The NYC Half is one of my favorite courses I've ever run, and my 2017 race still stands out as a…read moreperfect spring morning in Manhattan. It begins with that chilly Central Park feeling and then gradually opens into a brighter, faster day, with the city almost seeming to bloom around the race. I set a PR there, although I was unfortunately wearing my former colleague Adam's bib; oh well, I got the picture, the Strava record, and the memory, which is what matters. The course has a rare sense of momentum because it feels like actual travel, not just a loop, and the ending through the Battery Park Tunnel is epic, strange, and completely New York in the best possible way. Highly highly recommended!

The NYC Half Marathon is an incredible experience from start to finish. You don't get very many…read morechances to run on the closed streets of Brooklyn and make your way into Manhattan, so it truly feels special. Running across the Brooklyn Bridge alone makes the race worth it; it's an unforgettable moment. The course itself is on the hilly side, with rolling hills and the bridge, so it's probably not the best choice if you're chasing a PR. But if you're looking for an amazing sightseeing run through some of New York's most iconic streets, this is the one. Everything leading up to the race was organized really well, from packet pickup to race-day logistics. It's absolutely worth applying for the lottery. Opportunities to run races like this don't come often!

This is my second time participating in Cupid's Undie Run to raise money for a cure for…read moreneurofibromatosis. The event was at The DL in the city. There was a bar, merchandise you could buy, and some photo opps. Check in started at 11:30am but we didn't arrive until a little after 1:00pm. We checked our clothes, had a drink, and it was time for the race. The race started at 1:30pm. Everyone's energy was great! I loved all the different costumes. The race was about a mile and it was through the streets and over a bridge. After the race, there was a party with a DJ. Overall, I had so much fun.

Despite the frigid, arctic temps with wind chills hovering around -30 degrees or maybe less, either…read moreway most everyone came out to participate for the final event that is the Cupid's Undie Run to support the end of Neurofibromatosis (NF) through the Children's Tumor Foundation. Our Yelp team, 'Baby it's Yelp Outside', raised over $7K+ towards this charity and won third place in fundraising for NYC...Whoo Hoo!!! Thanks to all of my supporters and contributors in helping me reach my fundraising goals which added to the teams overall goal, couldn't have done this without you. As it was explained to me, this is one of the few charities that you don't have to worry about where the funds are going as it goes directly to the Children's Tumor Foundation and that in itself makes this particular event even more than worth it. Thanks to our Yelp NYC Crew, Drew, Sierra and Katey for being there. I was genuinely happy to see our Yelp table representing, as you always do. Thanks to all the Yelpers, friends and family that came out despite the extreme cold, very brave of you considering the weather conditions. This year it was clearly stated that you did not have to do the run, which a few people heeded. But that didn't stop some of the barely clad who did the shortened run by the Westside Highway, with car horns blaring, showing love or better yet wondering what the hell is going on with hundreds of people running in their unmentionables...that was a funny sight to see. Also, thanks to Brian N. who made me aware of this charity a few years ago and Alexandra K. who ran our cool team of Yelpers this year by keeping everyone informed and pretty much managing all things necessary for our teams success. Awesome afternoon dance party with underwear wearing fund raisers, what more could you ask for? Oh, I know, temperatures in February slightly above freezing.

If your child is obsessed with cars like ours is, this is a perfect gift. Be sure to purchase the…read morevideo and picture package, it's worth it! We booked for the MetLife Stadium location and drove in from NY. It wasn't busy at all, but waiver forms does take some time. The staff are super informative, helpful and friendly. Velocity Driving, thank you for making this a dream for our son and making him comfortable through the whole drive in his favorite car.

We came on time at 11am on Fathers Day. Booked this month's in advanced. Stood in line for over an…read morehour. Got there and they had my husband's reservation and said thry didnt have mine. They see our Groupon and we paid for 2 people but they wouldnt honor it. Noone is in the office so they couldn't confirm the reservation. Its disorganized amd just a mess. We've been here for 3 hours for a 2 minute experience for my husband. As a business owner, sometimes you just have to do the right thing. That isnt this business. I would never do this again amd sadly its taking away from my husband's Fathers Day experience and 3 hours plus the driving time to get here and back home, 5 hours in all.

Great obstacle course venue,5k fun run with cool festival at the finish linealso best way to run…read morewith the team!

This was a very well organized obstacle race. I had so much fun. They had almost 15 obstacles…read morespread across 4 mile stretch. They were volunteers at each obstacle and it was pretty easy to check in at the race. They provided water , energy drinks. Got a medal and city challenger t shirt for finishing the whole stretch. I would definitely do this next year. Goodtimes!!

Everything went well!!! Amazing and by far exceeded my expectations. I was surprised with an…read moreexperience here. Couldn't be more happy! Check in was easy, lots of merchandise to choose from. I even walked away with a USB containing a video of my experience. A MUST

Only place close to home that I can legally ride my dirtbike. I've been coming here for about three…read moreyears now and it's under new management. They can be tricky regarding waivers and riding when it comes to minors. I know it is a liability but you literally need to get a form notarized before being able to ride. Once inside raceway park it can be tricky to navigate and know where you're going. There are no signs telling you where or what tracks to go to. (there are multiple) Track is always groomed well but it can get very muddy. With all the money this place makes all they have is porter potty's that are gross and hot inside. I really can't complain due to the fact this is the only track close to my home but they can definitely brush up on some loose ends.

What a fantastic inaugural event! Port Jefferson can really throw a party! You could not ask for…read moresuch perfect weather in a picturesque seaside town, plus the water was warm and with plenty of excited energy in the air. The festivities started with the introductions of the local officials, a monk to bless the fleet and the eye dotting ceremony to "awaken the dragon". Each team had their encampments along the shore with their tents, banners and brightly colored uniforms. From then on, the teams were on the water all day for some intense competition, paddling their butts off. The boats out on the water were a fair distance away and were hard to track, but each boat came back to a rousing round of cheers! The festival would not be complete without some great food from vendors serving some tasty Asian dishes. Potstickers, teriyaki chicken bowls & spicy pork skewers were some of the stolen bites I got from my wife. But I was racing, so I couldn't load up on food or I would've chummed the bay. Entertainment was provided all day by local dance & choral groups, and a lion dance demonstration by a martial arts troop. The highlight was Hsu-nami, a erhu band that rocked the stage! We didn't win a medal, but it was an exhausting and exhilarating day! Can't wait for next year.

Gravel walkway not conducive for pushing toddlers in strollers…read more Very few vendors. Performances were ok Couldn't really see races since course design was unclear. Came from Nassau county and I would not come back again. Don't come here unless you live less than 20 mins away otherwise it's a waste of your time.

My Valentines Day review is dedicated to my Valentine!…read more Brooklyn Half Marathon is very very popular. I've been here with my daughter a couple times. I'm a fan of runners and cheer them on every opportunity I can. I'm the Coach, Fan Club, and most importantly the Photographer! I love the medals she receives from each run. Some do tarnish over time. Just like me! A half marathon is quite an accomplishment. There's always fun activity at these events for me to enjoy. If you don't run I still advise you to go and enjoy the vibes. It's free!

Attended the Brooklyn Half Expo to pick up my race day bib and gear along with meeting up with my…read morerunning team. Perfect weather and setting last evening. Great way to spend some time while getting ready to run the half this weekend. Food trucks, drinks, entertainment, and items to purchase for participants under the expo tent.

This was a genuinely cool event for kids. Anyone doing the "adult wave" really oughta be ashamed…read moreof themselves. We ran as a family, my 8 year old thought it was amazing, my 6 year old was not really into it, but is proud of her medal. The distance was perfect for the kids, obstacles were engaging, but not too difficult for the kids, and the kids were excited to be at Belleayre, in the summer time, because it is where they ski. My one real criticism is that there was no festival feel to the event. IMHO, a half an hours worth of stuff to do after the race (dancing, face painting, limbo, whatever) would have really improved the event over all. This one minor complaint aside, Your First Mud Run is definitely worth doing.

From the owner: Your First Mud Run, is a "Mud Run for everyone!" With 10 locations throughout the Northeast you can…read morebring the whole family to the most fun event in the nation for kids as young as five and their parents and siblings. Your First Mud Run is also perfect for anyone who wanted to try an obstacle race or a mud run and is looking for a great entry-level event. We are perfect for "First Timers." This great event is also set up so that any team, business, charity or any organization can raise money through our fundraising platform, and everyone in your group gets to take part and had a ton of fun.

The New York City Marathon is one of the greatest things I've ever experienced, and probably my…read morefavorite part of having lived in the city. I ran it in 2013, 2015, and 2016, and each year felt different while still carrying the same impossible charge. From a runner's perspective, it is not really a personal best course; it is a 26.2 mile victory lap through the five boroughs. The hills, bridges, crowds, quiet stretches, and late-race suffering make it punishing, but they also make it unforgettable. What stays with me most is the sensory swing of the course. The silence on the Queensboro Bridge, broken only by footsteps and breathing, turns into that roaring wall of sound as you come down onto First Avenue. The course demands discipline because it is easy to get carried away in Brooklyn and pay for it later in Central Park. Then comes Marathon Monday, when the city seems to recognize every limping runner in a medal or blue poncho, and for one more day the whole thing feels shared. Highly highly recommended!

Today is the day 11/2/25 where elite athletes from all over the world converge and run together…read more They are here for a cause or just for the challenge and exhilaration of running an amazing event. My daughter is one of these incredible participants! She starts at 11:30 am in Staten Island and we are super psyched to watch her run!! We took crowded subways all over the city to watch her run. It was a crazy day and super fun! The weather was perfect and she ended up doing so well!! I'm extremely proud of her, she also raised a lot of money for her favorite charity.

Have you ever ran through the Lincoln Tunnel? Well I have and guess what you can as well when you…read morejoin the Lincoln Tunnel Challenge next year. This is such a worthwhile event that raises funds for some well-deserving athletes in the Special Olympics. Let me tell you my dear friends this run is not as easy as it sounds. This is a unique 5K through a tunnel that I feel someone has to experience at least once in their lifetime. The last few kilometers really burns because of the incline going back to the New Jersey side. Nevertheless with a huge amount of people participating you always are motivated to keep on going. This event is more fun to run with friends especially if you want to compete with them. At the end of the day it is, as I said for a very good cause, so no matter how you look at it, it truly is a win for everyone involved!