The 2009 New York City Marathon takes place on Sunday, November 1, and runs from the Varrazano Bridge to Central Park. Whether you plan to booze, brunch, cheer or sneer from the sidelines, with our guide you’ll have the inside scoop on the best spots to watch the runners at all points along the race.

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Official site will provide as many details as you need from course information to facts about the big race.