The Knickerbocker Mile

Saturday, October 11 – Sunday, October 19, 2025 Past event

7:45 AM EDT

Valley Cottage, New York

Free–$32.80 · 3 races

1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting running experience at the inaugural Knickerbocker Mile, taking place on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at the beautiful Rockland Lake State Park in Valley Cottage, Rockland. This event features a flat and fast one-mile course, making it the perfect opportunity for runners of all ages and abilities to chase personal bests. While registration for the in-person and virtual races has closed, participants can still sign up on-site that morning (cash or checks only). Don't miss the chance to join the fun with the free Kids Fun Run at 8:00 AM, followed by a series of heats starting at 8:15 AM for various age groups.

The Knickerbocker Mile isn't just about competition; it's a celebration of community and athleticism, with proceeds supporting the return of the beloved Knickerbocker Ice Festival in 2026. All registrants will receive a long-sleeve race shirt, and prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers in each division, categorized in 10-year increments. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of Rockland County running history—whether you're racing or cheering from the sidelines, it's sure to be a memorable morning filled with excitement and camaraderie

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The Knickerbocker Mile

Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

Saturday, Oct 11, 2025 (8:00 AM EDT)

$32.80

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Virtual Knickerbocker
Virtual

Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

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.

Saturday, Oct 11, 2025 (7:45 AM EDT)

$27.50

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Knickerbocker Kids Fun Run

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.

Saturday, Oct 11, 2025 (7:45 AM EDT)

Free

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Organiser's description

Registration for the In-Person and Virtual Races is closed. You can sign-up onsite on Saturday Morning (Cash or Checks only). The free Kids Fun Run is still open.

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 at 8:00 before the main competition.

8:15 AM - Women's Age Groups 50 to 59, 60 to 69 and 70+

8:40 AM - Men's Age Groups 50 to 59, 60 to 69 and 70+

9:05 AM - Women's Age Groups 30 to 39 and 40 to 49

9:25 AM - Men's Age Groups 30 to 39 and 40 to 49

9:45 AM - Women's Age Groups 10 to 19 and 20 to 29

10:05 AM - Men's Age Groups 10 to 19 and 20 to 29

10:40 AM - Youth 9 and Under and Make Up Heat