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Rising NYRR at the NYRR Cross Country Series #2

Rising NYRR at the NYRR Cross Country Series #2

October 5, 2025, Sunday at 10:00 AM, The Bronx - Van Cortlandt Park

Kids head to the scenic trails of Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx for a fun cross country event!

Stage 3 Results

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217 Total Stage 3 Finishers

101 Boys | 116 Girls

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Race Details

Perfect for both new and experienced runners, this fun three-event series is a great way for kids to stay active, build confidence, and experience the thrill of cross country!

Registration for this event is FREE and open to participants ages 2 to 18 of all abilities. Finishers will receive a New Balance souvenir. Please note that souvenirs are subject to availability.

Be sure to register for all the events in the series, though this is not required.

Rising NYRR Cross Country Series #1

Rising NYRR Cross Country Series #3

For participation in the Rising NYRR at the NYRR Cross Country Series Championships (Stage 3 only), please register for all three events in the series. Read the related section below for more details.

Visit our calendar for a full list of upcoming youth races and 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 NYRR Cross Country Series #2 race page.

All event information is subject to change.

Pre-Race

  • Stages

    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.

  • Accessibility

    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.

  • Notes on Registration

    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 Number Pickup

    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) in advance of the event at the following times:

    • Sunday, September 21, 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
    • Monday, September 22, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
    • Tuesday, September 23, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
    • Wednesday, September 24, 9:00-7:30 p.m.
    • Thursday, September 25, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
    • Friday, September 26, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
    • Saturday, September 27, 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
    • Sunday, September 28, 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
    • Monday, September 29, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
    • Tuesday, September 30, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
    • Wednesday, October 1, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
    • Thursday, October 2, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
    • Friday, October 3, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
    • Saturday, October 4, 9:30-5:00 p.m

    Parents and 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, located near the Tortoise and Hare statue in Van Cortlandt Park. Pickup times are as follows:

    • Stage 3: 8:30 a.m.—9:50 a.m.
    • Stage 2: 8:50 a.m.—10:10 a.m.
    • Stage 1: 9:20 a.m.—10:40 a.m.

    If you plan to pick up a runner's race number on event day, please arrive at least 60 minutes before the start of their run.

More Race Information

Cancellation

If NYRR cancels an offering on the direction of local, city, or state authorities, parents/guardians of participants will be informed as soon as possible. Events will not be rescheduled.