Rising NYRR at the NYRR Washington Heights Salsa, Blues, and Shamrocks 5K
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Coming SoonRising NYRR at the NYRR Washington Heights Salsa, Blues, and Shamrocks 5K - Stage 1Non-Scored Youth - Stage 1 Ages 2 - 11Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 10:15 AMDistance: Kids DashEntry Fees: This is a free event
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Coming SoonRising NYRR at the NYRR Washington Heights Salsa, Blues, and Shamrocks 5K - Stage 2Non-Scored Youth - Stage 2 Ages 8 - 18Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 08:20 AMDistance: 1/2 MileEntry Fees: This is a free event
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Coming SoonRising NYRR at the NYRR Washington Heights Salsa, Blues, and Shamrocks 5K - Stage 3Scored Youth - Stage 3 Ages 12 - 18Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 08:00 AMDistance: 1 MileEntry Fees: This is a free event
Get kids moving with a spirited run through the bustling streets Uptown!
This Rising NYRR event's start times are likely to change. Registered participants will receive an update in early November 2025.
Right in the heart of Washington Heights, kids can soak in the neighborhood’s vibrant culture and lively streets as they dash along this special Uptown course.
Registration is FREE and open to participants ages 2-18 of all abilities. Participants will receive a New Balance souvenir (while supplies last).
Check out our calendar for a full list of upcoming youth events, and don’t forget to follow and use #RisingNYRR to share your event-day fun! For details on the adult race, visit the NYRR Washington Heights Salsa, Blues, and Shamrocks 5K race page.
All event information is subject to change.
The chart below is a guide to the stages available. Use the chart to determine the appropriate stage for your child. If you need help determining your child's stage, contact our Runner Services team.
| Stage | Ages | Event Type | Register If |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 to 11 |
Non-competitive Untimed shorter distances Fitness activities |
Your child is new to physical activity or running, but likes playing games and being active. |
| 2 | 8 to 18 |
Non-competitive Untimed medium distances Fitness activities |
Your child likes running, but isn’t ready for a competitive event. Your child likes playing games and being active. |
| 3 | 12 to 18 |
Competitive Timed longer distances Fitness activities |
Your child is comfortable running a longer distance and racing other kids in a competitive setting. |
Rising New York Road Runners strives to host inclusive, sustainable, and accessible events that enable all individuals to engage. We welcome all young participants with disabilities, including but not limited to, participants that use wheelchairs, crutches, walkers, and other mobility devices. To request reasonable accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility for attending this event, please email Arianna Moliere at amoliere@nyrr.org.
We’ve updated our website to increase inclusivity and representation in our races. Parents/guardians can register youth runners as girl, boy, or nonbinary. Visit our FAQ page for more information on how to update your profile.
Numbers may be picked up at the NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub at 320 West 57th Street (between Eighth and Ninth Avenues) in advance of the event. Check back in for the dates and times available.
Check back closer to the race date for details.
Stage 1: Check back in for the event map. Participants will run short dashes of varying distances. See the Schedule of Events section for estimated distances by age group.
Stage 2: Check back in for the event map. Participants will run an out-and-back loop on Fort Washington Avenue, starting between W. 172nd and W. 173rd Streets, turning around just below W. 178th Street, and finishing just below W. 173rd Street.
Stage 3: Check back in for the event map. Participants will run an out-and-back loop on Fort Washington Avenue, starting between W. 172nd and W. 173rd Streets, turning around just below W. 183rd Street, and finishing just below W. 173rd Street.
We strongly recommend checking mta.info before you travel. You can also message the MTA on WhatsApp.
Check back closer to race date for details.
While we will continue to have clear plastic bags available at registration, we encourage you to use your own clear reusable plastic bag, no larger than 17" wide x 20" high x 7" deep.
NYRR is not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen bags or items from bags checked at NYRR bag check.
Participants will receive a New Balance souvenir (while supplies last).
Check back closer to the race date for more details.
Official results will be posted after the race on results.nyrr.org.
Awards will be presented on race day to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place Stage 3 finishers in the girl, boy, and nonbinary categories. Awards will only be distributed at the race finish.
In case of an emergency during the event (including in the start or finish area), call 866-705-6626.
If NYRR cancels an offering on the direction of local, city, or state authorities, parents/guardians will be informed as soon as possible. Canceled events will not be rescheduled.
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