Run Against Breast Cancer NEW YORK CITY

Saturday, December 2 – Sunday, December 3, 2023 Past event
11:00 AM EST
New York
$38.10–$48.70 · 4 races
5km, 10km

Event summary

Join the fight against breast cancer at the exhilarating Run Against Breast Cancer in the vibrant Bronx, New York City, taking place on December 2nd and 3rd, 2023! This uplifting event offers participants the chance to choose from three exciting race distances: a 5K, 10K, or a challenging 21K half marathon. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking to walk for a cause, all ages and paces are welcome to join this spirited community event.

Every step you take not only brings you closer to your personal fitness goals but also supports a greater mission, as a portion of the proceeds and 100% of fundraising efforts will benefit the American Cancer Society, the nation’s oldest and largest cancer organization. Participants will receive a premium running shirt, a finisher's medal, and a commemorative pin or ribbon to cherish. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this special occasion that unites runners in the fight against breast cancer while enjoying a supportive and friendly environment. Sign up soon—waves fill up fast, and if you're unable to join in person, a virtual run option is also available!

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Races

  • 5k Registration

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & Shirt Packet

    Saturday, Dec 2, 2023 (11:00 AM EST)

    $38.10

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  • 10k Registration

    Incl. $3.34 Fee & Shirt Packet

    Saturday, Dec 2, 2023 (11:00 AM EST)

    $42.34

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  • 13.1 Registration

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & Shirt Packet

    Saturday, Dec 2, 2023 (11:00 AM EST)

    $48.70

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  • Virtual Registration (5k/10k/13.1)

    Virtual

    Incl. $3.22 Fee & Shirt Packet

    Saturday, Dec 2, 2023 (11:00 AM EST)

    $40.22

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Organiser's description

STAND TOGETHER AGAINST CANCER BY TAKING PART IN A 5K, 10K, OR 21K HALF MARATHON. AFTER THE RUN, GET A SPECIAL COMMEMORATIVE PIN OR RIBBON TO KEEP!
A PORTION OF RUN PROCEEDS + 100% OF THE FUNDRAISING WILL GO TO AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY, THE OLDEST AND LARGEST CANCER ORGANIZATION IN THE UNITED STATES.

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! (JUST LET US KNOW)

WHAT YOU GET (SWAG BAG):

- PREMIUM RUNNING SHIRT

- 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)

-RACE BIBS ARE PROVIDED ON RACE DAY

WHEN WILL I GET MY SWAG?

YOU WILL GET YOUR SHIRT AT YOUR 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 AND YOU CAN SIGN-UP TO HAVE ONE OF OUR COACHES TEXT YOU AND CHEER YOU ON BEFORE YOUR RUN!

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 & CORPORATE CHALLENGE:

IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BECOME A SPONSOR, WE'D LOVE TO HELP PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS!
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IF YOU'RE A COMPANY LOOKING TO PUT ON A FUN RUN FOR YOUR EMPLOYEES, CHECK OUT OUR CORPORATE CHALLENGE PAGE:

HTTPS://WWW.THEBESTRACES.COM/CORPORATECHALLENGE/

INSPIRING NEWSLETTER FOR FITNESS:
SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE NEWSLETTER TO INSPIRE YOU TO STAY FIT
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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!

WE PARTNER WITH NON-PROFITS WHO WORK WITH AT RISK YOUTH, ORPHANS, AND THOSE MARGINALIZED TO GIVE THEM A MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE.

Location

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

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