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Rising NYRR at the NYRR Cross Country Series #3

Rising NYRR at the NYRR Cross Country Series #3

November 16, 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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468 Total Stage 3 Finishers

242 Boys | 226 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 medal and a New Balance beanie. 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 #2

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 #3 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:

    • Thursday, November 6, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
    • Friday, November 7, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
    • Saturday, November 8, 9:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
    • Sunday, November 9, 9:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
    • Monday, November 10, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
    • Tuesday, November 11, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
    • Wednesday, November 12, 9:00 a.m–7:30 p.m.

    The RUNCENTER will close at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 13.

    • Thursday, November 13, 9:00 a.m–3:30 p.m.
    • Friday, November 14, 9:00 a.m–7:30 p.m.
    • Saturday, November 15, 9:30 a.m–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: 9:00 a.m.—10:20 a.m.
    • Stage 1: 9:40 a.m.—11:00 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.

  • Schedule of Events

    Stage 1 participants should report to the staging area (starts separated by age group) 10 minutes before the start of their run. Please note that Stage 1 dashes will start on a rolling schedule; refer to the estimated start times listed below.

    Stages 2 and 3 participants should report to the corrals ( Stage 2 & Stage 3) 15 minutes before the start of their run.

    View the table below for a schedule of start times for each stage of the Rising New York Road Runners event. For more information on corral assignments, please review our youth race procedures.

    Start Time

    Age Group

    Distance

    Activities

    9:30 -11:05 a.m.

    All Ages

    N/A

    Stage 3

    10:00 a.m.

    Corrals A-D

    2 Miles

    Stage 2

    10:20 a.m.

    Corrals E-H

    1.5 Miles

    Stage 1

    11:10 a.m.

    Age 2

    50 Feet

    11:13 a.m.

    Age 3-4

    150 Feet

    11:17 a.m.

    Age 5

    300 Feet

    11:25 a.m.

    Age 6

    450 Feet

    11:28 a.m.

    Age 7

    550 Feet

    11:32 a.m.

    Age 8

    650 Feet

    11:35 a.m.

    Age 9-11

    800 Feet

More Event 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.