October 17, 2026, Saturday at 9:00 AM, Manhattan - Armory Track
Head to The Armory in Upper Manhattan for a fun-filled day of track and field events your kids will love!
Head to The Armory in Upper Manhattan for a fun-filled day of track and field events your kids will love!
From dashes to shot put to long jump, kids can explore a variety of age-appropriate activities in a world-class indoor track and field facility. Whether it’s their first time or they’ve experienced track and field before, this event is a great way to share the excitement of the sport with young runners in a supportive, high-energy environment. Check back in for the event brochure which will include more details on special entertainment and activities.
Registration is FREE and open to participants ages 2–18 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!
All event information is subject to change.
Armory Track|9:00 AM
Register for participants ages 8 to 18 for non-competitive short dashes. This event is NOT a 9+1 program qualifier.
Armory Track|9:00 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. |
|
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) on the following dates:
Parents/guardians of runners are encouraged to pick up numbers at the NYRR RUNCENTER to avoid event-day lines.
On event day, number pickup will be available from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Race-Day Central, located on the first floor.
If you plan to pick up a runner's race number on event day, please arrive at least 60 minutes before the start of their run.
We strongly recommend checking mta.info before you travel. You can also message the MTA using the chat feature on the MTA app.
There is no bag check. NYRR is not responsible for bags left unattended.
Finishers will receive a New Balance lunch tote. Please note that souvenirs are subject to availability.
Souvenirs will only be distributed on the event day on the 1st floor. A youth race number must be presented to collect the event 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.
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