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Yesterday — 29 October 2026Main stream

At NYC Marathon, Cowbells Are a Signature Sound. But Why?

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By: Claire Fahy
29 October 2026 at 07:00
Screaming fans and clanging cowbells have become the soundtrack to the New York City Marathon and to sporting events around the world.

© Graham Dickie for The New York Times

Fans at the 2025 New York City Marathon.
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