It’s New York’s favorite weekend! Check out this week’s can’t miss all good in the ‘hood MARATHON SUNDAY events!
Marathon Fireworks in Central Park
When: Friday, November 4th at 10:00pm
Where: Central Park’s Cherry Hill
Commence Marathon weekend with FREE fireworks in Central Park's Cherry Hill tonight, sponsored by the New York Road Runners. More Info
NYRR Dash to the Finish Line (5K)
When: Saturday, November 5th at 8:30am
Where: Central Park
Get ready for Marathon Sunday with a little run on Saturday! Run through the streets of Manhattan, and finish at the famed Marathon finish line in Central Park -- without running 26.2 miles! On Marathon Saturday, November 5, 2011, the inaugural NYRR Dash to the Finish Line 5K (3.1 miles) will be open to all runners who want to join in the marathon festivities. More Info
ING NYC Marathon
When: Sunday, November 6th starting at 8:30am
Where: Finish line in Central Park
The marathon itself kicks off at 8:30am from Staten Island. Runners will hit the Upper East Side at Mile 16 after crossing the Queensboro bridge. Don’t forget to sign up to track runners and cheer them on all along First Avenue! More Info
NYC Marathon Sunday Runday Drinking Marathon
When: Sunday, November 6th starting at 10:00am
Where: East End Bar & Grill (1664 First Avenue between 86th & 87th Streets)
Come help cheer on all of 2011 NYC Marathon Participants as they run right past The East End (Mile 17)! All racers will be running up 1st avenue directly in front of the bar. We will also be showing race coverage on the TV's as well as all of the NFL football games at 1 and 4pm. $4 Coors and Miller Lite Pints from 10am-1pm. More Info
Marathon Sunday at Saloon NYC
When: Sunday, November 6th starting at 11:00am
Where: Saloon (1584 Avenue between 83rd & 84th Streets)
The best day all year to be on the Upper East Side! Saloon NYC is right off the marathon route! No cover all day & great drink specials - Make us your home base for Marathon Sunday! More Info
Marathon Sunday at Stir
When: Sunday, November 6th starting at 11:00am
Where: Stir (1363 First Avenue between 73rd & 74th Streets)
Come join Stir for the biggest event on the Upper East Side! Doors open at 11:00am and they will be showing all NFL Games. They will be serving bloody marys, mimosas, beer and mixed cocktails along with a full menu of social plates. More Info