Achilles Hope & Possibility 1M Family + Health Walk Presented by TD Bank

• The event will operate under Safety Procedures at NYRR Races guidelines.
• This event is not a 9+1 program qualifier.
• We’ve updated our website with a new change to increase inclusivity and representation in our races. Runners can now register as female, male, or non-binary. Visit our FAQ page for more information on how to update your profile.
• If you wish to pay in cash for your race entry, please email help@nyrr.org for assistance. Please include the event name and the email associated with your NYRR account.

Numbers (which include your timing tag) may be picked up at the NYRR RUNCENTER at 320 West 57th Street (between Eighth and Ninth avenues) on the following dates: 

• Saturday, June 18, 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 
• Monday, June 20, 10:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m. 
• Tuesday, June 21, 10:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m. 
• Wednesday, June 22, 10:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m. 
• Thursday, June 23, 10:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m. 
• Friday, June 24, 10:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m. 
• Saturday, June 25, 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

 Runners are encouraged to pick up their bibs at the RUNCENTER to avoid race day lines. 

At number pickup, you will also receive the souvenir for this race – a short sleeve New Balance tech tee.

Please register for a pickup time in advance. You can now reserve your pickup time through the dashboard of your NYRR account. 

On race day, number pickup will be available from 6:45 a.m. –8:30 a.m. at Race-Day Central, which will be located at Naumburg Bandshell in Central Park. If you are planning to pick up your materials on race day, please arrive at least 90 minutes prior to the start of the race.

Please note: All runners must be able to provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 when they register. Read our COVID-19 Vaccine Policy page for more information.

Show your race confirmation email or the QR code from your NYRR account to pick up your race materials. Proxy bib pickup is available for this race, so a friend or family member can pick up your race materials for you. The person will need the QR code for your NYRR account, along with a form of photo identification that corresponds to your NYRR account. 

Bag check will be available at Race-Day Central located near Naumburg Bandshell in Central Park beginning at 6:45 a.m.

It is recommended for all runners to wear a face covering while in the start corral and in the post-finish area. Runners will not be required to wear a face covering on the course.

View the course map.

The walk will start on West Drive near West 67th Street. Walkers will head south down and around onto East Drive. Walkers will head then north on East Drive towards the finish line near East 68th Street.

This event will not be officially timed, and there will be no results published for the 1-mile walk.

If NYRR cancels an offering due to an increase of local COVID-19 cases or on the direction of local, city, or state authorities, participants will be informed as soon as possible, including communication of participant resolution options. Events will not be rescheduled.

At this time, all participants 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.

All walkers must be able to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination in order to participate in the event. For more information, visit our COVID-19 vaccination policy page.