NYRR Washington Heights Salsa, Blues, and Shamrocks 5K

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
• Free training guides and tips through our Runner Resources

We at New York Road Runners believe running should be accessible to everyone. To help, we created NYRR Race Freeto provide race fee assistance to those who qualify financially.

In 2026, we will offer 1,000 spots in the NYRR Race Free Program and more than 3,000 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 Free program, which is expected to open in October 2026. Please visit the NYRR Race Free page for updates.

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.

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.

To learn more about NYRR accessibility, please visit the NYRR Disability Inclusion & Accessibility Resource page.

If you are an Athlete with Disability who needs a guide or support runner to participate in a NYRR event, please follow the process explained here. To request to register a support runner, the runner must fill out the following form.

All requests must be placed by runners at least two weeks prior to the event.

• 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 reach out to our Runner Services team for assistance. Please be sure to include the event name and the email associated with your NYRR account.
• This race is a 9+1 program qualifier.

Numbers (which include your timing tag) may be picked up at the NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub at 320 West 57th Street (between Eighth and Ninth avenues ). Please check back closer to race day for race number pickup details.

• Saturday, February 14, 9:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
• Sunday, February 15, 9:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

**The RUNCENTER will be closed on Monday, February 16 for Presidents' Day. **

• Tuesday, February 17, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, February 18, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Thursday, February 19, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Friday, February 20, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Saturday, February 21, 9:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

**The RUNCENTER will be closed on Sunday, February 22 and Monday, February 23 due to inclement weather.**

• Tuesday, February 24, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, February 25, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Thursday, February 26, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Friday, February 27, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Saturday, February 28, 9:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

Runners are encouraged to pick up their bibs at the RUNCENTER to avoid race day lines.

All participants will receive a New Balance Long Sleeve Shirt at number pickup. Your shirt size may not be available at the time of bib pickup.

On race day, number pickup will be available from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at Race-Day Central (located on Haven Plaza at Fort Washington Avenue and West 168th street). If you pick up your bib on race day, your premium will be available after the race.

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.

Join us in person at the RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub for the Washington Heights Salsa, Blues and Shamrock 5K Course Strategy event on Thursday, February 26 at 6:00 p.m. as NYRR coaches will share tips and tricks on how to conquer the race.

Register for the free event.