Date: Friday, July 4th, 2026
Time: Starting at 6:00 AM
Location: Festival Area at Prospect Park

Bib Distribution

You can pick up your bib in the Festival Area on race day beginning at 6:00 AM. Bibs are only available for pick up on race day. You'll need to show your unique bib number to pick up your bib in designated tents (1-99, 100-199, 200-299, etc.).

You must present your registration confirmation email to pick up your packet.

*Race day registration is not available.

Starting Line Location

Center Drive, Prospect Park
Brooklyn, NY 11225

Getting There by Public Transit (MTA)

Prospect Park can be accessed using the following MTA subway and bus services:

• B, Q, or S Trains – Exit at Prospect Park Station (direct access to the park)
• Q Train – Exit at Church Ave, then walk north to Center Drive
• 2 or 3 Trains – Exit at Eastern Parkway–Brooklyn Museum, then enter the park on foot
• Buses B41, B69, B48 – Stop along park perimeter near event access points

View the official MTA subway and bus maps for route planning and service updates.

Parking Options

• Prospect Park Drives: Closed to private vehicles — no event-day parking inside the park
• Neighborhood Street Parking: Very limited and subject to NYC parking regulations
• Paid Parking Garages: Available along Flatbush Ave, Parkside Ave, and Eastern Parkway
• Public Transit or Rideshare: Strongly recommended due to park road closures

Biking: Participants are encouraged to bike to the event when possible. Prospect Park is accessible by bike via nearby streets and shared-use paths.

Race results are available immediately after the race and can be searched by name, bib number, or browsed by age group. All races feature chip timing for accurate results.

2026 Results

Results will be posted here immediately following the race on July 4th, 2026.

Previous Years

The Independence Day Road Race attracts some of the nation's top distance runners competing for prize money in the 4 Mile race.

2026 Elite Field

Elite athlete list TBD.

4 Mile Prize Money

Male and female elite athletes compete for the following prizes:

*All prize amounts are in USD.

Non-monetary awards will be given to the top 3 male and female 1 Mile athletes during the awards ceremony.

Elite Athlete Registration

Are you an elite runner interested in competing? We offer complimentary entry for athletes meeting qualifying standards. Qualifying standards are available in the application form.

The Independence Day Road Race welcomes media coverage and provides full support for journalists, photographers, and content creators covering the event.

Media Credentials

Media credentials are available for working press, photographers, and broadcast media. Credentials provide access to the start/finish area, press tent, and designated course locations.

To request credentials, please email info@independencedayroadrace.com with:

• Full name and media outlet
• Assignment editor contact information
• Type of coverage (photo, video, print, broadcast)
• Proof of assignment or media affiliation

Press Resources

For press resources, please email info@independencedayroadrace.com:

• High-resolution race photos and logos
• Event fact sheet and course information
• Elite athlete bios and race history
• Interview opportunities with race director and top finishers

Have questions about the Independence Day Road Race? We're here to help!

Email: info@independencedayroadrace.com
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST

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