WABC Father's Day Fight Against Prostate Cancer (5M)/Kids Races - Sunday, June 17 / 5M • 8:30 a.m. / Kids Races • 10:15 a.m. / Central Park, New York / S Q + (M) $

Join WABC-TV and 77 WABC in Central Park to honor all dads at this truly special annual event featuring a co-ed 5-mile race and fun kids races. Participants can help raise money and awareness in the fight against prostate cancer by forming a fund-raising team. Awards and special recognition will be given to prostate cancer survivors.

Course

All courses are subject to change. Check back here the day before the race for final confirmation.

Start on Central Park's West Drive at 69th Street, north of Tavern on the Green. Head north to the 102nd Street Transverse. Turn right/east across the transverse, then right/south onto East Drive. Continue around the lower end of the park to the finish on West Drive adjacent to Tavern on the Green.

Click here to view the 5-mile map.

How to Fundraise

Please join together with WABC and NYRR and raise money to support the American Cancer Society’s programs in cancer research, education, advocacy, and service right in our community! And, this year you will be rewarded for your fundraising. Starting with donations of $100 you can receive WABC merchandise, tickets to Regis & Kelly and even the opportunity to name a water stop along the course.

It’s easy! Just go to the 5-Mile Fight Against Prostate Cancer fundraising page on the American Cancer Society’s site and begin fundraising now!

By raising money to support the American Cancer Society, you can help make Prostate Cancer a thing of the past!

Number Pickup/Registration

Entrants are required to pick up their numbers, scoring chips, and race souvenirs at New York Road Runners (9 East 89th Street) on:

• Thursday, June 14, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Friday, June 15, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Saturday, June 16, 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

On race day, Sunday, June 17, participants may pick up their numbers, t-shirts, and chips at the registration tent in Central Park across from Tavern on the Green (near West 67th Street) from 7:00 to 8:00 a.m. Numbers, t-shirts, and chips will not be available at New York Road Runners. Registration for the kids races will be open from 8:15 to 9:45 a.m.

Please note that the quantity of race souvenirs is limited and will be distributed on a first come, first serve.

Post-Race

Please join us after the race for the awards ceremony. Awards will be given in all NYRR age categories, and cash prizes will be awarded to the top male NYRR members. Stay for the raffle drawing with some amazing prizes (must be present to win). [Awards breakdown]

Participant Photography

brightroom will be photographing all race participants. Make sure your race number is clearly visible on the front of your shirt so you can be easily identified. Please click here to register with brightroom to be informed when your photos are ready.

Volunteer

If you are interested in volunteering at this race, click here.

Travel

Book flights, hotels, car services, and more through the Official Travel Partner of NYRR, Anthony Travel. You get convenience, guaranteed rooms, and great rates - from a travel agency who understands the priorities of runners. Go to: Anthony Travel or call (800) 736-6377.

Entry Fees

  Members * Jr/Sr Members * Non-Members
On or before June 3 $15 $8 $25
June 4 - 16 $20 $14 $30
Event Day* $25 $15 $35
Kids Races (Ages 2-12) $6 in advance $8 on race day  

No refunds, exchanges, or transfers on entry. No credit cards accepted after number pickup begins. Cash or check only.

* Members: You must bring your NYRR membership card on event day to receive your member discount; otherwise you will be charged the non-member event fee.

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Registration

Fax and online registration will close at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 12. No credit cards will be accepted after this time.

Online Application
Printable Application [Get plug-in]

Sponsors

The WABC Father's Day Fight Against Prostate Cancer 5M is made possible by the support of our sponsors.

Race Scoring

This is a scored race that counts toward the nine races NYRR members as of January 2007 need to be eligible for guaranteed entry to the ING New York City Marathon 2008. The race is timed using the ChampionChip® system. You must complete the race with your chip attached to your shoe or your time will not be recorded. Please follow the instructions in your race packet on attaching the chip to your shoe and then returning the chip following the race. Note that you will be charged $35 if you do not return the chip within 20 days.
[Scoring and results procedures]
[Purchasing a ChampionChip]

Baggage Facilities

Free baggage facilities will be provided as a convenience. If using this baggage service, bring an inexpensive bag and leave your valuables at home. New York Road Runners is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Rules of Competition

All NYRR races are organized and directed under USA Track & Field rules and regulations. Entrants must also comply with City of New York, Parks & Recreation and NYRR rules. Failure to do so may result in offenders being disqualified and possibly banned from NYRR events, including the ING New York City Marathon. [Click here for rules.]

Babystrollers are not permitted on the race course.