Bed to 5k Run NYC

Saturday, December 23, 2023 Past event
11:00 AM EST
New York
$38.10–$42.34 · 4 races
1km, 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Bed to 5K Run NYC on Saturday, December 23, 2023! This exciting event takes place in the vibrant Bronx, New York, and is designed specifically for beginner runners. Whether you are new to the world of running or just need that extra nudge to get out there, this event is perfect for you!

With race distances focused on achieving your first 5K, participants can choose from various wave times starting at 7:30 AM. This small, intimate gathering welcomes all paces and ages (under 18 with a guardian) to run or walk, making it a supportive environment for everyone. Plus, enjoy perks like a premium running shirt, a finisher's medal, and access to a virtual community of runners. Don't miss your chance to take that first step toward your fitness goals in a fun and encouraging setting! Secure your spot now, as waves fill up quickly, and let's make this December 23rd a day to remember!

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Races

  • 5k Registration

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & Packet with Shirt

    11:00 AM EST

    $38.10

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  • 1 Mile Registration

    Incl. $3.22 Fee & Packet with Shirt

    11:00 AM EST

    $40.22

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  • 1k Registration

    Incl. $3.34 Fee & Packet with Shirt

    11:00 AM EST

    $42.34

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  • Virtual Run Registration

    Virtual

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt, Medal, Virtual Packet

    11:00 AM EST

    $38.10

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Organiser's description

OUR BED TO 5K RUN IS FOR THE BEGINNER RUNNERS. MAYBE YOU'VE NEVER DONE A 5K OR MAYBE YOU JUST NEED AN EXTRA PUSH TO GET OUT OF BED AND DO A 5K! IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO START AND ALL IT TAKES IS TAKING THAT FIRST STEP!

OVERVIEW:
RUN WILL SELL-OUT QUICK! WE WILL CLOSE OFF WAVES THE MOMENT THEY FILL UP. IF WAVES ARE SOLD OUT, YOU CAN SIGN-UP FOR THE VIRTUAL RUN OPTION OR WAIT LIST.

THIS SMALL, PRIVATE GROUP RUN IS CAPPED AT JUST 15-20 PARTICIPANTS PER WAVE.

ALL PACES AND AGES (UNDER 18 WITH GUARDIAN) ARE WELCOME - RUN OR WALK!

THERE'S NO EQUIPMENT OR SETUP, THIS IS JUST A PURE RUN WITH OUR COORDINATORS TO SUPPORT YOU!

TIMING:

THIS IS A STRESS FREE RUN TO SUPPORT YOU IN ACHIEVING YOUR GOALS!

- NO TIMING CHIPS.

- TIMING (OPTIONAL): OUR COORDINATORS CAN HELP YOU KEEP YOUR TIME USING BIB NUMBERS GIVEN OUT ON RACE DAY! PLEASE TELL OUR COORDINATOR ON RACE DAY AND THEY WILL WALK YOU THROUGH AN EASY PROCESS OF NOTING YOUR START AND STOP TIME, TO REPORT YOUR FINAL RESULTS!

WHAT YOU GET (SWAG BAG):

- PREMIUM RUNNING SHIRT (SHIPPED TO THE ADDRESS YOU REGISTER WITH - US ONLY)

- FINISHER'S MEDAL! (EMAIL US AFTER THE RUN)

- ACCESS TO VIRTUAL COMMUNITY OF RUNNERS

PACKET PICKUP:

NO HASSLE OF PICKING UP PACKETS REQUIRED!

-SWAG SHIPPED DIRECT TO YOUR ADDRESS (PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU PROVIDE YOUR FULL, CORRECT US MAILING ADDRESS INCLUDING APARTMENT NUMBER AND CHECK SPELLING)

- RACE BIBS ARE PROVIDED ON RACE DAY

WHEN WILL I GET MY SWAG?

YOU WILL GET YOUR SHIRT AT YOUR MAILING ADDRESS THE WEEK OF YOUR RACE.

RACE UPDATES:

WE WILL EMAIL YOU A FINAL UPDATE THE WEDNESDAY BEFORE THE RACE WITH FINAL DETAILS AND COURSE MAPS.

DO YOU ACCEPT LAST MINUTE REGISTRATIONS? (FOR THOSE SIGNING UP 2 WEEKS BEFORE THE RACE)

YES, BUT PLEASE NOTE THAT IT TAKES TIME FOR US TO SHIP YOUR SHIRT. YOUR SHIRT WILL LIKELY ARRIVE AFTER THE RUN. YOU CAN WEAR ANY SHIRT YOU FIND APPROPRIATE TO RUN THE RACE!

WAVE TIMES: (EMAIL US YOUR DESIRED WAVE TIME: [email protected])
(WAVES FILLED ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS)
WAVE A: 7:30AM
WAVE B: 8:30AM
WAVE C: 9:00AM

*LATE RUNNERS CAN RUN UPON ARRIVAL (PLEASE NOTE OUR COORDINATORS STAY UNTIL 3 HOURS AFTER THE FIRST WAVE)

VIRTUAL RUN OPTION:
- OUR VIRTUAL RUN UNIQUELY OFFERS THE SUPPORT OF A COACH THAT YOU CAN TEXT ANYTIME. YOU CAN SIGN-UP TO HAVE ONE OF OUR COACHES TEXT YOU AND CHEER YOU ON BEFORE YOUR RUN!

VIRTUAL RUNS CAN BE DONE ANY TIME AND PLACE OF YOUR CHOOSING USING ANY TRACKING DEVICE (OPTIONAL). AFTER YOU FINISH, YOU CAN SUBMIT YOUR RESULTS TO [email protected] TO RECEIVE YOUR MEDAL!

RACE BUNDLE:

SIGN-UP FOR MORE RACES AND GET A DISCOUNT! WE'LL SEND YOU YOUR SHIRTS FOR EACH RACE TOGETHER. IF YOU COMPLETE 3 OF OUR RUNS, WE'LL SEND YOU A CUSTOM RUNNER'S TROPHY!

SPONSORSHIPS & PROMOTING YOUR BUSINESS:

IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BECOME A SPONSOR, WE'D LOVE TO HELP PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS!
HTTPS://WWW.THEBESTRACES.COM/EVENTS https://www.thebestraces.com/events



TEAM GLO VOLUNTEERS:

IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN HELPING PUT ON RUNS FOR THE COMMUNITY AND HELPING PEOPLE ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS, WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM OF VOLUNTEERS, FILL OUT THE FORM HERE: HTTPS://WWW.THEBESTRACES.COM/VOLUNTEER-FORM/ https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form



WE WANT TO DONATE! AROUND THE WORLD RUN:

WHEN YOU REGISTER TO RUN, WE WILL GIFT A REGISTRATION FOR SOMEONE ELSE TO RUN WHO MAY NOT BE ABLE TO PAY FOR REGISTRATION THEMSELVES. THEY WILL ALSO RECEIVE COOL RUNNING SWAG!

Location

Hudson River Trails, New York City, 10001, NY, United States

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