Join us in celebrating "The World's Borough" at the Citizens Queens 10K in Flushing Meadows Corona Park on Saturday, June 20.
Race Details
Citizens is thrilled to return for the third consecutive year as the title sponsor of the fourth race in the NYRR Five Borough Series. Experience the park that draws visitors from all five boroughs, featuring historic pathways, scenic trails, and exciting activities. And stay for the post-race festivities, delicious treats, and more!
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This race serves as a 9+1 qualifier for the 2027 TCS New York City Marathon and as a 4 Out of 6 program qualifier for the 2027 United Airlines NYC Half.
Donate to Pursuit, Citizens Queens 10k 2026 Charity Beneficiary
Consider donating to Pursuit, a Queens-based nonprofit helping low-income New Yorkers launch life-changing careers in technology and AI. Our participants, immigrants and first-generation Americans from low-income communities, go from earning $17K to $94K annually, generating over $1 billion in lifetime wage gains. Your support will help Pursuit to transform lives, uplift communities, and open doors to a more hopeful future for all Americans.
Member-Only Standby List
The Member-Only Standby List for the Citizens Queens 10K is full. If you already submitted your name to the Member-Only Standby List for this event, you could be selected from the standby list and sent a non-complimentary invitation code up to 48 hours before the event date.
Active NYRR Members can read about the Member-Only Standby List
here.
Why Race with New York Road Runners?
When you run with NYRR, you do more than compete in a world-class race—your support and participation play a role in fulfilling our vision to build healthier lives and stronger communities through the transformative power of running, and benefit NYRR’s free youth and community programs, including
Rising New York Road Runners,
NYRR Striders,
Open Run, and more.
All event information is subject to change.
The Member-Only Standby List for the Citizens Queens 10K is full. If you already submitted your name to the Member-Only Standby List for this event, you could be selected from the standby list and sent a non-complimentary invitation code up to 48 hours before the event date.
Active NYRR Members can read about the Member-Only Standby List
here.
Pre-Race
Training Resources
Check out our training resources that'll help you prepare for race day.
In-person
Group Training, geared toward local New York City runners who enjoy running with others
Virtual training through
NYRR x Runna, the world's top-rated running coach app, to train anywhere, anytime
NYRR offers Protecht, a refund program that provides registration fee protection on all paid events. This includes races and Group Training, and it will protect NYRR x Runna fees if it is an add-on to a race. To learn more, click
here.
Guide or Support Runner Request
If you are an Athlete with Disability who needs a guide or support runner to participate in a New York Road Runners event, please follow the process explained
here. To request guide and support runners, email
accessibility@nyrr.org at time of registration. All requests must be placed by the registered athlete at least two weeks prior to the event.
Accessibility
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.
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 2026, we will offer 2,000 spots in the NYRR Race Free Program and more than 6,000 complimentary race entries, including entry for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon. Accepted NYRR Race Free participants will receive up to 6 complimentary entries to our weekly races and the opportunity to access training for free.
The 2026 application period is now closed. We invite you to apply for the 2027 NYRR Race Freeprogram, which is expected to open in October 2026. Please visit the
NYRR Race Free page for updates in September.
Notes on Registration
Review the NYRR policy on start and finish cutoff times
here.
Runners can register as woman, man, or nonbinary. 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 visit our
cashless kiosk at the NYRR RUNCenter.
**The RUNCENTER will be closed May 25 for Memorial Day**
Tuesday, May 26, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 27, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 28, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Friday, May 29, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 30, 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Sunday, May 31, 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Monday, June 1, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 2, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 3, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 4, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Friday, June 5, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 6, 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Sunday, June 7, 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Monday, June 8, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 9, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 10, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 11, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Friday, June 12, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 13, 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Sunday, June 14, 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Monday, June 15, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 16, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 17, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 18, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
**The RUNCENTER will be closed June 19 for Juneteenth**
Runners are encouraged to pick up their bibs at the RUNCENTER to avoid race day lines.
All participants will receive a New Balance Singlet at number pickup.
On race day, number pickup will be available beginning at 6:15 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.
Queens Race Number Pickup at Citizens Woodside Branch
Race numbers will also be available for pickup at the
Citizens Woodside branch (5120 Northern Boulevard, Woodside, NY) on the following dates:
Wednesday, June 17: 12:00 p.m–5:00 p.m.
Thursday, June 18: 12:00 p.m–5:00 p.m.
Queens Race Number Pickup at the New Balance Flatiron Flagship Store
Race numbers will be available for pickup at the
New Balance Flatiron Flagship Store (150 5th Ave, New York, NY 10011) on the following dates:
Wednesday, June 10: 10:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 11: 10:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 17: 10:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
** The New Balance store will be closed on June 18 for the New York Knicks Championship parade **
Commemorate your Citizens Queens 10K achievement with an iTAB!
When you purchase an iTAB, it will arrive in the mail engraved with your name and finish time a few days after you finish your races and collect your medal at the finish line . The iTAB fits perfectly onto the ribbon of your medal and is a great way to celebrate and share your event journey.
To purchase iTAB, follow the below instructions:
On Desktop: On the right-hand side, under "Products You May Like", click "Add to Cart" for "iTAB".
On Mobile: Scroll to the bottom of the page, under “Products You May Like”, click "Add to Cart" for "iTAB".
Runners may purchase this offer through July 5, 2026.
More Race Information
4 Out of 6 Program
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 2027 United Airlines NYC Half will be guaranteed for NYRR members who complete four qualifying events in 2026 and have an active membership by the last qualifying event of the 2026 4 Out of 6 program (the NYRR Staten Island Half on October 11, 2026).
The following races in 2026 will count toward the 4 Out of 6 program qualification for the 2027 United Airlines NYC Half (Please note all dates are pending permit approval and subject to change):
NYRR Manhattan 10K (February 1)
Virtual United Airlines NYC Half Medal (March 7-15)
United Airlines NYC Half (March 15)
Virtual RBC Brooklyn Half Medal (May 9-17)
RBC Brooklyn Half (May 16)
Citizens Queens 10K (June 13)
New Balance Bronx 10 Mile (September 19)
NYRR Staten Island Half (October 11)
Cancellation Policy
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.
Why Race with New York Road Runners?
When you run with NYRR, you do more than compete in a world-class race—your support and participation play a role in fulfilling our vision to build healthier lives and stronger communities through the transformative power of running, and benefit NYRR’s free youth and community programs, including
Rising New York Road Runners,
NYRR Striders,
Open Run, and more.
