
The Manhattanite 10K and 5K is a running race on December 5, 2026 in New York, NY, with entry fees from $55 to $65.
From the Organizer
The seldom-seen Freedom Tunnel will echo with the sound of your feet as you run over it and through NYC's quintessential Riverside Park. Wedged between the historical Upper West Side neighborhood and the Hudson River this venue is known for its gorgeous views of Manhattan’s waterfronts, lush greenery, and myriad walking and biking paths. Enjoy it all with a course that will leave you wanting to explore more of this 150-year-old park designed by America's renowned landscape architect Fredrick Law Olmsted.
Location: Riverside Park - Entry on 84th Street and Riverside Drive (New start location this year due to construction)
The course is 3.1 miles long. 10K runners complete it twice. Every loop is timed and splits uploaded in real-time!
Water Stations: There will be water stations about every 1.5 miles along the course. " Grab and Go" stations with water, Gatorade, and Gels.
Technical T-shirt: male & female cut
Personalized video finisher
4" Die-Cast Medal with full-color ribbon
Awards/Plaques for Top 3 overall Male and Female IN EACH DISTANCE.
Award medals for Top 3 Age Groups Male and Female 19 & under, 20's-70's.
Post Race bagels, cream cheese spreads, organic jelly, and peanut butter.
ATTENTION:
Packet Pick-up is only on race day.
Bring picture I.D.
You will receive a bib with a timing chip attached to it.
Events
Weather
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
47°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from New York Cntrl Pk Twr, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
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
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The Manhattanite 10K and 5K
Dec 5, 2026