Presented by the Achilles Track Club, this event brings together athletes with disabilities and able-bodied athletes in a celebration of running. Cash prizes, raffles, free t-shirts and shoes for kids, and more give promise of a great day in the park.
Please note that this race is not a marathon qualifier.
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 67th Street, near of Tavern on the Green. Head South on West Drive and continue around the southern end of the Park. Continue North on East Drive, turn West/Left onto the 102nd Street Transverse, then South/Left onto West Drive to finish at 69th Street.
Click here to view the 5-mile map.
Number Pickup/Registration
Entrants may pick up their numbers, scoring chips, and race souvenirs at New York Road Runners (9 East 89th Street) on:
• Thursday, June 19, 3:00 - 7:00 p.m.
• Friday, June 20, 3:00 - 7:00 p.m.
• Saturday, June 21, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
On race day, Sunday, June 22, entrants may pick up their materials in Central Park at the registration tent on Center Road, near West Drive and 67th Street, from 7:00 to 8:00 a.m.
Post-Race
Please join us for music, fun, and disability awareness activities. Award ceremony and raffle begin about 11:00 a.m. $6,000 in prize money will be awarded to the top male and female finishers in the following categories: open, visually impaired, above-knee amputatee, below-knee amputee, ambulatory disabled, pushrim, and handcrank wheelchair. At least seven participants need to finish in any category for prize money to be awarded. Final confirmation of top winners will be made by NYRR and ATC. See http://www.achillestrackclub.org for eligibility rules and for the prize money breakdown.
Raffle Prizes and Free Running Shoes
First 1,000 children to sign up AND participate in the Kids Against Obesity Fun Run will receive a FREE pair of running shoes. Plus terrific raffle prizes for adults and children, including a Nordic Track Treadmill!
Volunteer
If you are interested in volunteering at this race, click here.
Entry Fees
| Members * | Jr/Sr Members * | Non-Members | |
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| On or before June 7 | $15 | $8 | $25 |
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| June 8 - 21 | $20 | $14 | $30 |
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| Event Day* | $25 | $15 | $35 |
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No refunds, exchanges, or transfers on entry. No credit cards accepted after number pickup begins. Cash or check only.
* Members: You must provide your NYRR member number on event day to receive your member discount; otherwise you will be charged the non-member event fee.
Application
Online Application
Printable Application [Get plug-in]
Race Scoring
[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 and Achilles Track Club are 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.]
