2025 Abbott Dash to the Finish Line 5K
Sat, Nov 01
|Midtown Manhattan
The marathon spirit in just 3.1 miles. The Abbott Dash to the Finish Line 5K races through Midtown and ends at NYC’s most iconic finish line—without the full 26.2.
Time & Location
Nov 01, 2025, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Midtown Manhattan, Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY, USA
About the event
Event Overview
On Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 8:00 AM, the energy of marathon weekend officially ignites with the Abbott Dash to the Finish Line 5K—a short-distance race packed with city pride and global buzz. Open to everyone, from visiting families to international runners warming up for Sunday’s TCS New York City Marathon, this race offers a rare chance to cross the world-famous Central Park finish line—no 26.2 miles required.
Starting in Midtown Manhattan, the course cuts through the heart of the city before delivering a cinematic finale inside the park. For many, it’s a victory lap. For others, it’s the perfect NYC moment to kick off the biggest weekend in global running.
Event Details
What: Abbott Dash to the Finish Line 5K
Where: Midtown Manhattan to Central Park, NYC