Sunday, May 9 / 4M - 8:00 a.m., 1.3M Health Walk - 9:00 a.m., Kids' Races - 9:40 a.m. / Central Park / S, Q (4M Run Only) , C, $ [Key]
Update: Registration for the R Baby Mother's Day Run/Walk opens at NIKETOWN on Thursday at 1:00 p.m. See Friday and Saturday hours below.
Update: Number pickup for this race is at Niketown (6 East 57th Street).
Start Mother’s Day in Central Park running or walking to help the R Baby Foundation raise awareness of infant mortality and the critical need to improve emergency medical care for all infants.
Course
All courses are subject to change. Check back here the day before the race for final confirmation.
4 Miler (Co-Ed): Start on Central Park’s East Drive near 68th Street. Head north on East Drive and continue to the 102nd street transverse. Turn left/west across the transverse and then left/south onto West Drive. Continue south to the 72nd Street Transverse, turning left/east to the finish.
Health Walk: Start on Central Park's East Drive near 68th Street. Head south on East Drive and continue around lower loop of park. Turn right/east onto the 72nd St. Transverse to the finish line.
Kids Races: Center Road (various distances depending on age)
Note: Please be considerate of other park users. Share the road by staying in the innermost recreation lane. [Rules]
Number Pickup /Registration
Entrants are required to pick up their numbers, scoring tags, and race souvenirs at the atrium at Niketown (6 East 57th Street) on:
• Thursday, May 6, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Friday, May 7, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Saturday, May 8, 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
On race day, Sunday, May 9, entrants may pick up their materials in Central Park at the following times:
4-Mile: 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. (Registration and number pickup will close at 7:30 a.m.; absolutely no exceptions.)
1.3-Mile Health Walk: 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.
Kids' Races: 8:15 to 9:15 a.m.
R Mothers Program
New this year! Nominate and celebrate a special mother in your life with the ultimate Mother's Day gift. Visit www.rbabyrunwalk.org to learn more about the R Mothers awards.
Donations and Pledges
Your registration fee covers administrative expenses for the race. Raise funds and donate to help save babies lives by visiting www.rbabyrunwalk.org. Funds raised will benefit life-saving support programs in hospitals in your neighborhood.
Make A Difference This Mother’s Day
- Join us to help save babies’ lives while enjoying a fun-filled Mother’s Day in Central Park.
- Sign up to participate in the race, walk, or kids’ run at www.rbabyrunwalk.org.
- Invite others to join you or start a team at your company.
- Download a team kit at www.rbabyrunwalk.org.
- Join our “virtual walk” if you cannot attend by creating a personalized fundraising webpage at www.rbabyrunwalk.org.
- Double your dollars through a matching gift program at work. Ask your human resources department for details.
- Celebrate Mother’s Day with activities, races, music, and more, while making a difference for babies everywhere!
- Check out rbabyfoundation.org for more fundraising tips.
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.
Post Race
Stick around after the R Baby's Mother's Day Run for exciting post-run festival activities.
Online Training
No matter what your goal or distance, NYRR and Training Peaks can be with you every step of the way as you prepare to go the distance. Sign up now for a training plan from coach Andrew Kastor for the marathon, half-marathon, 10K, or 5K. [More]
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 nyrr@anthonytravel.com.
Entry Fees
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| On or before April 24 | $18 | $10 | $33 |
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| April 25 - May 8 | $23 | $15 | $37 |
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| Event Day** | $25 | $20 | $40 |
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| Kids' Races | $6 in advance or $8 on race day | ||
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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.
**All NYRR races are capped. Price and entry is subject to availability.
Registration
Online Application
Printable Application [Get plug-in]
Sponsors
The R Baby Mother’s Day Run is made possible by the support of our Sponsors.
Race Scoring
[D-Tag Instructions]
[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.
Lost and Found
The Lost and Found is located in the volunteer tent on race day. Items can also be turned-in or claimed at NYRR's front desk on the next business day following the race.
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.
