NYRR’s Annual Father’s Day Race Against Prostate Cancer Presented by ABC7 (5M) **
Sunday, June 20 / 5M (co-ed) • 8:30 a.m. / Kids' Races • 10:15 a.m. / Central Park, New York / S, Q, C, $, +(M) [Key]

Update: If you're running the Father's Day race, please be sure to run safely. Read our heat tips for advice on how to stay cool. [Heat Tips]

Update: This race has reached capacity and is now closed.

Join NYRR 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.


Number Pickup/Registration

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

• Thursday, June 17, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Friday, June 18, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Saturday, June 19, 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Be sure to pick-up a Unilever goody bag containing AXE® and Dove® personal care product samples at number pickup/pre-race registration at NYRR on Thursday, Friday and Saturday!

On race day, Sunday, June 20, participants may pick up their numbers, t-shirts, and tags at the registration tent in Central Park from 7:00 to 8:00 a.m. Numbers, t-shirts, and tags will not be available at NYRR. 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 served basis.


Entertainment

The FADES are proud to play NYRR's Annual Father’s Day Race Against Prostate Cancer Presented by ABC7 post-race festival on Sunday, June 20, at 9:00 AM! Not only are The FADES rockers, they're also runners! [Learn More]


Kids' Races

Face Painter Anna Muslimova will be in attendance! Kids's Races start at 10:15 a.m.

NYRR takes the safety of the participants in kids’ races very seriously. Therefore, we have instituted guidelines to ensure a great experience for kids and parents alike. We encourage parents to read these guidelines before the kids' races. [Read the Guidelines]


Race Broadcast

Tune in to ABC7 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]


How to Fundraise

Please join together with ABC7 and NYRR and raise money to support the American Cancer Society to help create a world with less cancer and more birthdays. The American Cancer Society is saving lives by helping people stay well, get well, by finding cures and fighting back. Join the movement for more birthdays!

It's easy! Just go to the 5-Mile Fight Against Prostate Cancer fundraising page on the American Cancer Society's site: http://community.acsevents.org/wabcprostate and begin fundraising now!

By raising money to support the American Cancer Society, you can help create a world with less prostate cancer and more birthdays!


Post-Race

Join us at the post-race festival for free prostate-cancer screenings provided by Hackensack University Medical Center.  Also, stop by the American Cancer Society to find out how you can help or, for prostate-cancer survivors, collect your survivor award and sign in for the prostate-cancer survivor group photo on the awards stage.  There will also be free face-painting for the kids!  

Afterwards stick around for the raffle drawing for the chance to win some amazing prizes (must be present to win):

(4) - Tickets to Hershey Park expires September 26, 2010
(4) - Tickets to La Cage Aux Folles on June 29, 2010
(2) - Tickets to Next to Normal on September 27, 2010
(4) - Tickets to Splish Splash (Long Island’s Waterpark)
(6) - Tickets to Madison Square Garden WNBA New York Liberty vs. Indiana on July 18, 2010
(6) - Tickets to Madison Square Garden WNBA New York Liberty vs. Connecticut on July 27, 2010
(2) - Tickets to Mets vs. Cincinnati Reds on July 5, 2010


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.


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. Go to: Anthony Travel or call (800) 736-6377.

Entry Fees

  Members * Jr/Sr Members * Non-Members
On or before June 5 $18 $10 $33
June 6-19** $23 $15 $37
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.

**All NYRR races are capped. Price and entry is subject to availability.


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Registration

Fax and online registration will close at 11:59 p.m. EST on Tuesday, June 15.

Online Application




Sponsors

The NYRR Father's Day Run (5M) 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 2010 need to be eligible for guaranteed entry to the ING New York City Marathon 2011.
This race is timed using the ChronoTrack d-tag timing system. The timing device will be attached to your race number. You must remove the d-tag from your number and attach it to your shoe prior to the race. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT THE D-TAG IS ATTACHED CORRECTLY. The d-tag is disposable; it will not be collected after the race. All participants in this race must wear the d-tag in order to have their times recorded.

[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.