Rising NYRR at the NYRR Mindful 5K
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Youth AvailableRising NYRR at the NYRR Mindful 5K - Stage 1Non-Scored Youth - Stage 1 Ages 2 - 11Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:00 AMDistance: Kids DashEntry Fees: This is a free event
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Youth AvailableRising NYRR at the NYRR Mindful 5K - Stage 2Non-Scored Youth - Stage 2 Ages 8 - 18Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 09:20 AMDistance: 1/2 MileEntry Fees: This is a free event
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Youth AvailableRising NYRR at the NYRR Mindful 5K - Stage 3Scored Youth - Stage 3 Ages 12 - 18Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 09:00 AMDistance: 1 MileEntry Fees: This is a free event
Bring the kids to the Rising NYRR at the NYRR Mindful 5K in Flushing Meadows Corona Park as we kick off Mental Health Awareness Month!
The event is a celebration of running’s profound impact on mental well-being. Learn more about our free resources that can help support kids’ mental well-being here.
Registration is FREE and open to participants ages 2–18 of all abilities. Participants will receive a New Balance hat (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 Mindful 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.
Race 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). Please check back for available dates and times.
Check back closer to event date for details.
For more information on corral assignments, please review our youth race procedures.
Bag check will be available. Check back closer to event 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. Only clear bags may be checked at bag check; we are unable to check opaque bags of any size.
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 hat. Souvenirs are subject to availability and will only be distributed on event day. Check back closer to event date for details.
After the conclusion of the event, official results will be posted 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 race (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. Events will not be rescheduled.
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