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TCS New York City Marathon Kids Kickoff, Central Park - Volunteers

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October 25, 2026, Sunday at 5:00 AM, Manhattan - Central Park

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Course Marshal

Central Park|6:30 AM

Report Location: Central Park - Naumburg Bandshell. 6:30 AM - 12:00 PM. Volunteers cheer on runners as well as help to keep runners, spectators, and park patrons safe.

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Volunteer Leaders and Leaders in Training (NO +1)

Central Park|6:00 AM

Entry fees: free

This is reserved for active volunteer leaders only. If you are not part of our Leadership Volunteer Program your registration will be declined and cancelled. (NO +1 credit).

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Start Corral Marshal

Central Park|7:00 AM

Report Location: Central Park - Naumburg Banshell. See shift time for details. Volunteers will assist with loading the corrals, ensuring all runners go into the appropriate corral.

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Bag Check

Central Park|6:30 AM

Report Location: Central Park - Naumburg Bandshell. 6:30 AM - 12:00 PM. Volunteers will assist with the collection and organization of runner baggage.

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Race Day Information

  • Race-Day Number Pickup Policy

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    Bib pickup will close 10 minutes after the start time of the race. Runners arriving to pick up their bib after that time will not be issued a bib and will not receive 9+1 credit for the race.

  • Start Location / The Course

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    We strongly recommend checking mta.info before you travel. You can also message the MTA using the chat feature on the MTA app.

  • Bag Check

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    Planning to check a bag on race morning? While we will continue to have clear plastic bags available at number pickup, we encourage you to use your own clear reusable plastic bag, no larger than 17" wide x 20" high x 7" deep, with the tag affixed. Only clear bags may be checked at bag check; we are unable to check opaque bags of any size.

    NYRR is not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen bags or items from bags checked at NYRR bag check.

  • Race Amenities

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  • Prohibited Items

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  • Race-Day Emergency Phone Number

    In case of an emergency during the race (including in the start or finish area), call 866-705-6626.