Van Cortlandt Track Club:Cross Country Summer Series
- Date Thu 28th May 2026 - Thu 30th July 2026
- Time 7:00PM EDT
- Location Bronx, New York
- Price Free - $75.20
- Races 10 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
The series promises a family-friendly atmosphere, making it the perfect outing for everyone, including the little ones! This year, the event will reintroduce kids' races, held at 7:10 PM for the last three races of the series. Participants can look forward to awards immediately following each race, with special treats like Lloyd's Famous Carrot Cake for overall winners and Carrot Cake Muffins for age group winners. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy raffles and win exciting swag from sponsors. Sign up is a must, but racing is free! Join us for an unforgettable summer filled with camaraderie, competition, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
If youre looking for a true cross country racing experience, historic Van Cortlandt Park is number one in NYC for a good reason. The classic Tortoise and Hare 5k course will have you punching your way up those hills and flying down the other side. Come have fun in a safe, family friendly atmosphere where youll not only be surrounded by lovely people but many experienced racers as well.
IT WAS SUCH HIT LAST YEAR, WE ARE BRINGING BACK THE KIDS RACES! FOR THE LAST THREE RACES WE WILL HAVE KIDS RACES AT 7:10PM. SIGN UP IS A MUST, BUT RACING IS FREE!
BIB PICKUP AND CHECK IN FOR THE 5K BEGINS 6:00PM ON RACE DAY
IMPORTANT: THE LAST RACE, #6 IS THE WEEK AFTER RACE #5 ON JULY 30, NOT AUGUST 6!
Races take place EVERY OTHER THURSDAY NIGHT from MAY 29RD TO JULY 30TH!
Race start is 7PM
Awards will take place immediately following the race
Raffles for swag from our archives and gifts from our sponsors post awards so stick around & win!
Overall Winners each week will receive a Carrot Cake from Lloyds Famous
Age group winners each week will receive a Carrot Cake Muffin from Lloyds Famous
5k Course Map: https://www.strava.com/routes/18251130
Races
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VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k - #1 the Betty & Lloyd Adams Memorial Race
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Thu 28th May 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
$16.90
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VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#2
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Thu 11th June 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
$16.90
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VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#3
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Thu 25th June 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
$16.90
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VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#4
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Thu 9th July 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
$16.90
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VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#5
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Thu 23rd July 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
$16.90
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VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#6
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Thu 30th July 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
$16.90
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All 6 XC 5k: Entire Series Registration
Incl. $5.20 Fee
Thu 28th May 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
$75.20
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VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#4 Kids Run
Thu 9th July 2026 (7:10PM EDT)
Free
This is a fun kids run for all ages that will happen after the adults come through the finish line the first time. One parent will need to stay with their kid. We will make every kid who signs up is able to run, regardless of age or ability. -
VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#5 Kids Run
Thu 23rd July 2026 (7:10PM EDT)
Free
This is a fun kids run for all ages that will happen after the adults come through the finish line the first time. One parent will need to stay with their kid. We will make every kid who signs up is able to run, regardless of age or ability. -
VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#6 Kids Run
Thu 30th July 2026 (7:10PM EDT)
Free
This is a fun kids run for all ages that will happen after the adults come through the finish line the first time. One parent will need to stay with their kid. We will make every kid who signs up is able to run, regardless of age or ability.
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Tortoise and Hare Statue, Van Cortlandt Park, 6087 Broadway, Bronx, 10471, NY, United States
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