The land of sparkling fjords, Jarlsberg cheese, 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.

This year, run for charity! For every registered runner, StatoilHydro will donate $1 to UNICEF and Right To Play's fight against HIV/AIDS in developing countries.

Which Race?

Individuals must choose one event. No matter which race you registered for, your race number will allow you to run either the Norway Run or Grete's Great Gallop, but not both.

Grete’s Great Gallop / Norway Run Courses

Norway Run: 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: 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.

[Course Maps]

Note: Participants in Grete’s Great Gallop must be at least 12 years old.

Number Pickup /Registration

Entrants are required to pick up their numbers, scoring chips, and race souvenirs in advance at NYRR, 9 East 89th Street, on:

• Thursday, October 4, 1:00 -7:00 p.m.
• Friday, October 5, 1:00 -7:00 p.m.

Near the start at the registration tent at the Bandshell in Central Park (just south of the 72nd Street Transverse) on:

• Saturday, October 6, starting at 6:30 a.m.

Contest

All NYRR members are eligible to win a trip for two to Oslo, Norway. Airfare, hotel, and marathon registration fee for the Oslo Marathon included! Enter to win before October 30 by logging on to www.visitnorway.com/us and click the "Are you dreaming about running a marathon in Europe?" link. Fill out the form and enter promo code: OSLORUNNING. Two lucky winners will be notified by November 30.

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.

Post Race

Join us at the Bandshell for awards, raffle drawings, and entertainment including music by Norwegian singer/songwriter Marion Raven. Marion is back in the United States after touring Europe with American artist, Pink.
 
Raffle Prizes:
• SAS - Scandinavian Airlines ticket to Norway, courtesy of Kon-Tiki Travel
• A dinner for two at Smörgås Chef Restaurant. In addition, anyone who shows their race bib and purchases a dinner entreé will receive a free dessert.
• Tickets to 3 different concerts at Carnegie Hall this fall.
• A Napapijri outfit and sports gear.

For Grete’s Great Gallop, awards will be given in all applicable age group categories, and to the top three male and female finishers.

For the Norway Run, awards will be given in all applicable age group categories, and to the top male and female finishers. [Awards breakdown]

Troll Stroll T-Shirt Contest

The 2007 Troll Stroll T-Shirt contest winner is: Elizabeth Warren

Come to the Troll Stroll this Saturday, October 6 to see Elizabeth’s winning design!

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: jasonrice@anthonytravel.com.

Entry Fees

	Members *	Jr/Sr Members *	Non-Members
On or before September 21	$15	$8	$25
September 22 - October 5	$20	$14	$30
Event Day*	$25	$15	$35

No refunds, exchanges, or transfers on entry. No credit cards accepted after number pickup begins. Cash or check only.

* Members: You must bring your NYRR membership card on event day to receive your member discount; otherwise you will be charged the non-member event fee.