Achilles Hope & Possibility Kids Races with Rising NYRR
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Youth AvailableAchilles Hope & Possibility Kids Races with Rising NYRR - Stage 1Non-Scored Youth - Stage 1 Ages 2 - 11Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 09:45 AMDistance: Kids DashEntry Fees: This is a free event
Celebrate disability inclusion at the Achilles Hope & Possibility Kids Races with Rising New York Road Runners!
Since 1983, Achilles International has been empowering youth, adults, and veterans living with disabilities to participate in adaptive running and endurance sports. This event leads into July's Disability Pride Month and the anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Registration is FREE and open to participants ages 2–11 of all abilities. Participants will receive a New Balance T-shirt (while supplies last).
Visit our calendar for a full list of upcoming youth events. Follow and use #RisingNYRR in your social posts to share the event-day fun. For more information on the adult race, please visit the Achilles Hope & Possibility 4M Presented by TD Bank 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). Please check back for available dates and times.
Parents/guardians of runners are encouraged to pick up race numbers at the NYRR RUNCENTER to avoid event-day lines.
On event day, race number pickup will be available at Race-Day Central. Pickup times are:
- Stage 1: 8:15 a.m.–10:10 a.m.
If you plan to pick up a runner's race number on race day, please arrive at least 60 minutes before the start of their run.
Stage 1: Participants should report to the staging area (starts separated by age group) 10 minutes before the start of their run. Stage 1 dashes will begin on a rolling schedule; see the estimated start times below.
For more information on corral assignments, please review our youth race procedures.
| Start Time | Group | Distance |
| Stage 1 | ||
| 9:45 a.m. | Age 2 (Corral I) | 50 Feet |
| 9:50 a.m. | Age 3 (Corral I) | 150 Feet |
| 9:55 a.m. | Age 4 (Corral I) | 200 Feet |
| 10:00 a.m. | Age 5 (Corral I) | 300 Feet |
| 10:05 a.m. | Age 6 (Corral I) | 350 Feet |
| 10:10 a.m. | Age 7 (Corral I) | 400 Feet |
| 10:15 a.m. | Age 8 (Corral I) | 500 Feet |
| 10:20 a.m. | Ages 9-11 (Corral I) | 550 Feet |
| Play Fest | ||
| 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | All Ages |
Stage 1: Check back closer to event date for a map. Participants will run short dashes of varying distances. See the Schedule of Events section for estimated distances by age group.
We strongly recommend checking mta.info before you travel. You can also message the MTA using the chat feature on the MTA app.
There is no bag check. NYRR is not responsible for bags left unattended.
Participants will receive a New Balance T-shirt. Souvenirs are subject to availability and will only be distributed on event day from 8:15 a.m. to 10:10 a.m. at Race-Day Central. A youth race number is required to collect the souvenir.
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. Events will not be rescheduled.
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