (Nov 2)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Magnolia Bakery \/ Baked by Melissa<\/strong><\/td>\nFree cupcake (participating locations)<\/td>\nMedal (through Nov 7)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Levain Bakery<\/strong><\/td>\nFree cookie<\/td>\nMedal (Nov 2)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Gotham Burger Social Club<\/strong><\/td>\nSpecial $10 combo meal (LES location only)<\/td>\nMedal (Nov 2)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Central Park Boat House<\/strong><\/td>\n10% off purchase at the Cafe<\/td>\nMedal (Nov 3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
The Stand<\/strong><\/td>\nFree Peroni with purchase of a pizza<\/td>\nMedal (Nov 2)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Drinks and Celebration<\/h2>\n

Post-race, the marathon runner is eligible for celebration offers and beverages. Threes Brewing honors finishers with a free pint of ‘All or Nothing’ beer at their Gowanus and Greenpoint locations on November 2 upon medal presentation. VUE180 Rooftop Bar offers a complimentary cocktail over the post-marathon weekend (November 2-3). Bananas NYC provides a free sake shot or banana milkshake through November 10 upon showing a bib, medal, or official credentials.<\/p>\n

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Venue<\/th>\nOffer<\/th>\nRequired<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Threes Brewing<\/strong><\/td>\nFree pint of ‘All or Nothing’ beer (Gowanus & Greenpoint)<\/td>\nMedal (Nov 2)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
VUE180 Rooftop Bar<\/strong><\/td>\nFree cocktail<\/td>\nMedal (Nov 2-3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bananas NYC<\/strong><\/td>\nFree sake shot or banana milkshake<\/td>\nBib, medal, or credentials (through Nov 10)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Free Admissions and Discounts on Attractions<\/h2>\n

Marathon finishers receive free entry or discounts at major NYC attractions. By showing a race bib or medal, free admission to EDGE & Vessel is granted from October 30 to November 6, with an additional 20% off for family and friends. On Marathon Monday (November 3), The Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Whitney Museum of American Art offer free admission. The American Museum of Natural History grants free general admission to all runners. A finisher can also visit the Top of the Rock observation deck for free, with an additional 25% discount for up to three guests.<\/p>\n

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Venue<\/th>\nOffer<\/th>\nRequired<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
EDGE & Vessel<\/strong><\/td>\nFree admission (Oct 30 \u2013 Nov 6) + 20% off for family\/friends (Code MARATHON20)<\/td>\nBib or medal<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
The Metropolitan Museum of Art<\/strong><\/td>\nFree breakfast and private gallery tours (Marathon Monday)<\/td>\nFor runners<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Whitney Museum of American Art<\/strong><\/td>\nFree admission + pre-hours private tour (Nov 3)<\/td>\nFor runners<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
American Museum of Natural History<\/strong><\/td>\nFree general admission<\/td>\nFor runners<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt<\/strong><\/td>\n20% discounted admission (runners, family, friends) + Marathon Monday sunrise event<\/td>\nFor runners<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Top of the Rock<\/strong><\/td>\nFree admission + 25% off for up to three guests<\/td>\nFor runners<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Free Medal Engraving and Recovery Events<\/h2>\n

A finisher is eligible to permanently engrave their time and name on the medal for free. Engraving stations are available at major retail locations in Manhattan, including Nike House of Innovation, Paragon Sports, and PUMA Fifth Avenue, from November 2\u20135. Lululemon and HOKA also host engraving on November 3, often with additional refreshments. On Monday, November 3, the Bronx Medal Monday event is held, which, in addition to engraving, offers massage, yoga sessions, and professional portraits for recovery.<\/p>\n

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Venue<\/th>\nAddress \/ Date<\/th>\nAdditional Perks<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Nike House of Innovation<\/strong><\/td>\n650 5th Ave (Nov 2-4)<\/td>\nEngraving (3-7pm Sun, 10a-6pm Mon\/Tues)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Paragon Sports<\/strong><\/td>\n867 Broadway (Nov 2-3)<\/td>\nEngraving (3-7pm Sun, 11am-7pm Mon)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Lululemon<\/strong><\/td>\n592 5th Avenue (Nov 3)<\/td>\nEngraving + light bites & refreshments (9am-3pm)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
PUMA Fifth Avenue<\/strong><\/td>\n609 5th Ave (Nov 2-5)<\/td>\nFree engraving (10AM-8PM)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bronx Medal Monday<\/strong><\/td>\nAndrew Freedman Home mansion (Nov 3)<\/td>\nEngraving, portraits, massage, yoga, music (1-8pm)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
HOKA<\/strong><\/td>\nFlatiron store (Nov 3)<\/td>\nFree engraving<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Brand Activations and Other Offers<\/h2>\n

Sports brands and service providers have organized special activations. Throughout marathon week, New Balance operates a “Run House” with complimentary coffee and recovery zones. Nike and adidas host free “shakeout” runs and related events. Other benefits include free race shirt customization at Paragon Sports (through November 1), discounts on meal services (CookUnity 50% off the first week with code MARATHONMEALS), and a rebate on the first MTA public transit ride for Citizens Mastercard holders during the race weekend.<\/p>\n

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Brand\/Service<\/th>\nOffer<\/th>\nRequired<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
New Balance (Run House)<\/strong><\/td>\nFree coffee, recovery, customization, and community (marathon week)<\/td>\nFor runners<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Nike \/ adidas \/ Runna \/ Bandit<\/strong><\/td>\nFree shakeout runs, pop-up shops, portraits, and events (various dates)<\/td>\nFor runners<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Paragon Sports<\/strong><\/td>\nDarmowa personalizacja koszulki (do 1 listopada)<\/td>\nDla biegaczy<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
CookUnity<\/strong><\/td>\n50% off 1st week of meals, 20% off next 3 weeks (CODE: MARATHONMEALS)<\/td>\nFor all<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Citizens (Mastercard)<\/strong><\/td>\nRebate on first MTA subway\/bus ride (Marathon weekend)<\/td>\nCitizens Mastercard (Nov 1-3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Summary: The TCS New York City Marathon 2025 finisher medal is the key to accessing most of these exclusive rewards. Note that special discounts are also available for Broadway tickets and various services like Lyft rides.<\/p>\n

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