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Rising NYRR Summer Speed Series #3

Rising NYRR Summer Speed Series #3

  • Youth Events
  • Scored
  • Track & Field
  • Youth Events - Stage 3
  • Youth

August 20, 2026, Thursday at 5:30 PM, Manhattan - Icahn Stadium

Kids will test their speed on a world-class stadium track.

Event Details

The Rising NYRR Summer Speed Series at Icahn Stadium on Randall’s Island returns this August! Kids will chase fast times on a state-of-the-art 400-meter Mondo track and test their speed across a full lineup of events. Whether they're competing, trying something new, or racing with friends, this is their moment to shine. Registration is FREE and open to participants ages 12–18 of all abilities.

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New this year youth runners can participate in the Rising NYRR Summer Speed Series Championships (qualification not required), where they can win special awards and New Balance spikes (September 2 event only).

Please note: Track spikes will be permitted to use for this event.

Meet Dates:

  • Rising NYRR Summer Speed Series #1 (August 5): Register here. Schedule of Events: Long Jump, Shot Put, 100 Meters, 200 Meters, & 4x100
  • Rising NYRR Summer Speed Series #2 (August 11): Register here. Schedule of Events: Long Jump, Shot Put, 200 Meters, & 4x100
  • Rising NYRR Summer Speed Series #3 (August 18): Register on this page. Schedule of Events: Long Jump, Shot Put, 100 Meters, 400 Meters, & 4x100
  • Rising NYRR Summer Speed Series Championships (September 2): Register here. Schedule of Events: Long Jump, Shot Put, 100 Meters, 200 Meters, 400 Meters, & 4x100

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 corresponding adult event, please see here.

All event information is subject to change.

Pre-Event

  • 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.

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Cancellation Policy

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.