How to Follow the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon

Broadcast & Streaming Guide

Live coverage begins early, so set those alarms. All times below are Eastern Time (ET).

• Local New York coverage: WABC-TV Channel 7 airs live from 8:00–11:30 a.m., with pre-race coverage starting at 7:00 a.m. Stream the same feed on the ABC 7 New York App or ABC7NY.com—including a finish-line camera from 10:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• National broadcast: ESPN2 carries the race live 8:00–11:30 a.m. across the United States. A Spanish-language simulcast airs on ESPN3 via the ESPN App and ESPN.com.
• Finish-line recap: ABC Network airs a special two-hour show from the Central Park finish from 3:00–5:00 p.m.
• Audio only: Tune to iHeartRadio’s 710 WOR AM or 104.3HD2 starting at 7:00 a.m., or listen through the iHeartRadio app once the gun goes off.
• Stream on mobile: Use the ABC 7 New York App within the Tri-State area or the ESPN App nationwide. Access requires a participating pay-TV login.
• Track the elites: The Official NYRR App powered by Tata Consultancy Services offers uninterrupted coverage of the professional races plus live runner tracking.

Watching Around the World

International networks carry the same 8:00–11:30 a.m. ET broadcast, so you can follow the action almost anywhere.

• Europe & India: Eurosport offers live coverage across the continent and in India.
• Canada: Watch live on TSN and TSN+.
• Latin America & Caribbean: ESPN International carries the marathon throughout Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.
• Australia & New Zealand: Fox Sports Australia and additional partners provide coverage down under.
• Sub-Saharan Africa: SuperSport shares the race with viewers across the region.
• Italy & Spain: Fans can tune in via RAI and TVE respectively.

Broadcast lineups are updated throughout the year—check your local listings and the NYRR media center for any last-minute changes.

Best On-Course Viewing Spots

If you're spectating in person, the subway is your best friend. Aim to arrive early, pack light, and plan your route around the recommended zones below.

• Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn (Miles 2–4): Catch the massive field as it pours off the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge. The R train is the move.
• Flatbush & Downtown Brooklyn (Mile 8): B, D, N, Q, R, 2, 3, 4, and 5 trains offer plenty of options and plenty of energy.
• Williamsburg & Greenpoint (Miles 10–13): Shops, cafés, and music make it a fun hang before runners cross into Queens.
• First Avenue, Manhattan (Miles 16–18): Bars, restaurants, and wall-to-wall cheering. Take the N, Q, R, 4, 5, 6, or F trains.
• East Harlem & Charity Cheer Zone (Miles 19–20): Celebrate thousands of runners supporting NYRR charity partners at First Avenue & 120th Street (6 train).
• Fifth Avenue into Central Park (Miles 23–24): This uphill stretch can make or break a PR—your cheers matter here. Ride the Q, 4, 5, or 6.
• Finish at Columbus Circle: Standing room inside Central Park is free (enter via Broadway at West 61st Street or by Heckscher Fields), while grandstand tickets must be purchased in advance.

Remember that spectators are not allowed on any bridges (including the Verrazzano and Pulaski). Plan your day using the latest MTA updates and allow extra travel time between boroughs.

Spectator Etiquette & Safety

• Stay behind barricades and keep building entrances clear. Carry-in chairs and large speakers aren't allowed.
• Portable toilets along the course are for registered runners only.
• New York City is a strict no-drone zone; report any sightings to law enforcement or race officials.
• If you see a runner who needs help, flag an NYRR official or call the race emergency hotline at 866-705-6626.
• Build a cheer itinerary in the Official NYRR App so your runners know where you'll be and when to look for you.