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Rising NYRR at the Percy Sutton Harlem 5K

Rising NYRR at the Percy Sutton Harlem 5K

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August 8, 2026, Saturday at 8:35 AM, Manhattan - Harlem

Kick off Harlem Week 2026 with an exciting, family-friendly day of running that brings the whole community together.

Event Details

Bring the kids out to the Rising New York Road Runners at the Percy Sutton Harlem 5K run and experience the energy, culture, and spirit of Harlem. Harlem Week is an annual celebration showcasing the very best of the neighborhood, highlighting its rich legacy in arts, culture, business, entertainment, and sports.

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Registration is FREE and open to participants ages 2–18 of all abilities. Participants will receive a New Balance lunch box (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 Percy Sutton Harlem 5K Run race page.

All event information is subject to change.

Youth Team Registration

Coaches, educators, and other adults interested in registering teams or groups of kids should complete this form. A member of NYRR staff will follow up within a few business days with next steps.

Please note only Stage 3 is open for registration and filling out this form does not confirm or guarantee registration.

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

    The NYRR RUNCENTER is now closed while we continue renovations. Please visit the New Balance Run Hub next door at 322 West 57th Street for bib pickup on the following dates:

    • Saturday, July 25, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
    • Sunday, July 26, 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
    • Monday, July 27, 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
    • Tuesday, July 28, 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
    • Wednesday, July 29, 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
    • Thursday, July 30, 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
    • Friday, July 31, 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
    • Saturday, August 1, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
    • Sunday, August 2, 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
    • Monday, August 3, 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
    • Tuesday, August 4, 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
    • Wednesday, August 5, 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
    • Thursday, August 6, 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
    • Friday, August 7, 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.

    Parents/guardians of runners are encouraged to pick up numbers at the New Balance Run Hub to avoid event-day lines.

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

    Stage 3: 7:00 a.m.–8:30 a.m.

    Stage 2: 7:30 a.m.–9:00 a.m.

    Stage 1: 9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.

    If you plan to pick up a runner's number on event day, please arrive at least 30 minutes before the start of their run.

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