NYRR's Annual Father's Day Race Against Prostate Cancer - Sunday, June 21 / 5M (co-ed) • 8:30 a.m. / Kids' Races • 10:15 a.m. / Central Park, New York / S, Q, C, $, +(M)

Update: Please note that due to muddy conditions, baggage and the race festival area (including number pickup and post-race activities) has moved from Mineral Springs to Center Road. Please be sure to plan your race morning accordingly.

Watch the race live on ABC-7 and www.7online.com starting at 8:00 a.m. Online coverage includes a web-only live finish line camera!

Update: Registration for NYRR's Annual Father's Day Race Against Prostate Cancer on Sunday, June 21, is now closed. Other 5-mile races in June include the Front Runners New York Lesbian and Gay Pride Run on Saturday, June 27 and the Achilles Hope & Possibility 5M on Sunday, June 28. Registration is open and spots are still available for both. [Front Runners] [Hope & Possibility]

Join ABC-7 and 1050 ESPN in Central Park to honor all dads at this special annual event featuring a co-ed 5-mile race and fun kids’ races.

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. 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 for a course map.

How to Fund-raise

Please join together with ABC-7 and NYRR and raise money to support the American Cancer Society’s programs in cancer research, education, advocacy, and service right in our community!

It’s easy! Either donate through the American Cancer Society when you register online or go to the 5-Mile Fight Against Prostate Cancer fund-raising page on the American Cancer Society’s site and begin fundraising now!

By donating or 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 18, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Friday, June 19, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Saturday, June 20, 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

On race day, Sunday, June 21, participants may pick up their numbers, t-shirts, and chips at the registration tent in Central Park on Center Road 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.

Race Broadcast

Tune in to ABC-7 or www.7online.com at 8:00 a.m. on race day for the live broadcast of NYRR's Annual Father's Day Race Against Prostate Cancer. Online coverage includes a web-only live finish line camera! [7online.com]

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 6 $17 $9 $30
June 7 - 20 $22 $15 $35
Event Day* $25 $20 $40
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 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

This race has reached capacity and it now closed.



Sponsors

The 10th Annual Father's Day Race Against Prostate Cancer Sponsored by ABC-7 and 1050 ESPN 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 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.