NSRF Central Park Comic Run 5K & 10K
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Central Park Comic Run 5K & 10K
This event is a costume-themed running event held in Central Park, New York City, centered at the Naumburg Bandshell and Terrace Drive near Bethesda Fountain. Participants are invited to dress as superheroes or villains and may choose between the following race distances:
- 5K
- 10K
Finishers receive a comic tee and a finisher medal; there are no additional award medals beyond finisher medals. Recognition is given to the top overall male, female, and nonbinary competitors and to the top finisher in each age group: 14 and under, 15–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70–79, 80–89, and 90 plus.
Course information notes a USATF certified 5K route and identifies the race area as Munsee Lenape/Wappinger Lands within Central Park. The common finish line is located across from Bethesda Fountain and nearby bathrooms are a short walk away.
On-site amenities include an informal bag check area, finish-line hydration, and high quality refreshments provided by All Round Foods and Waterloo Sparkling Water. A virtual participation option allows competitors to log a time and upload up to five photos within the event week; mailed items begin shipping on the event start day. Bibs can be mailed for a fee if registration occurs at least ten days in advance, and in-person pickup is available from event staff. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
