Cupid's Chase 5K - Queens

FEB
14
2026
Join the 18th annual Cupid's Chase 5K in Flushing Meadows Park on February 14 for a fun, pet friendly run supporting Community Options. Enjoy a timed 5K, finisher medals, and a festive Valentine vibe while helping people with disabilities.
Sat 14 Feb 2026
5 kilometers

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Event overview

Cupid's Chase 5K Queens takes place on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Flushing Meadows Park (between Grand Central Parkway and Van Wyck Expressway) in Queens, NY 11354. The race is part of a national series that marks the founding of Community Options, Inc., and is the 18th annual event in the series. The series also offers events in Brooklyn and Manhattan on the same date. The beneficiary is Community Options, Inc., a national nonprofit (IRS 501(c)(3)) that provides housing and employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Last year, over 11,000 runners nationwide participated.

Race details

The event features a certified 5K with professional timing; results will be posted immediately after the race. The event is described as fully accessible and pet-friendly (all pets must remain leashed). Giveaways include a finisher medal and a drawstring bag while supplies last. To guarantee a race shirt, registrants must register by January 1, 2026; shirt color options are white or red. Awards include trophies for the top three overall male and female finishers and age group medals for male and female finishers in these groups: 12 & under, 13–15, 16–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, and 70 & over. The event is held rain or shine and registration fees are non-refundable. Sponsorship opportunities range from $500 to $10,000. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

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