Saturday, October 2 / Norway Run: 1.7M • 8:15 a.m. / Grete’s Great Gallop: 13.1M • 9:00 a.m. / Troll Stroll: ages 2-12 • 10:30 a.m. / S, Q, C (+M/W Grete's Great Gallop Only) [Key] [Print This Page]
The land of sparkling fjords, salmon, nine-time New York City Marathon champion Grete Waitz, and all things Norwegian is celebrated on this delightful day! The events include running, walking, Norwegian food, and entertainment.
Runners: Please be aware that only Grete's Great Gallop is a Club Points race.
Which Race?
Individuals must choose one race; either the Norway Run or Grete's Great Gallop. When registering, please be sure that you select the specific race you want to run.
Grete's Great Gallop / Norway Run / Troll Stroll Courses
All courses are subject to change. Check back here the day before the race for final confirmation.
Norway Run 1.7M - 8:15 am Start on Central Park's West Drive by Tavern on the Green and head north. Turn right / east on 72nd Transverse, turn right / south on East Drive and continue around the lower end of the park to the finish on West Drive by Tavern on the Green.
Grete's Great Gallop 13.1M – 9:00 am Start on Central Park's East Drive at 70th Street and head south. Complete two clockwise loops of the park. After the second lap, continue around the lower end of the park to the finish on West Drive by Tavern on the Green.
Troll Stroll
Distance is determined by age group. All kids run south on Center Road.
Number Pickup /Registration
Entrants are required to pick up their numbers, scoring tags, and race souvenirs in advance at NYRR (9 East 89th Street) on:
• Thursday, September 30, 1:00 -7:00 p.m.
• Friday, October 1, 1:00 -7:00 p.m.
Near the start in the registration tent on Saturday, October 2:
• Norway Run, 6:45 - 7:45 a.m.
• Grete's Great Gallop, 7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
• Troll Stroll, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Kids' Races
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]
Norwegian Festival T-shirt Contest for Kids
New for 2010 - the winning design will be featured on all race and Troll Stroll participant t-shirts. Send designs to NYRR for consideration. Submissions should:
- Relate to Norwegian seafood
- Be from a child ages 2-12 years old
- Include the artist's name, phone number, and age
- Be mailed by September 3, 2010, to:
Sean Corbett
Norwegian Festival T-Shirt Contest
NYRR
9 East 89th Street
New York, NY 10128
Visit Norway Sweepstakes 2010
Win a trip for two to Norway— and run the Stavanger Marathon on Norway's beautiful West Coast in August 2011! Enter to win from August 16 to October 15. Click here for more details.
Win Dinner for Two at Aquavit in NYC!
Guess the total race time (in seconds) of the first place male and female finishers of Grete’s Great Gallop, and you will be entered for a chance to win dinner for two at Aquavit , an award-winning restaurant in Midtown Manhattan serving Scandinavian cuisine. Runners can enter their guesses up until the race start time of 9 a.m. here, and two winners will be selected after the race by a random drawing amongst the runners who guessed the winners’ times correctly.
Post Race & Awards
Join us after the race for awards, raffle drawings, and featured performances.
For the Norway Run, awards will be given to the top male and female finishers overall.
For Grete's Great Gallop awards will be presented to the top three male and female overall finishers. [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. 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 are with you every step of the way. 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 e-mail: nyrr@anthonytravel.com.
Entry Fees
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| On or before September 17 | $18 | $10 | $33 |
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| September 18 - October 1 | $23 | $15 | $37 |
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| Event Day** | $25 | $20 | $40 |
| Troll Stroll | $6 in advance | $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 membership 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 Norwegian Festival Grete's Great Gallop / Norway Run / Troll Stroll is made possible by the support of our sponsors.
Norway - Powered by Nature
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.
