# Blessing of the Sneakers

Blessing of the Sneakers at Saint Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church, Saturday 31 October 2026, 17:30.

- Venue: Saint Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church, Park Avenue 990, 10028
- Go to page: https://ignatius.nyc/event/blessing-of-the-sneakers/

A special blessing held during a church Mass on the evening before the New York City Marathon. Saint Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church invites runners and everyone taking part in the Marathon to receive a special blessing at the Mass. It is a chance for participants to gather and be blessed before race day.

## Dates

- Saturday 31 October 17:30 — Saint Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church

Written by a model, sources: [ignatius.nyc](https://ignatius.nyc/event/blessing-of-the-sneakers/)

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