The New Yorker 10K and 5K
- Date Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location New York, New York
- Price $63.54 - $74.14
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at The New Yorker 10K and 5K, taking place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, in the heart of New York City! Set against the stunning backdrop of Riverside Park, this event invites runners to experience the seldom-seen Freedom Tunnel while enjoying the park's picturesque views of Manhattan's waterfront and lush greenery. Participants can choose between a thrilling 10K course consisting of two loops or a more accessible 5K loop, both designed to inspire exploration of this historic park, crafted by the renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted.
Runners will benefit from well-placed water stations every 1.5 miles, offering hydration and energy with water, Gatorade, and electrolyte gels. All participants will receive a commemorative technical T-shirt and a die-cast medal, with awards for the top three overall male and female finishers as well as top age group winners. Join us for a celebratory post-race gathering featuring delicious bagels, cream cheese, organic jelly, and peanut butter, making this not just a race but a community event! Mark your calendars and lace up your running shoes for this unforgettable experience in one of New York's most iconic parks!
Runners will benefit from well-placed water stations every 1.5 miles, offering hydration and energy with water, Gatorade, and electrolyte gels. All participants will receive a commemorative technical T-shirt and a die-cast medal, with awards for the top three overall male and female finishers as well as top age group winners. Join us for a celebratory post-race gathering featuring delicious bagels, cream cheese, organic jelly, and peanut butter, making this not just a race but a community event! Mark your calendars and lace up your running shoes for this unforgettable experience in one of New York's most iconic parks!
Organiser's Description
The seldom seen Freedom Tunnel will echo with the sound of your feet as you run over it and through NYC's quintessential Riverside Park. Wedged between the historical Upper West Side neighborhood and the Hudson River this venue is known for its gorgeous views of Manhattans waterfronts, lush greenery and myriad walking and biking paths. Enjoy it all with a course that will leave you wanting to explore more of this 150 year old park designed by America's renowned landscape architect Fredrick La Olmsted.
Location: Riverside Park
The course consists of 1 loop for 5K & 2 loops for the 10K.
Water Stations: There will be water stations about every 1.5 miles along the course. Water, Gatorade, eletrolyte gels provided.
Technical T-shirt: male & female cut
commemorative bib (must register 4 weeks prior) general bib thereafter.
Die Cast Medal with full color ribbon
Awards/Plaques for Top 3 overall Male and Female
Awards/Plaques for Top 3 Age Groups Male and Female 14- 19, 20's, 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, and 70+
Post Race bagels, cream cheese spreads, organic jelly and peanut butter.
Please always check our website: http://www.citytri.com for updates.
Race Day Packet Pick-up: 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.
Bring picture I.D.
You will receive a bib with a timing chip attached to it.
Baggage Check-in: 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m
Your bib will have a tear off tag that you will pin to your personal bag.
You need to show the matching bib to retrieve your bag from secure area.
Race Start: 9 a.m.
Preliminary Results will be posted at around 10:00 a.m.
Awards Ceremony: 10:30 11:30 a.m.
Post Race Celebration! Bagels, fruits and, drinks!
There are no transfers, no credits, no refunds. Race Directors reserve the right to change the date, modify or cancel the race. If this is the case your entry may be transferred to another event.
Location: Riverside Park
The course consists of 1 loop for 5K & 2 loops for the 10K.
Water Stations: There will be water stations about every 1.5 miles along the course. Water, Gatorade, eletrolyte gels provided.
Technical T-shirt: male & female cut
commemorative bib (must register 4 weeks prior) general bib thereafter.
Die Cast Medal with full color ribbon
Awards/Plaques for Top 3 overall Male and Female
Awards/Plaques for Top 3 Age Groups Male and Female 14- 19, 20's, 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, and 70+
Post Race bagels, cream cheese spreads, organic jelly and peanut butter.
Please always check our website: http://www.citytri.com for updates.
Race Day Packet Pick-up: 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.
Bring picture I.D.
You will receive a bib with a timing chip attached to it.
Baggage Check-in: 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m
Your bib will have a tear off tag that you will pin to your personal bag.
You need to show the matching bib to retrieve your bag from secure area.
Race Start: 9 a.m.
Preliminary Results will be posted at around 10:00 a.m.
Awards Ceremony: 10:30 11:30 a.m.
Post Race Celebration! Bagels, fruits and, drinks!
There are no transfers, no credits, no refunds. Race Directors reserve the right to change the date, modify or cancel the race. If this is the case your entry may be transferred to another event.
Races
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10k
Incl. $5.14 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$74.14
OPENS 24 APRRace Day Bib Pick-up: arrive 15 minutes before your start time. Bring picture I.D. You will receive a bib with a timing chip attached to it. The bib must be worn on the front of your torso on top of your shirt or jacket. Not following these instructions results in misreadings. You will receive a split time per loop and final reading in real-time. Baggage Check-in: Limited and on request only! Your bib will have a tear-off tag that you will pin to your personal bag. You need to show the matching bib to retrieve your bag from a secure area. -
5k
Incl. $4.54 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$63.54
OPENS 24 APR
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84TH STREET ENTRANCE NEW YORK, NY, NY 10024, Riverside Park South, New York, 10024, NY, United States
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