October 11, 2026, Sunday at 10:00 AM, Staten Island - SIUH Community Park
Kids head to Staten Island for an exciting day of youth running and family fun!
Kids head to Staten Island for an exciting day of youth running and family fun!
Bring the kids to SIUH Community Park for an unforgettable event filled with energy, excitement, and community spirit. With stunning views of New York Harbor, young runners will dash alongside new friends and celebrate the joy of movement in a fun, welcoming atmosphere.
Registration is FREE and open to participants ages 2–11 of all abilities. Participants will receive a New Balance souvenir (while supplies last).
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 Staten Island Half race page.
All event information is subject to change.
SIUH Community Park|10:00 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.
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. |
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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. |
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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) on the following dates:
Parents/ Guardians of runners are encouraged to pick up their bibs at the RUNCENTER to avoid race day lines.
On event day, number pickup will be available at Race-Day Central. Pickup times are:
If you plan to pick up a runner's number on the day of the event, please arrive at least 30 minutes before the start of their run.
Stage 1: Participants should report to the staging area (starts separated by age group) 10 minutes before the start of their run.
Festival/Activities All Stages 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Time |
Age |
Distance |
|---|---|---|
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10:00 a.m. |
Stage 1 Age 2 |
50 Feet |
|
10:07 a.m. |
Stage 1 Age 3 |
150 Feet |
|
10:14 a.m. |
Stage 1 Age 4 |
200 Feet |
|
10:21 a.m. |
Stage 1 Age 5 |
300 Feet |
|
10:28 a.m. |
Stage 1 Age 6 |
400 Feet |
|
10:35 a.m. |
Stage 1 Age 7 |
500 Feet |
|
10:42 a.m. |
Stage 1 Age 8 |
550 Feet |
|
10:49 a.m. |
Stage 1 Ages 9-11 |
600 Feet |
There is no bag check. NYRR is not responsible for bags left unattended.
Participants will receive a Charcoal Water Bottle. Souvenirs are subject to availability and will only be distributed on event day from 8:30 a.m. to 10:20 a.m. at Race-Day Central. A youth number is required to collect the souvenir.
In case of an emergency during the event (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.