Achilles at the TCS NYC Marathon
In 1976, our founder Dick Traum became the first amputee to complete the New York City Marathon. Now, Achilles is known worldwide for bringing the largest field of athletes with disabilities to the TCS NYC Marathon each November. Learn more about Achilles participation in marathon weekend. Find information on volunteering as a guide runner, applying for a bib as an athlete with a disability, and participating as a Team Achilles charity runner.
*Below is the schedule of planned events for 2025. If anything changes as we get closer, you will receive an update.
MARATHON WEEKEND CALENDAR
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TCS New York City Marathon Expo Presented by New Balance at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center (11th Avenue at West 36th Street).
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Achilles Pre-Marathon Celebration, Hard Rock Cafe Times Square
*Invite only for athletes, guides and charity runners. Details will be emailed to eligible participants.
TCS New York City Marathon Expo Presented by New Balance at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center (11th Avenue at West 36th Street).
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Achilles NYC Chapter Shakeout run in Central Park, 9:30 AM
Handcycle equipment loading.
TCS New York City Marathon Expo Presented by New Balance at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center (11th Avenue at West 36th Street).
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Race day! Yell “Go Achilles! “ at our cheer stations at:
94th and 1st Avenue in Manhattan
44th Drive and 21st Street in Long Island City
Frequently Asked Questions
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Guides
Find key information for volunteering as an Achilles guide.
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Athletes with Disabilities
Find key information for registering as an Achilles athlete with a disability (AWD).
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Team Achilles Charity Runners
Find key information for racing to benefit Achilles.
