The Ted Corbitt 50K

Updated November 3, 2026

Sunday, January 31, 2027, first start 4:00 AM, in Brooklyn (Prospect Park - Grand Army Plaza entrance). Distances: 50K. Entry from $12 to $50.

Course and race notes

In keeping with the tradition of honoring the life and legacy of the father of American long-distance running, Theodore 'Ted' Corbitt, Black Men Run NYC/The NYC Way will continue to honor Ted Corbitt's birthday with our yearly 50K Tribute Run.

Price includes medals, shirt, and participation option.

In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.

Race details

Date

Sunday, January 31

2027 · in 85 days

Start time

4:00 AM

Earliest wave

Location

Prospect Park - Grand Army Plaza entrance
Brooklyn, NY 11238

Area: Brooklyn, New York City

Course

Road or path

Paved course

Distances

50K

Price

$12 to $50

Plus the platform's processing fee

No price increase published

Registration

Open

Online signup closes Fri Jan 29 (in 83 days)

Opened Oct 30, 2026

Race day in Brooklyn

Weather

40° / 27°F

Typical high and low for January 31, with a 33% chance of rain.

NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Ny Ave V Brooklyn, NY (5.4 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.

Daylight

7:07 AM – 5:10 PM

Sunrise and sunset on Sunday. The 4:00 AM start is 187 minutes before sunrise, so bring a light and something reflective.

Calculated for the race location.

Plan your trip

For the night before, Sat Jan 30

Where to stay

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