November 15, 2026, Sunday at 10:00 AM, The Bronx - Van Cortlandt Park
Kids head to the scenic trails of Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx for the full cross country experience.
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 is FREE and open to participants ages 2–18 of all abilities. Participants will receive a New Balance souvenir (while supplies last). Finishers will earn a medal.
Be sure to register for all the events in the series, though this is not required.
For participation in the Rising NYRR at the NYRR Cross Country Series Championships (Stage 3 only), please register kids for all three events in the series. Read the related section below for more details.
Check out our calendar for a full list of upcoming youth events, and don’t forget to follow and use #RisingNYRR to share your 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.
Van Cortlandt Park|1.5 M|10:30 AM
Register for participants ages 8 to 18 for an untimed, non-competitive 1.5 mile run. This event is NOT a 9+1 program qualifier.
Van Cortlandt Park|11:10 AM
Register for participants ages 2 to 11 that are new to running and physical activity, for non-competitive short dashes. This event is NOT a 9+1 program qualifier.
Van Cortlandt Park|2 M|10:00 AM
Register for participants ages 12 to 18 for a timed and competitive 2 mile race. This event is NOT a 9+1 program qualifier.
No registration options match these filters.
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.
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Stage |
Ages |
Event Type |
Register If |
|---|---|---|---|
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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. |
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.
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.
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). Please check back for available dates and times.
Check back closer to the event for more information.
Check back closer to the event for more information.
While we will continue to have clear plastic bags available at registration, we encourage you to use your own clear reusable plastic bag, no larger than 17" wide x 20" high x 7" deep. Only clear bags may be checked at bag check; we are unable to check opaque bags of any size.
NYRR is not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen bags or items from bags checked at NYRR bag check.
Check back closer to the event for more information.
Trophies will be presented to the first-place finishers in the girls, boys, and nonbinary divisions for the entire Rising NYRR at the NYRR Cross Country Series. Winners’ parents/guardians will be notified via email and trophies will only be distributed after the event at the NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub.
Winners must have completed all three races in the series. The winner for each category is determined by the lowest combined gender place across all three races. In the case of a tie, the winner will be chosen by the lowest cumulative time across all three races. Further ties will be broken by head-to-head comparisons for each race.
For more information, please contact our Runner Services team here.
After the conclusion of the event, official results will be posted on results.nyrr.org. Awards will be presented on race day to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place Stage 3 finishers in the girl, boy, and nonbinary categories. Awards will only be distributed at the race finish.
In case of an emergency during the race (including in the start or finish area), call 866-705-6626.
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.
Van Cortlandt Park • Various • Free
Kids head to the scenic trails of Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx for the full cross country experience.
Van Cortlandt Park • Various • Free
Kids head to the scenic trails of Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx for the full cross country experience.