New York City Marathon

New York City Marathon - With upwards of 40,000 participants, the New York City marathon is one of the largest – and most famous – of its kind. For runners and spectators alike, Marathon Sunday is a big day for New Yorkers. Like any large event in the Big Apple, it means crowded streets, traffic jams and backed-up subways. We have all the information you need, whether you’re looking for bridge and road closures, plan to visit to cheer on a friend or family member or want to plan the ultimate Sunday Funday.

Tracking Runners And Tips For Spectators:

The marathon goes through all five boroughs, starting on Staten Island and ending in Manhattan’s Central Park. Planning on driving into the city to catch the action? Don’t. Take the subway.

Spotting one runner among 40,000 marathon participants isn’t easy – but technology can help. The Official ING New York City Marathon Mobile Spectator App allows spectators to track up to 10 runners at once. There are also Web-based ways to track particpants.

Remember to dress for the day’s weather. The forecast for Sunday’s race looks promising – sunny, with no rain.

If you do get chilly, spectators can stop in at certain Dunkin Donuts locations for free fleece hats and other giveaways. These are the participating locations:

9243 4th Ave (Brooklyn)

8704 4th Ave (Brooklyn)

6743 4th Ave (Brooklyn)

737 4th Avenue (Brooklyn)

578 Atlantic Ave (Brooklyn)

643 Manhattan Ave (Brooklyn)

892 Manhattan Ave (Brooklyn)

356 McGuinness Blvd (Brooklyn)

49-02 Vernon Blvd (Long Island City)

1225 1st Ave (66 & 1st Ave, Manhattan)

355 E. 86th Street (86 & 1st Ave, Manhattan)

2258 1st Ave (116 & 1st Ave, Manhattan)

via: cbs