There are still running spots available in the NYRR Fred Lebow Classic. If you wish to sign-up, please come to registration at NYRR, at 9 East 89th Street, during Number Pickup/Registration. See times below.

Please note: To enhance the runner experience, and to better share Central Park with other park users, this race will be capped at 5,000 participants. NYRR will announce when registration has closed. Until that time, registration is available to all runners. [More Info]

New York City Marathon co-founder and NYRR president Fred Lebow changed the world through running before his untimely death from brain cancer in 1994. This 5-miler in Central Park honors Lebow’s enduring legacy and kicks off the 2009 racing season.

Course

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

Start on the East Drive near 99th Street and head North. Turn Left/West onto 102nd Street transverse and continue to the West Drive. Turn Left/South onto West Drive and continue around the southern end of the Park onto the East Drive to the finish on the East Drive at 99th Street.

[Course Map]

Number Pickup/Registration Info

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

· Thursday, January 8, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
· Friday, January 9, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
· Saturday, January 10, 6:30-7:30 a.m.

If picking up on race day, be sure to allow yourself enough time to get from NYRR to the start. On race day, t-shirts (ONLY) will be distributed in Central Park near the start from 6:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. Shirts will not be available after the race. Number pickup/registration will not take place in Central Park.

Post-Race

Awards can be picked up at NYRR offices beginning on Tuesday after noon. Awards will be given in all applicable NYRR age categories. [Awards breakdown]

Participant Photos

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.

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 e-mail: jasonrice@anthonytravel.com.

Entry Fees

	Members *	Jr/Sr Members *	Non-Members
On or before December 26	$15	$8	$25
December 27 - January 9	$20	$14	$30
Event Day*	$25	$15	$35

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.