The Knickerbocker Mile
- Date Sat 11th October 2025 - Sun 19th October 2025
- Time 7:45AM EDT
- Location Valley Cottage, New York
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the inaugural Knickerbocker Mile, taking place on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at the picturesque Rockland Lake State Park in Valley Cottage, Rockland. This exciting event features a flat and fast one-mile course, making it an ideal opportunity for runners of all ages and abilities to chase personal bests. Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or a first-time racer, join the community for a morning filled with fun, competition, and connection.
The Knickerbocker Mile is not just about racing; it's also about supporting a great cause, as proceeds will help bring back the beloved Knickerbocker Ice Festival in 2026. Participants will enjoy a long-sleeve race shirt and have the chance to win prizes for the top three finishers in each age division. The race will run in heats, reminiscent of NYRR's Fifth Avenue Mile, between 8:00 and 11:00 AM, with a special Kid's Fun Run happening just before the main event. Don’t miss out on this memorable day of athleticism and community spirit—register now to be a part of Rockland County running history!
The Knickerbocker Mile is not just about racing; it's also about supporting a great cause, as proceeds will help bring back the beloved Knickerbocker Ice Festival in 2026. Participants will enjoy a long-sleeve race shirt and have the chance to win prizes for the top three finishers in each age division. The race will run in heats, reminiscent of NYRR's Fifth Avenue Mile, between 8:00 and 11:00 AM, with a special Kid's Fun Run happening just before the main event. Don’t miss out on this memorable day of athleticism and community spirit—register now to be a part of Rockland County running history!
Organiser's Description
Lace up for the first-ever KNICKERBOCKER MILE, hosted by Rockland Road Runners on October 11 at scenic Rockland Lake State Park! This flat, fast one-mile course is perfect for personal bests. All ages and abilities are welcome. Proceeds support the return of the Knickerbocker Ice Festival in 2026. Be part of Rockland County running history while celebrating community and athleticism. Whether youre racing or cheering, its a morning of fun, competition, and connection. Dont miss this unforgettable eventregister now and take part in something special!
All registrants will receive a long-sleeve race shirt. Prizes will be given for the top three in each division, in 10-year increments.
The race will be run in heats, similar to NYRR's Fifth Avenue Mile, between 8:00 and 11:00 AM. There will be a Kid's Fun Run shortly before the main competition.
All registrants will receive a long-sleeve race shirt. Prizes will be given for the top three in each division, in 10-year increments.
The race will be run in heats, similar to NYRR's Fifth Avenue Mile, between 8:00 and 11:00 AM. There will be a Kid's Fun Run shortly before the main competition.
Races
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The Knickerbocker Mile
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$27.50
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Virtual Knickerbocker
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
$27.50
If you can't make it to the in-person event, you can run the course on a different day, or just run a mile anywhere you want. If you submit your results online, we'll mail you a finisher's shirt. -
Knickerbocker Kids Fun Run
Sat 11th October 2025 (7:45AM EDT)
Free
This is a fun run for kids between the ages of 4 and 12. It's free. No shirts, but everyone gets a finishers medal.
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