NYC Marathon 2025. Guide for drivers — road closures, parking & tips
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November 11, 2025
The TCS New York City Marathon takes over all five boroughs on Sunday, November 2, 2025, attracting tens of thousands of runners and spectators.
If you’re planning to drive in NYC that day, expect major street and bridge closures.
Here’s everything drivers need to know to avoid traffic headaches and find parking.
Key race info
- Start: Staten Island, Fort Wadsworth
- Finish: Central Park, Manhattan
- Date & Time: Sunday, November 2, 2025
- Pro Wheelchair start: 8:00 AM
- Last Wave: 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Even if you’re not attending, roads across all boroughs will be affected for most of the morning and afternoon.
https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/nyc-marathon-2025-route-maps/
Major bridge closures
| Bridge | Closure time | Anticipated reopening |
|---|---|---|
| Verrazzano-Narrows | 7:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
| Queensboro | 7:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
| Willis Avenue | 7:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
| Madison Avenue | 7:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
| Pulaski | 7:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
If you usually cross the Verrazzano-Narrows, consider Bayonne or Goethals Bridge as alternatives.
Street closures by borough
- Staten Island. Streets near Fort Wadsworth closed 5:00 AM–4:00 PM. No parking at start line.
- Brooklyn. BQE sections and side streets closed 7:00 AM–4:00 PM.
- Queens. Pulaski Bridge, First Avenue, and streets near Queensboro Bridge closed.
- The Bronx. Major intersections closed 8:00 AM–3:00 PM.
- Manhattan. Streets around Central Park fully closed. No parking zones start Saturday, Nov 1.
Avoid these areas or plan your route with real-time navigation apps.
Parking tips
- Arrive early — garages fill up quickly on marathon day. Book them in advance via apps like SpotHero.
- Park on the West Side for easy access to Central Park finish and family reunion areas.
Recommended parking garages:
| Garage | Location | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| West 72nd Street Parking | Manhattan | 500 |
| Central Park South Garage | Manhattan | 300 |
| West 67th Street Garage | Manhattan | 450 |
Alternative routes & driving tips
- Plan ahead and check traffic updates before you leave.
- Expect delays and possible detours due to street closures.
- Rent a Drivo car and stay in control — your ride, your schedule, your way through marathon day.
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