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NYC Race of Hope

NYC Race of Hope is a running race on May 1, 2027 in New York, NY.

Date
May 1, 2027 (236 days to go)
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

NEW LOCATION IN CENTRAL PARK!

Join Hope for Depression Research Foundation at the 2026 NYC Race of Hope. Help raise awareness and funds for groundbreaking research as we work to find the cure for depression. 

The 5K (3.1 mile) race follows a beautiful, brand-new course through the quiet northern sections of Central Park, with the start and finish line celebration at the newly constructed Davis Center. 

May 10 is Mother's Day and the Race of Hope is a great way to start the day with someone you love. 

GEAR: First 300 to pickup

SOLD OUT!

REGISTRATION:

• $25 - Students: Up to 5/10/26 @ 9:45 am (Student Tickets are valid for Elementary - College up to age 22.)

• $35 - Adults: Up to 5/10/26 @ 9:45 am

 

Events

Student- 5k Race Registration
Adult - 5k Race Registration
PRIORITY REGISTRATION - 2027 NYC Race of Hope

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

68°

Typical Low

51°

Chance of Rain

38%

Based on US Climate Normals data from New York Cntrl Pk Twr, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 5:54 AMSunset 7:52 PMDaylight 13h 58m

Host City

About New York, NY

City 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

From Endurance Grid

Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at NYC Race of Hope, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

236

Days to train

Race
NYC Race of Hope
Date
May 1, 2027

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From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

Read the Guide

Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NYC Race of Hope?
NYC Race of Hope is a running race held in New York, New York on May 1, 2027. 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 NYC Race of Hope?
Saturday, May 1, 2027 in New York, New York at Davis Center. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the NYC Race of Hope?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

NYC Race of Hope

May 1, 2027

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