Back to School Mile at the New Balance 5th Avenue Mile
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Back to School Mile at the New Balance 5th Avenue Mile - Stage 1Non-Scored Youth - Stage 1 Ages 2 - 11 -
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Back to School Mile at the New Balance 5th Avenue Mile - Stage 2Non-Scored Youth - Stage 2 Ages 8 - 18 -
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Back to School Mile at the New Balance 5th Avenue Mile - Stage 3Scored Youth - Stage 3 Ages 12 - 18
The New Balance 5th Avenue Mile returns for its 45th year, bringing back one of New York City’s most iconic races.
Kids can join the excitement running along the same fast and fun course as the pros. It’s the perfect way to kick off the school year – running, cheering, and celebrating with family and friends.
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 more information on the adult race, please visit the New Balance 5th Avenue Mile 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 (which include your timing tag) may be picked up at the New Balance Run Hub at 322 West 57th Street (between Eighth and Ninth avenues) on the following dates:
- Saturday, August 29, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Sunday, August 30, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Monday, August 31, 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, September 1, 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, September 2, 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
- Thursday, September 3, 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
- Friday, September 4, 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
- Saturday, September 5, 10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
- Sunday, September 6, 10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, September 8, 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, September 9, 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
- Thursday, September 10, 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
- Friday, September 11, 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
- Saturday, September 12, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
**The Run Hub will be closed on Monday, September 7 for Labor Day**
Parents/ Guardians of runners are encouraged to pick up their bibs at the Run Hub to avoid race day lines.
On event day, number pickup will be available at Race-Day Central. Pickup times are:
- Stage 1: 9:00 a.m.–10:20 a.m.
- Stage 2: 7:30 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
- Stage 3: 7:30 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
If you plan to pick up a runner's number on the day of the event, please arrive at least 30 minutes before the start of their run.
Races will have separate starts for each age group, with the exception of the NYRR Road Mile Championships and the professional athlete races. See below for the latest schedule of heats. Times are subject to change.
| Start Time | Bib Letter | Heat |
|---|---|---|
| Open Categories | ||
| 7:25 a.m. | AA | Age Group 50-59 |
| 7:35 a.m. | A | Age Group 40-49 A |
| 7:45 a.m. | B | Age Group 40-49 B |
| 7:55 a.m. | C | Age Group 35-39 A |
| 8:05 a.m. | D | Age Group 35-39 B |
| 8:15 a.m. | E | Age Group 30-34 A |
| 8:30 a.m. | F | Age Group 30-34 B |
| 8:45 a.m. | G | Age Group 25-29 A |
| 9:00 a.m. | H | Age Group 25-29 B |
| 9:15 a.m. | I | Age Group 19-24 |
| Media Mile | ||
| 9:25 a.m. | Media | Media Mile |
| Broadway Mile | ||
| 9:35 a.m. | Broadway | Broadway Mile |
| Unlock 26.2 x New Balance | ||
| 9:45 a.m. | NB | Unlock 26.2 x New Balance |
| Wheelchairs and Handcycles | ||
| 9:50 a.m. | W / Y | Adult and Youth Wheelchair |
| Back To School Mile (Rising NYRR) | ||
| 10:00 a.m. | YA - YD | Stage 3 (Ages 12-18) |
| 10:10 a.m. | YE - YF | Stage 2 (Ages 12-18) |
| 10:15 a.m. | YG | Stage 2 (Ages 10-11) |
| 10:20 a.m. | YH | Stage 2 (Ages 8-9) |
| 10:30 a.m. | YI | Stage 1 (Age 2) |
| 10:40 a.m. | YI | Stage 1 (Ages 3-4) |
| 10:50 a.m. | YI | Stage 1 (Ages 5-6) |
| 11:00 a.m. | YI | Stage 1 (Ages 7-8) |
| 11:10 a.m. | YI | Stage 1 (Ages 9-11) |
| George Sheehan Memorial Mile | ||
| 11:15 a.m. | K | Age Group 60-69 |
| 11:30 a.m. | L | Age Group 70+ |
| NYPD and FDNY | ||
| 11:45 a.m. | FLAG | NYPD and FDNY |
| NYRR Road Mile Championships | ||
| 12:00 p.m. | Women's Road Mile | |
| 12:15 p.m. | Men's Road Mile | |
| Professional Athletes | ||
| 12:30 p.m. | Professional Women | |
| 12:45 p.m. | Professional Men |
Stage 1: Participants will run short dashes of various distances. See the Schedule of Events section for the estimated distances each age group will run.
Stages 2 & 3: Participants will run a one-mile course that starts on 5th Avenue at E. 81st Street and finishes on 5th Avenue at E. 60th Street near Grand Army Plaza.
We strongly recommend checking mta.info before you travel. You can also message the MTA using the chat feature on the MTA app.
Bag check will be available from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Race-Day Central.
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.
New York Road Runners, in collaboration with Cup Zero, is working to reduce single-use waste. Reusable hydration cups are available at this event. Runners are strongly encouraged to return their cups to the designated receptacles in the post-finish area. Returning the cups ensures they can be cleaned, reused, and kept from landfill, supporting both the environment and the program’s success.
Participants will receive a New Balance hat. Souvenirs are subject to availability and will only be distributed on event day from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Race-Day Central. A youth 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.
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.
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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