NYCRUNS Prospect Park 10 Miler
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NYCRUNS Prospect Park 5K : April 12, 2026, Prospect Park, Brooklyn, NY
The event is a 5K road race in Prospect Park that benefits CAMBA, a community-based organization serving over 80,000 people a year. The race offers opportunities to donate to CAMBA; listed examples include $250 to provide baby supplies, $500 for emergency food distribution, $1,000 for job training and certification, and $2,500 to support a first-generation college student. All NYCRUNS courses are USATF-certified.
Course, access and race logistics
The course covers just under one full loop of Prospect Park with a final sprint up Center Drive. A Festival Area is located in the Nethermead and can be reached via Center Drive or the walking paths off Well House Drive. NYCRUNS uses a pace-based start corral system (letters AA-F) with corral assignments shown on the bib and based on the pace entered in the runner profile. Bibs are available on race morning and require a unique QR code for pickup; NYCRUNS members may receive mailed bibs when eligible, or non-members may add mailed bib service for a fee if conditions are met. Citi Bike stations, nearby subway stops (Prospect Park Station; 15th St-Prospect Park Station), and bus stops (B68, B16) are noted as the closest transit options. Bike parking in the Festival Area is prohibited.
Amenities, entrants and awards
Amenities include bag check with a single clear bag requirement (18" x 24"), portable bathrooms, on-course water and electrolyte fluids, cans of smartwater at the finish, and post-race refreshments such as bagels with schmear and fresh fruit. Race swag includes a Tech Shirt and a Finisher Medal; shirts are distributed on race day only and sizes are not guaranteed. Handcycle and Wheelchair Division athletes are included if designated in the runner account and may change that designation in their profile. Results will be emailed and posted online. Awards are given to the top three male, female, and non-binary finishers overall by gun time, and age-group awards (by net time) for: 9 and under; 10-14; 15-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; and 70 and over. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.