Virtual New Balance 5th Avenue Mile

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The Virtual New Balance 5th Avenue Mile Powered by Strava moves the iconic New York City race off 5th Avenue and onto your street. Between September 4 and September 13, anytime and anyplace you wish, lace up your shoes and visualize racing 20 blocks of tree-lined 5th Avenue with thousands of other virtual runners. All registrants will be emailed a printable, personalized bib to wear for their virtual race. Use #NB5thAveMile in your social posts to share your progress and celebrate all those mile-stones.

At this time, all runners should protect their health and safety and that of others by social distancing while running. Please stay up-to-date on the latest news and guidelines from the CDC, WHO, and your local and national authorities. If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact us at help@nyrr.org.

NYRR Virtual 6 Program

While general entry is free, you can also purchase entry for this race to begin or to continue your journey to earning guaranteed, non-complimentary entry to the 2021 NYRR Brooklyn Half as part of the NYRR Virtual 6 program. Read more about the NYRR Virtual 6 program.

TCS New York City Marathon 9+1 Program

NYRR's 9+1 program offers guaranteed, non-complimentary entry to the TCS New York City Marathon.  You can complete the program in 2020 by registering for and completing NYRR in-person and virtual 9+1 qualifying races, selecting 9+1 qualifier credit as a canceled race resolution option, and ensuring that your NYRR membership is active. This virtual race is one of five designated virtual races that is a 9+1 program qualifier. Additionally, the +1 volunteer portion of our program has been waived in 2020, due to limited volunteer opportunities. If you complete your 9+1 program in 2020, you will have the opportunity to select 2021, 2022, or 2023 guaranteed non-complimentary entry during the selection window in 2021. You may not be guaranteed your preferred year due to potential limitations to future field. Please visit our website for full details on the program.

Volvo Special Offer

Our partners at Volvo Cars are excited to share a special offer with NYRR runners. Complete a race within the NYRR Volvo Virtual Racing Powered by Strava series to earn a discount on a purchase or lease of a brand-new Volvo. Visit Volvo Cars Running Club to learn more.

What Is an NYRR Volvo Virtual Race?

A virtual race is a race that can be run at your convenience during a specified period of time. To participate in NYRR Volvo Virtual Racing Powered by Strava, create your free Strava account, sign up for a race, and run or walk the distance of the race on a course you select wherever you are. Visit our FAQ page for additional information.

For more information, including how to complete your virtual race, visit our NYRR Volvo Virtual Racing page.