Citizens Queens 10K

NYRR strives to host inclusive, sustainable, and accessible events that enable all individuals to engage. To request reasonable accommodations or for inquiries about accessibility for attending this event, please email accessibility@nyrr.org.

To learn more about NYRR accessibility, please visit the NYRR Disability Inclusion & Accessibility Resource page.

If you are an Athlete with Disability who needs a guide or support runner to participate in a NYRR event, please follow the process explained here. To request to register a support runner, the runner must fill out the following form. All requests must be placed by runners at least two weeks prior to the event.

We at New York Road Runners believe running should be accessible to everyone. To help, we created NYRR Race Free to provide race fee assistance to those who qualify financially.

In 2024, we offered 1,000+ program slots and more than 3,000 complimentary race entries, including for the TCS New York City Marathon. Race Free applications that met the eligibility criteria were pooled based on previous participation and selected by borough or zip code until all slots were filled.

Check out the Race Free page this summer for updates on the 2026 application period. (Please note runners apply in 2025 for races in the calendar year of 2026.)

This Member-Only Standby List is full.

The Member-Only Standby List is a perk for NYRR members who are willing to participate in an NYRR race if entries become available after registration has closed. These individuals will be invited to register for the race on a first-come, first-served basis.

Active NYRR Members can read about the Member-Only Standby List here.

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

• Saturday, May 31, 9:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
• Sunday, June 1, 9:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 
• Monday, June 2, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Tuesday, June 3, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, June 4, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. 
• Thursday, June 5, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Friday, June 6, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Saturday, June 7, 9:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 
• Sunday, June 8, 9:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 
• Monday, June 9, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Tuesday, June 10, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, June 11, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. 
• Thursday, June 12, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Friday, June 13, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.

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

Race Numbers will also be available for pickup at the Citizens Woodside Branch (5120 Northern Boulevard, Woodside, NY) on the following dates:

• Thursday, June 12: 10:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m.
• Friday, June 13: 10:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m.

All participants will receive a New Balance Singlet at number pickup. Your size may not be available at the time of bib pickup.

On race day, number pickup will be available from 6:15 a.m.to 8:15 a.m. at Race-Day Central located in David Dinkins Circle.

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. The person will need the QR code for your NYRR account, along with a form of photo identification that corresponds to your NYRR account. 

• Review the NYRR policy on start and finish cutoff times here.
• We’ve updated our website to increase inclusivity and representation in our races. Runners can register as woman, man, 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 reach out to our Runner Services team for assistance. Please be sure to include the event name and the email associated with your NYRR account.
• This race is a 9+1 program qualifier.

On race day, number pickup will be available from 6:15 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. at Race-Day Central located in David Dinkins Circle. Bib pickup will close 10 minutes after the start time of the race. Runners arriving to pick up their bib after that time will not be issued a bib and will not receive 9+1 credit for the race.

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. The person will need the QR code for your NYRR account, along with a form of photo identification that corresponds to your NYRR account. 

• Take the 7 train to Mets-Willets Point
• Walk to the Start Location or Race-Day Central

We strongly recommend checking mta.info before you travel. You can also message the MTA on WhatsApp.

Wave Starts

This race will start in two waves:

• Corrals AA-F starts at 7:45 a.m.
• Corrals G-L starts at 8:15 a.m.

The course starts and finishes in Flushing Meadows–Corona Park near the Fountain of the Planets. Runners will go on an adventurous tour of the park over the 10-kilometer distance with sights including the Unisphere, the Queens Museum, and more!

Mile 1: Start on Meridian Road between the Avenue of Discovery and the Avenue of Research. Follow Meridian Road before turning left onto Meadow Lake Road West/Meadow Lake Promenade.

Mile 2: Follow Meadow Lake Drive West and bear right on Meadow Dr. Turn right to continue on Meadow Dr, around to the Meadowlark Circle to cross the Amphitheater Bridge and continue on Avenue of Asia. Right turn onto Avenue of Africa and right onto Meridian Rd.

Mile 3: Run an out-and-back loop on Shea Road, turning onto the other side of the road near Citi Field at Boat Basin Place.

Mile 4: Follow Shea Road and Meridian Road, turning left onto the United Nations Avenue North ramp and bear left onto the Zoo Path. The Mile 4 marker will be on the Zoo Path.

Mile 5: Continue on the Zoo Path, turning left on United Nations Avenue South. Cross the Zoo Bridge, then turn right onto Avenue of the States and run around the New York State Pavilion. When you get back to United Nations Avenue South, turn left, then make a right onto Avenue of the States, continuing alongside the Queens Museum. Turn right in front of the Queens Museum heading towards the Unisphere. Run around the Unisphere passing the Mile 5 marker and head towards United Nations Avenue North.

Mile 6: Take a left onto Avenue of the Americas, then a right at New York Avenue / David Dinkins Circle, before making another right onto the Avenue of Commerce. Follow the Avenue of Commerce and make a right onto Herbert Hoover Promenade. Continue towards the Unisphere, and just before reaching the steps leading to the Unisphere, turn left toward Astronaut Court and proceed towards Dwight Eisenhower Promenade. Mile 6 is on Dwight Eisenhower Promenade, and the finish is on Dwight Eisenhower Promenade just before the Fountain of the Planets.

On race day, Bag Check will be available from 6:15 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. at Race-Day Central located in David Dinkins Circle.

Planning to check a bag on race morning? While we will continue to have clear plastic bags available at number pickup, we encourage you to use your own clear reusable plastic bag, no larger than 17" wide x 20" high x 7" deep, with the tag affixed. 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.

Parking passes are available for pre-purchase online and on race day for Citi Field parking lots. Gates open at 5:30 a.m. Parking is $40 for compact cars and $80 for any car larger than a 7-8 person SUV (except for ADA vans). The Southfield Lot will be the main parking lot, please use Gate 16 and Gate 17. Cash will not be accepted.

Pre-purchase parking passes here | Directions to Citi Field

For a full list of Prohibited Items, please click here.

Live, unofficial results will be available in the NYRR App during the event.

After the conclusion of the event, official results will be posted on results.nyrr.org.

Awards will be presented on site to the top-three finishers in the overall men, women, and non-binary divisions. Runners who place in the top-three of their age group will be able to claim an award in the days following the race by filling out our Age-Group Awards Claim Form. 

All prize money amounts are equal for men, women, and non-binary categories and subject to all applicable rules and policies regarding prize money. To be eligible for prize money and time bonuses, including Top Queens Finisher, a runner must have had a valid paid NYRR membership since at least March 14, 2025 through at least the date of the race, and must complete the course in 42 minutes or faster.

NYRR Member Division Top Queens Finisher

The top man, woman, and non-binary finisher from Queens, based on Net Time, who meet the NYRR Member Division requirements will be awarded $500. Residency is determined by zip code at the time of registration. Cumulative with overall prize money, if applicable.

NYRR Member Division Time Bonuses

The 4 Out of 6 program allows NYRR members who meet the eligibility requirements to gain guaranteed entry to the United Airlines NYC Half.

Eligibility for entry to the 2026 United Airlines NYC Half will be guaranteed for NYRR members who complete four qualifying events in 2025 and have an active membership by the last qualifying event of the 2025 4 Out of 6 program (the NYRR Staten Island Half on TBD).

The following races in 2025 will count toward 4 Out of 6 program qualification for the 2026 United Airlines NYC Half (Please note all dates are pending permit approval and subject to change):

• NYRR Manhattan 10K (February 2)
• Virtual United Airlines NYC Half Medal (March 8–16)
• United Airlines NYC Half (March 16)
• Virtual RBC Brooklyn Half Medal (May 10-17)
• RBC Brooklyn Half (May 17)
• Citizens Queens 10K (June 14)
• New Balance Bronx 10 Mile (September 14)
• NYRR Staten Island Half (October 12)

If NYRR cancels an offering 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.

No Refunds: Entry fees are non-refundable and may not be deferred or transferred.