Update: The weather forecast for New Year's Eve calls for a mix of rain and snow. Please be advised that the Emerald Nuts Midnight Run will take place as scheduled. We will update this website if there is any change to this event.

Update: Register in-person for the Emerald Nuts Midnight Run during number pickup at NYRR. See below for hours (including until 10:30 p.m. on New Year's Eve).

Kick off the New Year with a spectacular fireworks and laser light show at the Emerald Nuts Midnight Run. Join the fun and celebrate with a costume parade, dancing, and much more.

Party Location

Dancing and the costume contest will be held at the Central Park Bandshell, just south of the 72nd Street Transverse in Central Park, New York. The closest entrance is at Fifth Avenue and 72nd Street.

Course

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

Details to come. Start on the 72nd Street Transverse heading east. Turn left (north) on East Drive. Continue north to the 102nd Street Transverse. Turn left (west) onto the 102nd St Transverse and turn left (south) onto West Drive. Continue south on West Drive to the 72nd Street Transverse. Turn left (east) onto the 72nd Street Transverse to the finish line near the entrance to Cherry Hill.

Click here to view the 4-Mile course map.
Click here to view the spectator map.

Race Souvenir

All participants will receive a long-sleeve shirt plus a special souvenir. Size satisfaction is subject to availability.

Number Pick-up/Registration

Entrants are required to pick up their numbers and race souvenirs in advance. Materials may be picked up at NYRR, 9 East 89th Street, on:

• Tuesday, December 29, 1:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, December 30, 1:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
• Thursday, December 31, 11:00 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

If checking in on race day, be sure to allow yourself enough time to get from NYRR to the festivities (approximately a mile away). There is no registration or number pickup in Central Park.

Note: Bathrooms, bag storage, and changing facilities will not be available at the NYRR building after 8:00 p.m. on race day. This run is a fun run and results will not be posted online.

Online Training

No matter what your goal or distance, NYRR and Training Peaks can be with you every step of the way as you prepare to go the distance. Sign up now for a training plan from coach Andrew Kastor for the marathon, half-marathon, 10K, or 5K. [More]

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.

Baggage

Complimentary baggage storage will be provided on Center Road, just west of the Bandshell. Please leave valuables at home. New York Road Runners is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Post-Race

Stick around after the race and ring in the New Year with Emerald Nuts.

Emerald Nuts Nuttiest Exercising Experience

Relive your memories and enter the Emerald Nuts Nuttiest Exercising Experience of 2009 contest! In 50 words or less, tell us the nuttiest thing you experienced this year whileexercising and win an Emerald Nuts backpack full of goodies!

Contest rules:

• Submit your Nuttiest Exercising Experience in 2009 to EmeraldNutsNewYear@nyrr.org between Dec. 2 – Dec. 28, 2009. Entries must be in by Dec. 28, 2009 at 11:59 p.m. to be considered
• Entry should creative and/or humorous but should be family friendly
• Entries must be 50 words or less
• Include your full name and a contact phone number with your submission
• The winning Nuttiest Experience in 2009 will be announced at the Emerald Nuts Midnight Run on December 31, 2009 (the winner will be notified 1 to 2 days prior to the race)
• The prize is an Emerald Nuts backpack, including gear and snacks. Winner must be present to claim their prize.  

Emerald Nuttiest Costume Contest

Don a costume and join the parade! The parade will begin at 11:00 p.m. in front of the Central Park Bandshell just south of the 72nd Street Transverse (line up at 10:45 p.m.).

Prizes will be given to the top six nuttiest designs.

Volunteer

If you are interested in volunteering at this race, click here.

Entry Fees

	Members *	Jr/Sr Members *	Non-Members
On or before December 16	$30.00	$30.00	$35.00
December 17-30	$40.00	$35.00	$45.00
Limited event day entries*	$50.00	$40.00	$55.00

No refunds, exchanges, or transfers on entry. No credit cards or personal checks accepted on event day. Cash only.

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

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.