Van Cortlandt Track Club:Cross Country Summer Series

  • Date Thu 29th May 2025 - Thu 7th August 2025
  • Time 7:00PM EDT
  • Location Bronx, New York
  • Price Free - $75.20
  • Races 10 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating summer of running at the Van Cortlandt Track Club's Cross Country Summer Series, taking place from May 29 to August 7, 2025, in the beautiful Bronx, New York! This exciting event features a classic 5K cross country course through the stunning Van Cortlandt Park, renowned for its challenging hills and scenic trails. Runners of all skill levels are invited to join the fun every other Thursday evening at 7 PM, where you'll not only enjoy a competitive atmosphere but also be surrounded by a supportive community of fellow enthusiasts.

New this year, the series will include kids races starting at 7:10 PM for the last three events, making it a fantastic family-friendly outing. Sign up is required for the kids' races, but racing is free, so everyone can participate! Enjoy pre-race activities with bib pickup and check-in beginning at 6 PM on race day. After each race, stick around for awards, exciting raffles, and delicious treats, including a Carrot Cake from Lloydโ€™s Famous for the overall winners and scrumptious Carrot Cake Muffins for age group winners. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to embrace the spirit of summer running in one of NYC's most

Organiser's Description

THE VAN CORTLANDT TRACK CLUB: CROSS COUNTRY 5K SUMMER SERIES

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.

NEW THIS YEAR! 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 BEGINS 6:00PM ON RACE DAY

Races take place EVERY OTHER THURSDAY NIGHT from MAY 29RD TO AUGUST 7TH!

Race start is 7PM

Awards will take place immediately post 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

  • VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k - #1 the Betty & Lloyd Adams Memorial Race

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    Thu 29th May 2025 (7:00PM EDT)

    $16.90

    CLOSED
  • VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#2

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    Thu 12th June 2025 (7:00PM EDT)

    $16.90

    CLOSED
  • VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#3

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    Thu 26th June 2025 (7:00PM EDT)

    $16.90

    CLOSED
  • VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#4

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    Thu 10th July 2025 (7:00PM EDT)

    $16.90

    CLOSED
  • VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#5

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    Thu 24th July 2025 (7:00PM EDT)

    $16.90

  • VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#6

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    Thu 7th August 2025 (7:00PM EDT)

    $16.90

  • All 6 XC 5k: Entire Series Registration

    Incl. $5.20 Fee

    Thu 29th May 2025 (7:00PM EDT)

    $75.20

    CLOSED
  • VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#4 Kids Run

    Thu 10th July 2025 (7:10PM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
    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 24th July 2025 (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 7th August 2025 (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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Location

Tortoise and Hare Statue, Van Cortlandt Park, 6087 Broadway, Bronx, 10471, NY, United States

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