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Queens Marathon (Fall)

Queens, NY
Sunday, December 6, 2026


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Course Description
The very slightly rolling Queens Marathon consists of four loops through Flushing Meadows Corona Park. There is only approximately 30 feet between the high and low points of the course.

Both a Spring and Fall Marathon are held.





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Race Information

Race Dates

2026: Sunday, December 6, 2026
2025: Sunday, December 7, 2025

Course Information

Profile: Mostly Flat
Type: Multiple Loops
Surface: Road/Pavement

Boston Qualifier?: Yes
World Marathon Major Qualifier?: No


Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 48°F (8°C)
Average High: 54°F (12°C)
Average Low: 43° F (6°C)


PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 99.67
Course Score: 99.67


Race Size

2025: 306 Finishers
2024: 271 Finishers
2023: 125 Finishers
2022: 102 Finishers
2021: 12 Finishers
2020: No Results

BQ Percentages

2025: 7.8%
2024: 6.3%
2023: 4.8%
2022: 7.8%
2021: 16.7%
2020: N/A


Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No






Queens Marathon (Fall) Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Queens Marathon (Fall) was the 206th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 206th largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2025, 7.8% of Queens Marathon (Fall) finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 6.3% of finishers qualified for Boston.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Queens Marathon (Fall) ranked 186th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and 255th in 2024. In New York, it ranked 10th in 2025 and 12th in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.


The Queens Marathon (Fall) has a Course Score of 99.67, ranking it as the 73rd fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 1st fastest marathon course in New York.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Queens Marathon (Fall) a PR Score of 99.67. The PR Score ranks the Queens Marathon (Fall) as the 54th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 1st best marathon for a PR in New York.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Queens Marathon (Fall) compares with other marathons in the U.S. and New York for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

Queens Marathon (Fall) Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed73rd fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 1st fastest marathon course in New York
Top 16% Nationally#1 of 19 in New York
PR Potential54th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 1st best marathon for a PR in New York
Top 12% Nationally#1 of 19 in New York
Boston Qualifier Rate186th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 10th highest BQ percentage in New York
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 39% Nationally#10 of 24 in New York
Race Size206th largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 10th largest marathon in New York
Based on 2025 results
Top 35% Nationally#10 of 27 in New York

Learn more about PR Scores and Course Scores on the FAQ page.




Elevation Chart

Max Elevation: 29 feet (8m)
Min Elevation: 7 feet (2m)


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