Vyshyvanka Run
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Vyshyvanka Run NYC 2026
Vyshyvanka Run NYC 2026 is scheduled for August 22, 2026 at the Warsaw Ghetto Memorial in Riverside Park, Riverside Dr. & West 83rd St, New York, NY. The event includes an in-person 5K run/walk, a free kids fun run, and a virtual 5K option.
Distances offered:
- 5K in-person run/walk
- 5K virtual entry with result submission and optional photo
- 100 m kids run for ages 0 to 12
Registration details vary by race category. The in-person 5K has a registration fee of $40.00 and the virtual 5K fee is $45.00. The kids run is free to register. Virtual participants may submit results, are encouraged to wear a Vyshyvanka and may receive a mailed medal.
The event coincides with Ukrainian Independence Day and promotes Ukrainian culture in New York City. Organizers state that proceeds will go to support Ukraine; primary fundraising purpose is to finance a reconnaissance drone for an artillery brigade, with an indicated equipment cost of 105,000 UAH plus 15,000 UAH for a controller. Remaining proceeds are designated to support the Nadia child rehabilitation center in Lubny. The event description identifies a community-oriented gathering combining short-distance running with cultural observance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
