Race to Deliver / Kids Races - Sunday, November 16 / Kids Races: Ages 2-12 years old • 8:30 a.m. / 4M • 10:00 a.m. / S Q

Just as runners benefit from healthy meals, so too do those living with serious illnesses. God’s Love We Deliver (GLWD) is there to provide these meals to the many men, women, and children dealing with illness in and around New York City. Join this year’s Race to Deliver and if you’re interested in helping the cause by raising funds, please visit www.racetodeliver.org. In just four miles, you can touch the lives of thousands.

Courses

All courses are subject to change. Check back here the day before the race for final confirmation.

4M Course
Start on Central Park’s 72nd Street Transverse heading east. Turn left / north on East Drive to the 102nd Street Transverse. Turn left / west across the Transverse and then left / south on the West Drive. Continue south until the 72nd Street Transverse. Turn left / east to the finish line. [Course Map]

Donation

Don't forget to donate to God's Love We Deliver when you register through the online application.

Number Pickup /Registration

Entrants are required to pick up their numbers, scoring chips, and race souvenirs at check-in at the Atrium at Niketown, 6 East 57th Street, on:

• Thursday, November 13, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Friday, November 14, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Saturday, November 15, 11:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

In Central Park (near the Bandshell) on:

• Sunday, November 16, 7:45-9:30 a.m.

Post Race

Join us after the race at the Bandshell for the awards ceremony for the presentation of the top three overall awards. Awards in all applicable NYRR age categories will be distributed. [Awards breakdown]

Kids Races (ages 2-12)

Center Road at 8:30 a.m.
Awards: Each participant will receive a ribbon.
Race Check-In/Registration: Same as above.

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 November 1 $15 $8 $25
November 2-15 $20 $14 $30
Event Day* $25 $15 $35
Kids Races (ages 2-12) $6 $6 $8


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.

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Registration

Fax and online registration will close at 11:59 p.m on Tuesday, November 11. No credit cards will be accepted after this time.

Online Application
Printable Application [Get plug-in]

Sponsors

The Race to Deliver / Kids Races 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 2008 need to be eligible for guaranteed entry to the ING New York City Marathon 2009. The race is timed using the ChampionChip® system. You must complete the race with your chip attached to your shoe or your time will not be recorded. Please follow the instructions in your race packet on attaching the chip to your shoe and then returning the chip following the race. Note that you will be charged $35 if you do not return the chip within 20 days.
[Scoring and results procedures]
[Purchasing a ChampionChip]

Baggage Facilities

Free baggage facilities will be provided as a convenience. If using 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.

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.