Race Information

VCTC Cross Country Summer Series
Bronx, NY
City Location
Bronx County
May 18, 2023 - Thursday
5K trail run
Jun 1, 2023 - Thursday
5K trail run
Jun 15, 2023 - Thursday
5K trail run
Jun 29, 2023 - Thursday
4M relay
Jul 13, 2023 - Thursday
5K trail run
Jul 27, 2023 - Thursday
5K trail run
Aug 10, 2023 - Thursday
5K trail run
  • Race Information
  • Details from event's RunSignUp.com listing:

    Plz RSVP for our 8/10 post race celebrations here:

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    If you’re looking for a true cross country racing experience, historic Van Cortlandt Park is number one in NYC for a good reason. The classic Tortoise and Hare 5k course will have you punching your way up those hills and flying down the other side. Come have fun in a safe, family friendly atmosphere where you’ll not only be surrounded by lovely people but many experienced racers as well.

    Register for any race INDIVIDUALLY or signup for the ENTIRE SERIES and save big $$$!

    Discount code for ages 17 and under: VCTCHS

    Day of race registration is $5 extra and ends at 6:45pm so plz arrange to arrive early. 

    Bib pickup and checkin begins 5:30pm on race day

    Only Full Series Registrants will receive a custom limited edition race singlet!

    Full color custom commemorative bibs!

    Races take place every other Thursday night from May 18th to August 10th!

    Race start is 7pm

    *Special 2x2M Relay Race FYI: Teams will be sorted out race day if there’s any concern, you’ll have 3 options - Full series registrants may partner (1)with another full series registrant, (2)another runner who’s not registered or (3)come alone and be partnered up by us on the race day. 

    Awards will take place immediately post race

    Raffles for swag from our archives and gifts from our sponsors post awards so stick around & win!

    Overall Winners each week will receive a Carrot Cake from Lloyd’s Famous

    Age group winners each week will receive a Carrot Cake Muffin from Lloyd’s Famous 

    Points garnered throughout the series will earn the Overall and Masters winners a special customized trophy!

     

    5k Course Map: https://www.strava.com/routes/18251130

    More races/information: https://linktr.ee/vancortlandttrackclub

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Listing Status

  • Added to our Directory
    Apr 21, 2004
  • Last Updated in our Directory
    Mar 14, 2023
  • Last checked by a snack-eating human.
    Apr 3, 2024
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