Virtual NYRR Global Running Day 5K
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AvailableFree Tier: Virtual NYRR Global Running Day 5KSaturday, May 30, 2026 at 12:01 AM to Sunday, June 7, 2026Distance: 5KEntry Fees: This is a free event
Global Running Day is a worldwide celebration of running that encourages everyone to get moving. It doesn't matter how fast you run or how far you go. The important thing is that you get out, have fun being active, and inspire others to join you! We encourage you to share where and why you love to run with #GlobalRunningDay.
Join thousands of people around the world that share your passion for the sport with this free 5K virtual race. Run the Virtual NYRR Global Running Day 5K anywhere, anytime between May 30 and June 7.
Race results will be available on the NYRR Results site and in your NYRR dashboard by Thursday, June 11.
Join the NYRR Virtual Racing Facebook group for daily inspiration from the virtual racing community year-round. Get racing tips and support from both beginners and experienced runners from around the world.
If you have any other questions, please reach out to us at virtualracing@nyrr.org.
NEW: Upgrade from the Free Tier to the Premium Tier
Runners can now upgrade from the Free Tier to the Premium Tier and earn a Virtual 6 credit through their user dashboard at any time between now and the end of the event. Here are the steps:
- Sign into your dashboard.
- Go to Your Events, and view the virtual race registration you wish to upgrade.
- Under Registration Options, select Switch Categories.
- Select the Premium Tier and pay the registration fee. You may not downgrade once you have registered for the Premium Tier, all entry fees are non-refundable.
Runners must complete the full 5-kilometer distance in a single run activity during one calendar day and upload the activity to Strava. Please note: Your activity must be a GPS upload. Manual uploads, treadmill runs, and activities where friends have “tagged” you are not supported and will not be counted toward your result.
Runners who previously had or currently have a Strava subscription cannot redeem a 30-day trial. Runners cannot redeem a Strava subscription trial more than once on their account. Learn more on Strava’s website.
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 2027 RBC Brooklyn Half as part of the NYRR Virtual 6 program. Read more about the NYRR Virtual 6 program here.
NYRR’s 2026 9+1 Program offers members guaranteed, non-complimentary entry to the 2027 TCS New York City Marathon. You can complete the program in 2026 by registering for and completing NYRR in-person and virtual 9+1 qualifying races, volunteering at one +1 qualifying event and ensuring that your NYRR membership is active as of December 31, 2026.
This virtual race is one of three designated virtual races that is a 9+1 program qualifier. To earn a 9+1 credit for this virtual race, select the “Premium” tier during registration.
A virtual race is a race that can be run at your convenience during a specified period of time. To participate in NYRR 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 Virtual Racing page.
