NYRR 8000 - SOLD OUT
Saturday, March 14 / NYRR 8000: 8:30 a.m. / Central Park / S, Q, C
Update: The NYRR 8K has reached full race capacity and is now closed. Other NYRR races available in the next month include the City Parks Foundation Run for the Park 4M and the Scotland Run 10K. [Race Calendar]

Run the NYRR 8000. It's 8000 meters (nearly 5 miles) of fun!

Course

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

Start on Central Park’s East Drive at 101st Street and head north. Turn left/west onto the 102nd Street Transverse and left/south onto West Drive. Continue around the park to the finish on East Drive at 99th Street.
Click here for a course map.

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, March 12, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Friday, March 13, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Saturday, March 14, 7:00-8:00 a.m.

On race day, t-shirts (ONLY) will be distributed in Central Park near the start from 7:15 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. Shirts will not be available after the race.

Post- Race

Join us after the race for the awards ceremony. Awards for the NYRR 8000 will be given in all applicable NYRR age categories. [Awards breakdown]

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 February 27 $15 $8 $25
February 28 - March 13 $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.

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Registration

Fax and online registration will close at 11:59 p.m on Tuesday, March 10. No credit cards will be accepted after this time.

Online Application
Printable Application [Get plug-in]

Race Scoring

This is a scored race that counts toward the nine races NYRR members as of January 2009 need to be eligible for guaranteed entry to the ING New York City Marathon 2010. 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]

Baggage Facilities

Free baggage facilities will be provided as a convenience. If you are planning to use 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.