Rising NYRR at the NYRR Van Cortlandt Park Cross Country #1 - Stage 2

Date

September 29, 2024
10:20 AM

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Location

Van Cortlandt Park
Distance

1 Mile
Hashtag

#RisingNYRR #NYRRCrossCountry

Youth
Youth Races – Stage 2
Cross Country
Non-Scored

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Head to the scenic trails of Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx where kids can participate in a fun cross country event! This event is the first in a three-event series introducing youth athletes to the joy of cross country. The Rising NYRR at the NYRR Van Cortlandt Park Cross Country #2 is scheduled for Sunday, October 6, and the Rising NYRR at the NYRR Van Cortlandt Park Cross Country #3 will close out the series on Sunday, November 24.

Registration for this event is FREE and open to participants ages 2 to 18 of all abilities. Every finisher will receive a New Balance fanny pack. Please note that souvenirs are subject to availability.

Stage 2: Register on this page only for participants ages 8 to 18 for an untimed non-competitive 1-mile run.
Stage 3: Visit the Stage 3 page to register participants ages 12 to 18 for a timed and competitive 1.5-mile race.
Stage 1: Visit the Stage 1 page to register participants ages 2 to 11 that are new to running and physical activity, for non-competitive short dashes.

Unsure of the stage that’s right for your child? Read the Stages section below for a full description.

Visit our calendar for a full list of upcoming youth races and events. Follow and use #RisingNYRR in your social posts to share the event-day fun. For more information on the adult race, please visit the NYRR Van Cortlandt Park Cross Country #1 race page.

Why Run with Rising New York Road Runners?

Rising New York Road Runners events are designed to be fun, inclusive, and an opportunity for our youth to see what they are capable of. Registration for all Rising New York Road Runners events is completely free and made possible by the generosity of our community.

Pre-Race

Stages

The chart below is a guide to the stages available. Use the chart to determine the appropriate stage for your child. If you need help determining your child's stage, contact our Runner Services team.

Stage	Ages	Event Type	Register If...
1	2 to 11	Non-competitive Untimed shorter distances Fitness activities	Your child is new to physical activity or running, but likes playing games and being active.
2	8 to 18	Non-competitive Untimed medium distances Fitness activities	Your child likes running, but isn’t ready for a competitive event. Your child likes playing games and being active.
3	12 to 18	Competitive Timed longer distances Fitness activities	Your child is comfortable running a longer distance and racing other kids in a competitive setting.

Accessibility

Rising New York Road Runners strives to host inclusive, sustainable, and accessible events that enable all individuals to engage. We welcome all young participants with disabilities, including but not limited to, participants that use wheelchairs, crutches, walkers, and other mobility devices. To request reasonable accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility for attending this event, please email Arianna Moliere at amoliere@nyrr.org.

Notes on Registration

We’ve updated our website to increase inclusivity and representation in our races. Parents/guardians can register youth runners as girl, boy, or non-binary. Visit our FAQ page for more information on how to update your profile.

Race Number Pickup

Race numbers may be picked up at the NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub at 320 West 57th Street (between Eighth and Ninth avenues) on the following dates: 

Monday, September 16, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. 
Tuesday, September 17, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, September 18, 9:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Thursday, September 19, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Friday, September 20, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 21, 9:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m.  
Sunday, September 22, 9:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 
Monday, September 23, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. 
Tuesday, September 24, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, September 25, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. 
Thursday, September 26, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Friday, September 27, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 28, 9:30 a.m-5:00 p.m.

Parents and guardians of runners are encouraged to pick up race numbers at the NYRR RUNCENTER to avoid race-day lines.

On race day, Stage 2 race number pickup will be available from 8:30 a.m. to 10:20 a.m. at Race-Day Central, located near the Tortoise and Hare statue in Van Cortlandt Park. If you plan to pick up a runner's race number on race day, please arrive at least 60 minutes before the start of their run.

Schedule of Events

Participants should report to the corrals 10 minutes before the start of their run. 

View the table below for a schedule of start times for each stage of the Rising New York Road Runners event. For more information on corral assignments, please review our youth race procedures.

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Start Time	Group	Distance
Activities
9:30 a.m.–10:45 a.m.	All Ages	N/A
Stage 3
10:00 a.m.	Corrals A-D	1.5 Miles
Stage 2
10:20 a.m.	Corrals E-H	1 Mile
Stage 1
10:50 a.m.	Age 2	50 Feet
10:53 a.m.	Ages 3-4	150 Feet
10:57 a.m.	Age 5	300 Feet
11:05 a.m.	Age 6	450 Feet
11:08 a.m.	Age 7	550 Feet
11:12 a.m.	Age 8	650 Feet
11:15 a.m.	Ages 9-11	800 Feet

Race Day

Bag Check

Bag check will be available from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Race-Day Central, located near the Tortoise and Hare statue in Van Cortlandt Park.

Planning to check a bag on race morning? While we will continue to have clear plastic bags available at number pickup, we encourage you to use your own clear reusable plastic bag, no larger than 17" wide x 20" high x 7" deep, with the tag affixed.

NYRR is not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen bags or items from bags checked at NYRR bag check.

Start Location / Map

Click here for the event map which includes the Stage 2 start and finish area.

The 1-mile Stage 2 run will start near the Van Cortlandt House Museum at the southern end of the park, continue along the edge of the flats heading counterclockwise, and finish near the Tortoise and Hare statue.

We strongly recommend checking mta.info before you travel. You can also message the MTA on WhatsApp.

Souvenirs

Finishers will receive a New Balance fanny pack. Please note that souvenirs are subject to availability.

Souvenirs will only be distributed on race day from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Race-Day Central, located near the Tortoise and Hare statue in Van Cortlandt Park. A youth race number must be presented to collect the event souvenir.

Guidelines and Procedures

Code of Conduct
Rules of Competition
Youth Race Procedures

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Cancellation Policy

If NYRR cancels an offering on the direction of local, city, or state authorities, participants will be informed as soon as possible, including communication of participant resolution options. Events will not be rescheduled.

All event information is subject to change.