NYRR 8000
Saturday, March 13 / Distance: 8K / Time: 8:00 a.m. / Central Park / S, Q, C [Key]
Weather Update: The NYRR 8000 will take place, as scheduled, on Saturday, March 13, at 8:00 a.m.

Go for a PR at the rarely run 8K distance at the NYRR 8000. It's 8000 meters (nearly 5 miles) of wicked good fun!

Course

All courses are subject to change. Check back here the day before the race for final confirmation.

Start on Central Park’s East Drive at 101st Street and head north. Turn left/west onto the 102nd Street Transverse and left/south onto West Drive. Continue around the park to the finish on East Drive at 99th Street.

Click here for a course map.

Number Pickup /Registration

Entrants are required to pick up their numbers, scoring tags, and race souvenirs at New York Road Runners (9 East 89th Street) on:

• Thursday, March 11, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Friday, March 12, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Saturday, March 13, 6:30-7:30 a.m.

On race day, t-shirts (ONLY) will be distributed in Central Park near the start from 6:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. Shirts will not be available after the race.

Post- Race

Join us after the race for the awards ceremony. Awards for the NYRR 8000 will be given in all applicable NYRR age categories. [Awards breakdown]

Online Training

No matter what your goal or distance, NYRR and Training Peaks can be with you every step of the way as you prepare to go the distance. Sign up now for a training plan from coach Andrew Kastor for the marathon, half-marathon, 10K, or 5K. [More]

Volunteer

If you are interested in volunteering at this race, click here.

Travel

Book flights, hotels, car services, and more through the Official Travel Partner of NYRR, Anthony Travel. You get convenience, guaranteed rooms, and great rates - from a travel agency who understands the priorities of runners. Call 800.736.6377 or e-mail nyrr@anthonytravel.com.

Entry Fees

  Members * Jr/Sr Members * Non-Members
On or before February 26 $17 $9 $30
February 27 - March 12 $22 $15 $35
Event Day** $25 $20 $40

No refunds, exchanges, or transfers on entry. No credit cards accepted after number pickup begins. Cash or check only.

* Members: You must provide your NYRR member number on event day to receive your member discount; otherwise you will be charged the non-member event fee.

**All NYRR races are capped. Price and entry is subject to availability.

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Registration

Fax and online registration will close at 11:59 p.m on Tuesday, March 9. No credit cards will be accepted after this time.

Online Application
Printable Application [Get plug-in]

Race Scoring

This is a scored race that counts toward the nine races NYRR members as of January 2010 need to be eligible for guaranteed entry to the ING New York City Marathon 2011.
This race is timed using the ChronoTrack d-tag timing system. The timing device will be attached to your race number. You must remove the d-tag from your number and attach it to your shoe prior to the race. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT THE D-TAG IS ATTACHED CORRECTLY. The d-tag is disposable; it will not be collected after the race. All participants in this race must wear the d-tag in order to have their times recorded.

[D-Tag Instructions]
[Scoring and results procedures]

Baggage Facilities

Free baggage facilities will be provided as a convenience. If you are planning to use this baggage service, bring an inexpensive bag and leave your valuables at home. New York Road Runners is not responsible for lost or stolen items.


Lost and Found

The Lost and Found is located in the volunteer tent on race day. Items can also be turned-in or claimed at NYRR's front desk on the next business day following the race.


Rules of Competition

All NYRR races are organized and directed under USA Track & Field rules and regulations. Entrants must also comply with City of New York, Parks & Recreation and NYRR rules. Failure to do so may result in offenders being disqualified and possibly banned from NYRR events, including the ING New York City Marathon. [Click here for rules.]

Babystrollers / Babyjoggers are not permitted on the race course.