NYRR Presents Running Week

We have something to celebrate at New York Road Runners!

NYRR Presents Running Week, June 1-7, kicks it all off with events and happenings that frame the 50th anniversary of our founding on June 4, 1958. The celebratory mood will continue through the 40th running of the ING New York City Marathon on November 1, 2009.

Make plans now to join us for Running Week. The schedule features three races (including our NYRR Anniversary Run—with no entry fee!), interactive programs our expert coaching and medical teams in Central Park, and a brand-new initiative for all New Yorkers to build a greener future by running or walking to work. Jump in, take part, and celebrate with us. See below for the latest Running Week schedule.

Sunday, June 1 - Japan Day @ Central Park

Running Week kicks off with Japan Run, a road race that highlights our ties to runners around the world. In its second year, the 4-mile Japan Run and accompanying kids races are part of Japan Day @ Central Park, a festival that celebrates traditional and contemporary Japanese culture with activities, music, children’s games, and more. Please note that the run has a limit of 3,000 participants and is sold out. [Race Info]

Monday, June 2 - Honoring Our Legends

Some of the greatest runners of all time have made history on the streets of NYC in New York Road Runners events. On this day we host a special media event to honor these extraordinary men and women. Check newspapers, broadcasts, and online media throughout the week to read more about how running legends have played an integral part in shaping NYRR’s first 50 years and continue to run with us into the future.

Tuesday, June 3 - ING New York City Marathon Lottery Drawing

A longtime NYRR tradition, the ceremonial selection of the first lucky runners selected in the ING New York City Marathon lottery drawing kicks off the five-month build-up to the big race, taking place this year on Sunday, November 2. Please note that the results of the lottery drawing will be available by Thursday, June 5. In addition, running legends and select industry leaders will join Bob Greifeld, the CEO of NASDAQ, for the Closing Bell on Wall Street.

Wednesday, June 4 - NYRR Anniversary Run 5M (Central Park)

We began as a club for all runners, and in that spirit we’ve scheduled a 5-mile road race open to all—free of charge—to celebrate our founding on June 4, 1958. The race is capped at 5,000 participants; it will be scored and it counts toward the nine races that NYRR members as of January 2008 need as part of their eligibility requirements for guaranteed entry to the ING New York City Marathon 2009. [Race Info]

Thursday, June 5 - Learn from the Experts ( East Drive at 90th St.)

NYRR is committed to educating the local community on running as a sport and lifelong fitness activity. Throughout the year, we offer races, classes, and other learning events to runners of all ages, levels, and abilities. On this day, we set up shop in Central Park—the training ground for thousands of NYC runners each week—with our expert coaches and medical team to offer free tips and tools including gait analysis, training programs, and advice on running routes throughout the city.

Friday, June 6 - New York Runs to Work

Reduce your carbon footprint by using your feet as transportation to work, school—wherever you need to go! NYRR staff and volunteers plan to station themselves on or near bridges and other entry points into Manhattan to create a sense of camaraderie for our fellow running-commuters, and to offer tips and techniques for making your commute on the run a part of your daily routine.

Saturday, June 7 - NYRR New York Mini 10K (Central Park)

The original women-only road race, the “Mini” continues the tradition of celebrating all that is good about women’s running. In the 37th running, a professional field of the world’s fleetest female distance stars will lead thousands of women on a 10K course through Central Park. The race started in 1972 with just 78 participants and has been on the NYRR calendar ever since. [Race Info]