PPTC Cherry Tree 10 Miler and Relay
- Date Sun 15th February 2026
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Brooklyn, New York
- Price $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting winter running tradition at the PPTC Cherry Tree 10 Miler and Relay, taking place on Sunday, February 15, 2026, in beautiful Brooklyn, Kings! This year marks the 31st edition of this iconic race, which has become a staple of the Presidents' Day weekend running calendar since 1996. Participants can challenge themselves with a solo 10-mile race, consisting of three scenic loops around Prospect Park, or join in the fun by forming a relay team of three, with each member running a 3.33-mile loop.
All entrants will receive a stylish ear-warmer headband, perfect for keeping warm during the winter chill. Race day will feature fantastic amenities including baggage check and delicious post-race refreshments like hot chocolate, bagels, and fruit. With cash prizes for the top finishers in Male, Female, and Non-binary categories, along with awards for top age group finishers and relay teams, there's plenty of motivation to run your best! Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a newcomer to the sport, the Cherry Tree 10 Miler and Relay welcomes runners of all abilities. Don't miss out on this thrilling mid-winter race—register now and join the fun in Prospect
All entrants will receive a stylish ear-warmer headband, perfect for keeping warm during the winter chill. Race day will feature fantastic amenities including baggage check and delicious post-race refreshments like hot chocolate, bagels, and fruit. With cash prizes for the top finishers in Male, Female, and Non-binary categories, along with awards for top age group finishers and relay teams, there's plenty of motivation to run your best! Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a newcomer to the sport, the Cherry Tree 10 Miler and Relay welcomes runners of all abilities. Don't miss out on this thrilling mid-winter race—register now and join the fun in Prospect
Organiser's Description
IT'S TIME TO REGISTER FOR THE 31ST EDITION OF THE PPTC CHERRY TREE 10 MILER AND RELAY, OUR SIGNATURE MID-WINTER RACE! FROM 1996 TO TODAY, OUR 10 MILE RACE AND RELAY HAS BEEN A FIXTURE ON THE PRESIDENTS' DAY WEEKEND RUNNING CALENDAR.
* Run 10 miles on your own - 3 full loops of Prospect Park, or form a relay team of 3 runners, with each runner completing one 3.33-mile loop.
* All entrants receive an ear-warmer headband as a race souvenir. In the interest of environmental protection and waste reduction, you can opt out from receiving the souvenir item.
* Race day amenities include baggage check and post-race refreshments including hot chocolate, bagels and fruit.
* 10-Mile Awards: Cash prizes of $100, $50 and $25 to the top 3 overall finishers in the Male, Female and Non-binary categories. Awards go to top 3 Male, Female, and Non-binary age group finishers: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over. Cash prize winners are ineligible for age group awards.
* Relay Awards: Awards go to each member of the first team in the following categories: All Male, All Female, All Non-binary, Mixed (any combination of Male/Female/Non-binary), Youth (all members age 18 and younger), Masters (all members age 40 and over).
COURSE RESTRICTIONS AND TIME LIMIT: IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY, STROLLERS AND PETS ARE PROHIBITED FROM THE COURSE. RUNNERS HAVE UP TO 2.5 HOURS TO COMPLETE THE 10 MILES - THIS IS A PACE OF 15 MINUTES PER MILE. SCORING MATS WILL REMAIN IN PLACE UNTIL 12:30 PM.
CHERRY TREE RACE DAY WEATHER IS EXTREMELY VARIABLE: OVER THE YEARS WE'VE EXPERIENCED WARM SUNNY DAYS, TEMPERATURES WELL BELOW FREEZING, POURING RAIN AND LIGHT SNOW. ANY DECISION TO MODIFY OR CANCEL THE EVENT DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS THAT COULD ADVERSELY IMPACT ROADWAY SAFETY WILL BE ANNOUNCED NO LATER THAN THE MORNING OF THE RACE. MESSAGES WILL BE POSTED THROUGH EMAIL, PPTC SOCIAL MEDIA, AND ON THIS WEBSITE. DUE TO OUR COSTS INCURRED PRIOR TO THE RACE, PPTC WILL NOT BE ABLE TO OFFER ENTRY FEE REFUNDS IF THE EVENT IS CANCELLED DUE TO THE WEATHER.
THE 2026 CHERRY TREE 10 MILER AND 3-PERSON RELAY EVENT IS SANCTIONED BY USA TRACK & FIELD. SANCTION ID #155340.
THE CHERRY TREE 10-MILE COURSE IS CERTIFIED BY USA TRACK & FIELD. COURSE CERTIFICATE #NY23042DNB.
PROSPECT PARK TRACK CLUB WELCOMES ATHLETES OF ALL ABILITIES. IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR RACE ACCOMMODATIONS, PLEASE EMAIL US [email protected].
REGISTRATION DEADLINES AND PRICING
INDIVIDUAL 10 MILE ENTRY DEADLINE: Saturday, February 14 at 11:59 pm. There is no Race Day registration on February 15.
RELAY TEAM ENTRY DEADLINE: Thursday, February 12 at 11:59 pm. We need time to prepare your race packets prior to bib pickup.
IN-PERSON REGISTRATION: There is NO in-person paper registration at pre-race bib pickup. Instead, you must register online through Saturday, February 14, and then come to the bib pickup location TBD during the scheduled hours. THERE IS NO IN-PERSON REGISTRATION ON RACE DAY.
ENTRY FEES (PER RUNNER): Current Early Bird pricing is $35 and will start to increase in December. NOTE FOR RELAY TEAMS: EACH TEAM MEMBER MUST PAY AN INDIVIDUAL ENTRY FEE.
Registrations can be transferred between the 10-Mile and Relay events prior to Thursday Feb 12th. Please email us at [email protected] to make the arrangements.
PPTC DOES NOT OFFER REFUNDS OR DEFERRALS ON ENTRY FEES. NO BIB TRANSFERS FOR 10-MILE ENTRIES.
RELAY TEAMS
Use the 3 Person 10 Mile Relay option to register. ALL 3 RELAY TEAM MEMBERS MUST REGISTER AND PAY AN INDIVIDUAL ENTRY FEE. Team members do not need to register at the same time, however multiple entries can be submitted together. The first person to register creates the team, and the remaining members sign up at their convenience. To create or find your team, click on "RELAY TEAMS" at the top of this page. The entry fee charged to each team member is based on the price in effect at the time of the person's registration. Relay teams of 2 people are OK, too - one runner will need to complete two of the three loops for the team to be scored. All questions or concerns regarding relay team member registration should be sent via email to [email protected].
BIB PICKUP DATES AND TIMES
Pre-race bib pickup will occur at a location that will be announced shortly.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13: from 4 pm to 7 pm
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14: from 1 pm to 4 pm
RACE DAY, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15: Bib pickup is located next to the Duck Island Cafe & Bar at the Lefrak Center at Lakeside [https://www.prospectpark.org/visit-the-park/places-to-go/lefrak-center-lakeside/]from 8:15 am to 9:45 am.
Note: Relay Team bibs are distributed in one packet. One person can pick up for the entire team.
_Banner Photo is from the 2025 Cherry Tree. Photo credit: Samuel M. Trimble @samuelmtrimble on Instagram_
* Run 10 miles on your own - 3 full loops of Prospect Park, or form a relay team of 3 runners, with each runner completing one 3.33-mile loop.
* All entrants receive an ear-warmer headband as a race souvenir. In the interest of environmental protection and waste reduction, you can opt out from receiving the souvenir item.
* Race day amenities include baggage check and post-race refreshments including hot chocolate, bagels and fruit.
* 10-Mile Awards: Cash prizes of $100, $50 and $25 to the top 3 overall finishers in the Male, Female and Non-binary categories. Awards go to top 3 Male, Female, and Non-binary age group finishers: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over. Cash prize winners are ineligible for age group awards.
* Relay Awards: Awards go to each member of the first team in the following categories: All Male, All Female, All Non-binary, Mixed (any combination of Male/Female/Non-binary), Youth (all members age 18 and younger), Masters (all members age 40 and over).
COURSE RESTRICTIONS AND TIME LIMIT: IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY, STROLLERS AND PETS ARE PROHIBITED FROM THE COURSE. RUNNERS HAVE UP TO 2.5 HOURS TO COMPLETE THE 10 MILES - THIS IS A PACE OF 15 MINUTES PER MILE. SCORING MATS WILL REMAIN IN PLACE UNTIL 12:30 PM.
CHERRY TREE RACE DAY WEATHER IS EXTREMELY VARIABLE: OVER THE YEARS WE'VE EXPERIENCED WARM SUNNY DAYS, TEMPERATURES WELL BELOW FREEZING, POURING RAIN AND LIGHT SNOW. ANY DECISION TO MODIFY OR CANCEL THE EVENT DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS THAT COULD ADVERSELY IMPACT ROADWAY SAFETY WILL BE ANNOUNCED NO LATER THAN THE MORNING OF THE RACE. MESSAGES WILL BE POSTED THROUGH EMAIL, PPTC SOCIAL MEDIA, AND ON THIS WEBSITE. DUE TO OUR COSTS INCURRED PRIOR TO THE RACE, PPTC WILL NOT BE ABLE TO OFFER ENTRY FEE REFUNDS IF THE EVENT IS CANCELLED DUE TO THE WEATHER.
THE 2026 CHERRY TREE 10 MILER AND 3-PERSON RELAY EVENT IS SANCTIONED BY USA TRACK & FIELD. SANCTION ID #155340.
THE CHERRY TREE 10-MILE COURSE IS CERTIFIED BY USA TRACK & FIELD. COURSE CERTIFICATE #NY23042DNB.
PROSPECT PARK TRACK CLUB WELCOMES ATHLETES OF ALL ABILITIES. IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR RACE ACCOMMODATIONS, PLEASE EMAIL US [email protected].
REGISTRATION DEADLINES AND PRICING
INDIVIDUAL 10 MILE ENTRY DEADLINE: Saturday, February 14 at 11:59 pm. There is no Race Day registration on February 15.
RELAY TEAM ENTRY DEADLINE: Thursday, February 12 at 11:59 pm. We need time to prepare your race packets prior to bib pickup.
IN-PERSON REGISTRATION: There is NO in-person paper registration at pre-race bib pickup. Instead, you must register online through Saturday, February 14, and then come to the bib pickup location TBD during the scheduled hours. THERE IS NO IN-PERSON REGISTRATION ON RACE DAY.
ENTRY FEES (PER RUNNER): Current Early Bird pricing is $35 and will start to increase in December. NOTE FOR RELAY TEAMS: EACH TEAM MEMBER MUST PAY AN INDIVIDUAL ENTRY FEE.
Registrations can be transferred between the 10-Mile and Relay events prior to Thursday Feb 12th. Please email us at [email protected] to make the arrangements.
PPTC DOES NOT OFFER REFUNDS OR DEFERRALS ON ENTRY FEES. NO BIB TRANSFERS FOR 10-MILE ENTRIES.
RELAY TEAMS
Use the 3 Person 10 Mile Relay option to register. ALL 3 RELAY TEAM MEMBERS MUST REGISTER AND PAY AN INDIVIDUAL ENTRY FEE. Team members do not need to register at the same time, however multiple entries can be submitted together. The first person to register creates the team, and the remaining members sign up at their convenience. To create or find your team, click on "RELAY TEAMS" at the top of this page. The entry fee charged to each team member is based on the price in effect at the time of the person's registration. Relay teams of 2 people are OK, too - one runner will need to complete two of the three loops for the team to be scored. All questions or concerns regarding relay team member registration should be sent via email to [email protected].
BIB PICKUP DATES AND TIMES
Pre-race bib pickup will occur at a location that will be announced shortly.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13: from 4 pm to 7 pm
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14: from 1 pm to 4 pm
RACE DAY, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15: Bib pickup is located next to the Duck Island Cafe & Bar at the Lefrak Center at Lakeside [https://www.prospectpark.org/visit-the-park/places-to-go/lefrak-center-lakeside/]from 8:15 am to 9:45 am.
Note: Relay Team bibs are distributed in one packet. One person can pick up for the entire team.
_Banner Photo is from the 2025 Cherry Tree. Photo credit: Samuel M. Trimble @samuelmtrimble on Instagram_
Races
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Individual 10 Miler
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Winter Headband
Sun 15th February 2026 (10:00AM EST)
$38.10
The 10 Mile Course consists of three 3.33 miles loops of Prospect Park. -
3 Person 10 Mile Relay
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Winter Headband
Sun 15th February 2026 (10:00AM EST)
$38.10
Each relay team member will complete one 3.33 mile loop of Prospect Park. All team members must register and pay an individual entry fee.
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