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Flushing Meadows Kids Run at the Citizens Queens 10K

Flushing Meadows Kids Run at the Citizens Queens 10K

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  • Youth Events - Stage 1
  • Youth Events - Stage 2
  • Youth Events - Stage 3

June 20, 2026, Saturday at 9:10 AM, Queens - Flushing Meadows

Join us at Flushing Meadows Corona Park for the Flushing Meadows Kids Run at the Citizens Queens 10K!

Event Details

Kids can run, play, and explore a festival full of fun physical activities—perfect for families looking for an active day outdoors.

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Registration is FREE and open to participants ages 2-18 of all abilities. Participants will receive a New Balance lunchbox (while supplies last) and finishers will receive a medal.

Visit our calendar for a full list of upcoming youth 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 Citizens Queens 10K page.

All event information is subject to change.

Pre-Event

  • 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.

  • Number Pickup

    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) on the following dates:

    • Tuesday, May 19, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
    • Wednesday, May 20, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
    • Thursday, May 21, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
    • Friday, May 22, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
    • Saturday, May 23, 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
    • Sunday, May 24, 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

    **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**

    On event day, race number pickup will be available at Race-Day Central. Pickup times are:

    • Stage 3: 7:30 a.m.–8:50 a.m.
    • Stage 2: 8:00 a.m.–9:30 a.m.
    • Stage 1: 9:00 a.m.–9:40 a.m.

    Parents/ Guardians of runners are encouraged to pick up their bibs at the RUNCENTER to avoid race day lines.

  • Queens Number Pickup at Citizens Woodside Branch

    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 **

More Event Information

Cancellation Policy

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.