Rising New York Road Runners at the Popular Brooklyn Half
***Due to forecasted weather conditions, Saturday's Rising
New York Road Runners event at the Popular® Brooklyn Half has been cancelled.***
We’d been looking forward to the event as much as you.
You may pick up your child’s medal and souvenir New Balance hat at
the NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the NB Run Hub at 320 West 57th Street starting
at 12:00 noon on Saturday, May 19, through Friday, June 1, while supplies last.
Please note: the Popular® Brooklyn Half is proceeding as scheduled.
Thank you for your understanding.
Kids are invited to conquer the Coney Island boardwalk on May 19 with Rising New York Road Runners at the Popular® Brooklyn Half. This one-of-a-kind event takes place in the heart of Coney Island and is open to Stage 2 and 3 participants. The event will feature an unforgettable one-mile run on the boardwalk that starts and finishes at the Popular Brooklyn Half finish line.
Event hashtags: #RisingNYRR and #PopularBKHalf–use them in your tweets, Instagrams, and Facebook posts!
Stages
The chart below is a guide to the stages available at this event. Use the chart to determine the appropriate stage for your child.
Stage | Ages | Event Type | Register If... |
2 | 8 to 18 |
Non-competitive Untimed medium distances Fitness activities |
Your child likes running, but isn’t ready for a competitive event. Your child likes playing games and being active. |
3 | 12 to 18 |
Competitive Timed longer distances Fitness activities |
Your child is comfortable running a longer distance and racing other kids in a competitive setting. |
Schedule
Event | Start Time | Distance |
Stage 3 Girls | 11:30 a.m. | 1 Mile |
Stage 3 Boys | 11:50 a.m. | 1 Mile |
Stage 2 Girls | 12:10 p.m. | 1 Mile |
Stage 2 Boys | 12:30 p.m. | 1 Mile |
Kids Can Visit the Intrepid Museum for Free
On event days, your child’s Rising New York Road Runners bib will get them free admission to the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, with the purchase of a full-priced adult ticket. Just present your race bib at the Intrepid’s box office to receive this offer.
Course Info
The out-and-back course will start and finish at the Popular® Brooklyn Half finish line, with a turnaround point at the halfway mark on the Coney Island Boardwalk.
Entry Fees
All Participants |
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Free |
Number Pickup & Registration
Numbers may be picked up at the Popular® Brooklyn Half Pre-Party presented by New Balance on Wednesday, May 16, Thursday, May 17, and Friday, May 18. The Pre-Party will take place at Pier 2 in Brooklyn Bridge Park.
Pre-Party Hours
- Wednesday, May 16: 12:00–10:00 p.m.
- Thursday, May 17: 12:00–10:00 p.m.
- Friday, May 18: 12:00–10:00 p.m.
Show the QR code from your confirmation email or your My NYRR account to pick up your materials. Please pick up during the week to avoid crowds on event day.
On event day, numbers will be available at Race-Day Central, located at West 15th Street between Surf Avenue and the Coney Island Boardwalk, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Event-day lines may impact your ability to get to the start on time. New Balance hats, the souvenir for this event, will be available on race day only at Race-Day Central and are subject to availability.
All information is subject to change.
Awards
All finishers will receive a medal. Top finishers in Stage 3 heats will be given podium awards.
DATE
Saturday, May 19, 2018 11:30am
LOCATION
Brooklyn
DISTANCE
1 Mile
RACE TYPES
Finisher Medals
Stage 2
Stage 3
Youth
EVENT HASHTAG
#RisingNYRR and #PopularBKHalf
RACE STATUS
Cancelled