NYRR Frosty 5K
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NYRR Frosty 5K
The NYRR Frosty 5K is a 5-kilometer winter road race held in Prospect Park, Brooklyn on December 12, 2026. The event is presented by New York Road Runners with New Balance as a partner. Entry fees range from free to about $37, and all paid participants receive a New Balance accessory.
The race is a scored event and a qualifier in NYRR’s 9+1 program. Awards are given on site to the top three finishers in the overall men, women, and nonbinary divisions; age-group placers may claim awards after the event. Live unofficial results and runner tracking are available through the NYRR mobile app, and official results are posted after the race.
A free, registered Rising NYRR kids program is offered for ages 2 to 18 on race day. Team for Kids provides an option with guaranteed entry, coaching, a virtual training platform, and a Team for Kids singlet for participants who register through that program.
NYRR provides training resources, both in-person group training and virtual programs, and offers registration fee protection options. The event includes accessibility accommodations and a process for requesting guide or support runners for athletes with disabilities. Bag check uses clear bags only; clear reusable bags no larger than 17" wide x 20" high x 7" deep are recommended. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
