Sloth Run 5k/10k/13.1 NYC

Saturday, October 7, 2023 Past event
7:30 AM EDT
New York
$38.10–$45.52 · 4 races
5km, 10km, Marathon

Event summary

Get ready for a unique and heartwarming experience at the Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 in the Bronx, New York, on Saturday, October 7, 2023! This delightful event is perfect for sloth enthusiasts and runners of all levels, offering a choice of distances to accommodate everyone. Whether you choose to run or walk, you’ll be part of a small, friendly group capped at just 15 participants per wave, ensuring an enjoyable atmosphere for all.

After completing your race, celebrate your achievement by picking up a special sloth charm and a premium running shirt, along with a finisher’s medal sent directly to your home. Plus, a portion of the net proceeds, along with 100% of optional fundraising efforts, will benefit the Sloth Conservation Foundation—so you can feel good about supporting a great cause while enjoying the outdoors! With wave times starting at 7:30 AM, 8:30 AM, and 9:00 AM, don't miss your chance to join this stress-free, community-focused event. Sign up today and be part of a fun day that celebrates fitness, friendship, and our furry friends!

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Races

  • 5k Registration

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & Shirt

    7:30 AM EDT

    $38.10

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  • 10k Registration

    Incl. $3.22 Fee & T-Shirt

    7:30 AM EDT

    $40.22

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  • 13.1 Half-Marathon Registration

    Incl. $3.52 Fee & Shirt

    7:30 AM EDT

    $45.52

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  • Virtual Run 5k/10k/13.1 Registration

    Virtual

    Incl. $3.34 Fee & T-Shirt

    7:30 AM EDT

    $42.34

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Organiser's description

SLOTHS WILL GET THERE! JOIN US WHERE SLOTH LOVERS WILL GATHER TOGETHER AND RUN. AFTER YOUR RUN, YOU CAN PICK UP A SPECIAL SLOTH CHARM FROM OUR COORDINATORS TO COMMEMORATE YOUR RUN!

A PORTION OF NET PROCEEDS + 100% OF FUNDRAISING WILL GO TO THE SLOTH CONSERVATION FOUNDATION. (FUNDRAISING IS OPTIONAL).

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 AND WAIT LIST.

THIS SMALL, PRIVATE GROUP RUN IS CAPPED AT JUST 15 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.

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 COARSE 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)

SPONSORSHIPS & CORPORATE CHALLENGE:

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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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