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Crotona Park 5K

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calendar_today 02 May, 2026

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About the Event

The Crotona 5K promises to be an exciting and challenging course for runners of all skill levels. This 5K race will take runners through some of the most beautiful and historic areas of Crotona Park, with stunning views of the lake and the surrounding trees.

The race will begin at 9:30 am by the Crotona Ave and Claremont Pkwy, and runners will follow a winding course through the park, with plenty of hills and turns to keep things interesting. Along the way, runners will pass by some of the park's most notable landmarks, including the Indian Lake.

As with all Race The Bronx events, the Crotona 5K is about more than just running. It's about celebrating the beauty and diversity of our borough, and bringing together members of the community for a fun and challenging outdoor experience. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to try something new, we hope you'll join us for this exciting race in one of the Bronx's most treasured parks.

Regular Price: $30 (Available until 30 days before the event)
Early Bird Discount: Register early and save $5!
Price After 30 Days Left: $35 (Available from 30 days before the event until 7 days before the event)
Price Increase with a Week to Go: $40 (Available from 7 days before the event until the day before the event)
Same Day Registration: $50 (Available on the event day for participants who didn't register in advance)

A prize will be awarded to the 1st place male and 1st place female.

Finisher Medals will be provided to all participants. 

This event is directed by an RRCA Certified Race Director.
 

Races Offered

Crotona Park 5K

May 02, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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09:30

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$30.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Bronx.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat 11.6° / 21.4°
wb_sunny 9.6° / 19.6°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 10.9 /
water_drop 71.1%

About Bronx

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The Bronx is one of the five boroughs of New York. Known for Yankee Stadium, the home field of the New York Yankees baseball team, it has been a borough of New York City since 1898. The vast Bronx Zoo houses hundreds of species of animals. Nearby, the sprawling New York Botanical Garden features a landmark greenhouse with rainforest and cactus displays. By the Hudson River, Wave Hill is a landscaped public garden with wooded paths and a cultural center.

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