Rising New York Road Runners Virtual Events
NYRR's free and fun youth events are available online through Rising New York Road Runners Virtual Races and Virtual Challenges.
Virtual Races
Kids can run these virtual races anywhere and anytime during the virtual race period. Print out a customizable bib number for your kids to wear during their virtual race, and then congratulate them with a printable finisher certificate after they complete their race!
Virtual Rising New York Road Runners Global Running Day Kids Run
Get excited and get moving with kids and families across the globe this Global Running Day. The first Wednesday of June is a worldwide celebration of running that encourages people of all ages and abilities to get out and move. It doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner or expert runner, this special day is about inspiring each other to lead a more active lifestyle. Pledge today and run or walk 1 mile anytime between June 1 and June 30.
Virtual Challenges
Virtual Challenges are designed for kids of all ages, and kids can participate alone or together as a class, family, or team. Each challenge can be done on demand anytime throughout the year, and each challenge features engaging games and activities led by Olympic and Paralympic athletes.
Rising New York Road Runners AniMoves at the Zoo Virtual Challenge
Take your kids on a virtual trip to the zoo! The AniMoves at the Zoo Virtual Challenge is an exploration of movements performed by popular zoo animals designed to keep your kids physically and mentally strong.
Virtual Times Square Youth Run Guided Run with Daniel Romanchuk
Join Paralympian and TCS New York City Marathon Champion Daniel Romanchuk on a guided 5K run through the crossroads of the world in the first-ever Virtual Times Square Youth Run at the United Airlines NYC Half. The 2019 United Airlines NYC Half champion provides helpful tips for every runner, and an inside look into the sport of wheelchair racing.
Rising New York Road Runners Coast to Coast Virtual Challenge
Join Rising New York Road Runners from across the U.S. in a quest from east to west, west to east, or any direction you choose! This virtual cross-country trip is packed with fun activities for kids of all ages and abilities to enjoy. Kids can participate in 52 activities (one for each state, plus Washington DC and Puerto Rico), while using the printable Road Map to track their progress.
Virtual Rising New York Road Runners Invitational Guided Run with Beverly Ramos
Each year, the first runners to cross the finish line of the TCS New York City Marathon are the finishers of the Rising New York Road Runners Invitational, and now you can participate in this iconic marathon tradition anywhere, anytime! Join two-time Puerto Rican Olympian Beverly Ramos on a guided 1.5-mile run as she provides helpful tips to help you reach the iconic finish line.
Virtual New Balance 5th Avenue Mile Guided Run with Jenny Simpson
Join Olympic medalist Jenny Simpson on a guided one-mile run as she participates in the Virtual New Balance 5th Avenue Mile. Jenny has won the 5th Avenue Mile a record eight times, and this event allows you to hear tips on pace, form, breathing, and positive thinking directly from her.