Saturday, January 9 / Distance: 5M / Time: 8:00 a.m. / Central Park / S, Q, C [Key]
New York City Marathon co-founder and NYRR president Fred Lebow changed the world through running before his untimely death from brain cancer in 1994. This 5-miler in Central Park honors Lebow’s enduring legacy and kicks off the 2010 racing season.
Course
All courses are subject to change. Check back here the day before the race for final confirmation.
Start on the East Drive just North of 99th Street and head North. Turn Left/West onto 102nd Street transverse and continue to the West Drive. Turn Left/South onto West Drive and continue around the southern end of the Park onto the East Drive to the finish on the East Drive near 99th Street.
[Course Map]
Number Pickup/Registration Info
Entrants are required to pick up their numbers, d-tags, and race souvenirs at New York Road Runners (9 East 89th Street) on:
· Thursday, January 7, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
· Friday, January 8, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
· Saturday, January 9, 6:30-7:30 a.m.
If picking up on race day, be sure to allow yourself enough time to get from NYRR to the start. On race day, t-shirts (ONLY) will be distributed in Central Park near the start from 6:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. Shirts will not be available after the race. Number pickup/registration will not take place in Central Park.
Post-Race
Awards can be picked up at NYRR offices beginning on Tuesday after noon. Awards will be given in all applicable NYRR age categories. [Awards breakdown]
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.
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: nyrr@anthonytravel.com.
Entry Fees
| Members * | Jr/Sr Members * | Non-Members | |
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| On or before December 25 | $17 | $9 | $30 |
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| December 26 - January 8** | $22 | $15 | $35 |
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| Event Day** | $25 | $20 | $40 |
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No refunds, exchanges, or transfers on entry. No credit cards accepted after number pickup begins. Cash or check 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.
**All NYRR races are capped. Price and entry are subject to availability.
Application
Online Application
Printable Application [Get plug-in]
Race Scoring
[D-Tag Instructions]
[Scoring and results procedures]
Baggage Facilities
Free baggage facilities will be provided as a convenience. If you are planning to use 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.
Lost and Found
The Lost and Found is located in the volunteer tent on race day. Items can also be turned-in or claimed at NYRR's front desk on the next business day following the race.
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.
