adidas Run for the Parks 4M/Kids Races
Sunday, April 20 / 4M: 9:00 a.m., Kids Races: 8:00 a.m. / Central Park, New York / S, Q

IMPORTANT UPDATE: To ease congestion and provide a safe and enjoyable race-day experience for all participants, NYRR will be instituting seeded corrals at all its races beginning with the adidas Run for the Parks. For more information about what this means for you, click here.

Please note that numbers, scoring chips, and t-shirts must be picked up at the adidas Sport Performance Store (610 Broadway, corner of Broadway and Houston).

Course

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

Start on East Drive near 68th Street.  Run North on East Drive.  Turn West/Left at 102nd Street Transverse.  At the end of the Transverse, turn South/Left onto the West Drive.  Continue on the West Drive to the 72nd Street Transverse, turn East/Left onto the transverse.  Stay on the 72nd Street Transverse to the finish.

Printable Map [PDF]

Number Pickup /Registration

Numbers, scoring chips, t-shirts, and a special shopping offer may be picked up at the adidas Sport Performance Store (610 Broadway, corner of Broadway and Houston) on:

• Thursday, April 17, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Friday, April 18, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Saturday, April 19, 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

On race day, Sunday, April 20, pickup/registration will be from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. (4-Mile Race) and from 7:00-7:50 a.m. (Kids Races) at the registration tent by the Central Park Bandshell (mid-park, just south of the 72nd Street Transverse). Numbers will not be available at the adidas Sport Performance Store or NYRR on race day.

Please note that kids races registration and number pickup will close at 7:50 a.m. on race morning. No children’s bibs will be issued after that time. Kids races will start promptly at 8:00 a.m.

adidas Discount

adidas Run for the Parks participants will receive an adidas coupon in their race packets for a 15% discount (up to $200) valid through Sunday, April 27, at the adidas Sport Performance Store.

Awards

Join us after the race for the awards ceremony, a post-race party, and a chance to win great raffle prizes! Awards will be given in all NYRR running categories. [Awards Breakdown] In addition, the top three overall male and female finishers will receive adidas gift certificates (first place: $500, second place: $250, third place: $100).

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. Call (800) 736-6377 or email jasonrice@anthonytravel.com.

Entry Fees

  Members * Jr/Sr Members * Non-Members
On or before April 5 $15 $8 $25
April 6-19 $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 11:59 p.m on Tuesday, April 15. No credit cards will be accepted after this time.

Online Application
Printable Application [Get plug-in]

Sponsors

adidas Run for the Parks 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 2008 need to be eligible for guaranteed entry to the ING New York City Marathon 2009. 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 / Babyjoggers are not permitted on the race course.