NYCRUNS Brooklyn Ice Cream Social 5K
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Event Overview
The NYCRUNS Brooklyn Ice Cream Social 5K is a road race in Prospect Park, Brooklyn. It is described as the final event of the summer NYCRUNS Ice Cream Social Race Series.
Course Details
The 5K course is USATF-certified. It consists of just under one full loop of Prospect Park, finishing with a sprint up Center Drive. The race uses pace-based start corrals (AA-F) located on Well House Drive.
Participant Services
The festival area is located in the Nethermead, accessible from Center Drive or Well House Drive paths. Services on race day include:
- Bib pickup from 7:00 AM.
- A gear check requiring a single clear bag.
- Portable bathrooms and hydration stations on the course.
- Post-race refreshments, including a bag of pretzels, an apple, and an ice cream or ice pop treat (dairy or non-dairy options).
- A tech shirt and a finisher medal for participants.
Accessibility and Awards
The event welcomes handcycle and wheelchair division athletes, with specific arrival and start line instructions provided. Awards are given to the top three overall finishers (male, female, non-binary) and to the top three in various age groups.
Logistics and Policies
Mass transit is recommended. The closest subway stations are Prospect Park (S, Q trains) and 15th St-Prospect Park (F, G trains). Citi Bike stations are nearby, but bike parking in the festival area is prohibited. Strollers and dogs are not allowed in the race. A time limit is enforced for all participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
