RBC Race for the Kids 4M Presented by NYRR + 1 Mile Family Walk
April 19, 2026, Sunday at 8:00 AM, Manhattan - Central Park
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What started as a single race in New York in 2009, RBC Race for the Kids has grown into a series of 25+ events that take place around the world. More than 525,000 participants have raised over $84 million for youth charities across the globe.
RBC Employee Registration
RBC employees should register only through RBC’s dedicated registration process, which will launch internally to all RBC employees in March 2026. If any RBC employees have questions, reach out to rbcraceforthekids@rbccm.com.
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Charity Partner: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
MSK Kids, the pediatric program at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, treats more young people with cancer than any other hospital in the United States. Your donation gives MSK’s experts the ability to drive progress and create opportunities to change the lives of children, adolescents, and young adults with cancer and their families — both now and in the years to come.
To support the mission of MSK Kids, please consider making a donation by visiting this page.
Member-Only Standby List
The Member-Only Standby List for the RBC Race for the Kids 4M Presented by NYRR 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.
RBC Race for The Kids 1M Family Health Walk Presented by NYRR
The RBC Race for the Kids 1M Family Health Walk Presented by NYRR is open to the public and free for all registrants.
About Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)
RBC is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Our success comes from the 100,000+ employees who leverage their imaginations and insights to bring our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada’s biggest bank and one of the largest in the world, based on market capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to our more than 19 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 27 other countries.
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.
Kids Can Run Too!
Kids of all abilities and ages 2 to 11 are welcome to join the Rising NYRR at the RBC Race for the Kids race-day fun. Registration is required and completely FREE—made possible by the generosity of our community. Visit the event webpage to sign up and learn more.
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
- Free training guides and tips through our Runner Resources
Registration Fee Protection
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 NYRR event, please follow the process explained here. To request guide and support runners, email accessibility@nyrr.org. All requests must be placed by runners 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.
To learn more about NYRR accessibility, please visit the NYRR Disability Inclusion & Accessibility Resource page.
Race Free
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 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 Freeprogram, which is expected to open in October 2026. Please visit the NYRR Race Free page for updates.
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 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.
Race Number Pickup
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) on the following dates:
- Saturday, April 4, 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
*** The RUNCenter will be closed on Sunday, April 5, for Easter***
- Monday, April 6, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, April 7, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, April 8, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
- Thursday, April 9, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
- Friday, April 10, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, April 11, 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
- Sunday, April 12, 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
- Monday, April 13, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, April 14, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, April 15, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
- Thursday, April 16, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
- Friday, April 17, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, April 18, 9:00 a.m.–4:30 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 Short 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 6:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. at Race-Day Central (located near the Naumburg Bandshell in Central Park). 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.
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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.