Volunteer Guidelines
When you register to volunteer with NYRR, we ask you...
Volunteer
Considering volunteering at a New York Road Runners event? There’s no better way give back, connect with your community, and get inspired before your next race.
How Can I Benefit from Volunteering?
Connect with runners like you
When you join our community, not only will you be surrounded by like-minded individuals, but you’ll also be the first to know what’s happening at NYRR, and have unlimited opportunities to talk shop with people who share your love of running.
Enjoy the views
When you volunteer on the course, you get a front-row seat to see your running heroes in action.
Guidelines & Programs
Volunteer Guidelines Medical Volunteers Medical Volunteers
A very important role—the medical volunteer is present...
Volunteer Groups Volunteer Groups
Groups of any kind, such as schools, athletic teams,...
Volunteer Leaders Volunteer Leaders
For individuals looking to rise up to greater...
Volunteer at the TCS New York City Marathon Volunteer at the TCS New York City Marathon
Volunteers assist at the TCS New York City Marathon...
Volunteer at NYRR Open Run Volunteer at NYRR Open Run
NYRR Volunteer Hall of Fame NYRR Volunteer Hall of Fame
Each April, during volunteer appreciation month, NYRR...
NYRR Celebrates Global Volunteer Month NYRR Celebrates Global Volunteer Month
April is Global Volunteer Month, a time to celebrate...
Testimonials
NYRR Member“Great opportunity to meet new runners and give back to an organization that has given me so much... Appreciated the volunteer hat, coffee, bagels, water, and especially rain poncho.”
NYRR Member
NYRR Member“Volunteering allowed me to look at the impact of running from a different perspective. It was really special, and I am thankful whenever I am running by the volunteers. Whatever it is they are doing lifts my spirit.”
NYRR Member
NYRR Volunteer“I enjoyed the actual volunteering activity I was doing at the fluid station and got a real buzz out of it and helping others to achieve in their race. My team was great and we worked well together. An enjoyable experience overall.”
NYRR Volunteer
Photos & Stories
"It's the Best Seat in the House": NYRR's Loyal... Volunteer"It's the Best Seat in the House": NYRR's Loyal...
A Global Volunteer Force for a Global Marathon New York City MarathonA Global Volunteer Force for a Global Marathon
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Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunity Registration Launch Schedule
You cannot register to run and volunteer at the same event. Please plan accordingly.
New volunteer opportunities will become available based on the following schedule:
- July 14, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. ET: October-December races (advanced registration)
- July 16, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. ET: October-December races (general registration)
- September 8, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. ET: TCS New York City Marathon Week opportunities (including Expo)
As a reminder, NYRR does not accept walk-up volunteers and there is no on-site volunteer registration.
RBC Brooklyn Half Guaranteed Entry
Runners that register for and complete six NYRR virtual races at the NYRR Virtual 6 program rate between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025 will be eligible to receive one non-complimentary guaranteed entry to the 2026 RBC Brooklyn Half.
TCS New York City Marathon Guaranteed Entry
The 9+1 program allows NYRR members who meet eligibility requirements to earn guaranteed entry to the TCS New York City Marathon!
Runners completing their 9+1 program toward the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon must have their nine races and one volunteer opportunity completed by December 31, 2025.
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