EVENT INFO Jamaica Q 5K Walk/Run October 10, 2026 6:45AM Check-In (Cutoff time is 7:45AM) 8:00AM Start - Rain or Shine Jamaica, Queens Jamaica, Queens is known as a vibrant hub of strength, community, and culture. This USATF-certified 5K run is designed to promote meaningful community connections through a day of fitness and physical activity. The course route promotes attention on Downtown Jamaica’s commercial corridors and highlights historic landmarks throughout the neighborhood. We create additional positive economic impact by donating a portion of net proceeds to a local community or educational program Get a head start on the race! Register now and save with our Early Bird Special! Just $20 per ticket until March 31st! All participants receive a race day shirt & finisher medal! AMENITIES Participants of the Walk/Run will receive a T-shirt and Finisher Medal Water Stations & Porta Potty locations FREE mobile lockers while supplies last. AWARDS Top 3 M/F/X: Overall Top 3 M/F Age Groups: 17 & under, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ Company Awards: Most participation from a company BENEFICIARY Net proceeds will be donated to a local community/or educational program - TBD
Races Offered
5K Run/Walk
Oct 10, 2026
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5K
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$ 20.00
Team of 15
Oct 10, 2026
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5K
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$ 300.00
Virtual MM/DD - MM/DD
Oct 10, 2026
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5K
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$ 25.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Jamaica.
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16.5° / 24.0°
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15.7° / 23.3°
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Avg sunshine hours
8h 49m
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Avg rainfall
4.2 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
11.8 km/h (Light breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
High
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Course conditions
Hard and dry surface
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Max UV Index
Moderate (5.0)
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Humidity
73.6%
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Sunrise
06:36
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Sunset
19:02
About Jamaica
Learn more about the host city, Jamaica.
Jamaica is a neighborhood in the New York City borough of Queens. Jamaica is bordered by Hollis, Queens Village, St. Albans, and Cambria Heights to the east; South Jamaica, Rochdale Village, John F. Kennedy International Airport, and Springfield Gardens to the south; Laurelton and Rosedale to the southeast; Richmond Hill, South Ozone Park, and Aqueduct Racetrack to the west and southwest; Briarwood to the northwest; and Kew Gardens Hills, Jamaica Hills, and Jamaica Estates to the north.
