Faith in Children - 5K Run/Walk (Kids and Dogs Run Too!)
- Date
- October 18, 2026
- Distance
- Faith in Children - 5K Run/Walk (Kids and Dogs Run Too!) · Kids Fun Run/Walk + Activities (Kids 7 and Under) · 5K Run/Walk - Tweens (8 to 11) & more
From the Organizer
Let's run/walk to help support the physical, mental, and emotional health of individuals and families. All proceeds will go towards Mindfulness Education, Community-based Outreach and Nourished Bellies programs to families in the United States, Canada, Brazil, Malawi and Madagascar.
Join in person at the beautiful Randall's Island Park in NYC. T-shirt, bib number pick up at the day of the event.
- Bib and medal (For adults, teens and children)/ T-shirt is available for purchase.
- Race bandana, bib and medal (For dogs)
- Refreshments and snacks (For everyone)
- Goodie bag for dogs and kids.
Or, Join the International Virtual 5K Run/Walk (Open Donation) includes:
- Virtual certificate
100% of proceeds benefits Faith in Children's Initiatives:
- Nourished Bellies USA: Monthly delivery of food and refreshments. Harlem - NY.
- Community Outreach USA: Yearly hygienic products distribution. Harlem - NY
- Nourished Bellies Brazil: Monthly food baskets delivery to the following communities: Águas compridas, Gravatá, Abreu e Lima - Pernambuco).
- Community Outreach: Sawing
- Nourished Bellies Madagascar: Drinkable, clean water to 3 schools and 1 village. Anklimarovahastsy, Ambosary II, Lavandradra, Seveipoty - Ambovombe.
- Nourished Bellies Canada: Food and refreshments distribution - Ontario, Toronto.
- Mindfulness Education USA: Mindfulness, meditation, sound bath and mindful reading - Long Beach, New York.
- Mindfulness Education Malawi: Mindfulness Program at Dzaleka Refugee Camp and in 20 schools - Dowa district, Lilongwe.
Follow us on Instagram: @faithinchildren to learn more about our mission and how your impact is benefiting individuals and families in different countries.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
62°
Typical Low
49°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Molloy Cercom, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About New York, NY
Elevation
34 ft
Nearest Airport
ISP
Long Island MacArthur Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
JFK
John F. Kennedy International Airport · 39 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Waiting For?
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- Race
- Faith in Children - 5K Run/Walk (Kids and Dogs Run Too!)
- Date
- October 18, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Faith in Children - 5K Run/Walk (Kids and Dogs Run Too!)?
- Faith in Children - 5K Run/Walk (Kids and Dogs Run Too!) is a running race held in New York, New York on October 18, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Faith in Children - 5K Run/Walk (Kids and Dogs Run Too!)?
- Sunday, October 18, 2026 in New York, New York at 20 Randalls Island Park, New York, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Faith in Children - 5K Run/Walk (Kids and Dogs Run Too!)?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Faith in Children - 5K Run/Walk (Kids and Dogs Run Too!)
Oct 18, 2026