RIVERDALE RUN 2019

Event Details

The Riverdale Run 

Fees 
10k: Until 5/18/19: $45
5K: Until 5/18/19: $40
1K: Until 5/18/19: $30

Kids Dash
$5.00 Suggested donation 

Can I walk or run the, 10K, 5k 1k? 
You may walk or run either event, as long as you have completed it within 2 hours.
 
Is there a rain date?
We run rain or shine!
 
Kids Dash Details: Registration can be done at packet pick up or the day of the race
2- 6-year-olds (parents can run along)
Medals to all finishers
Face painting - bouncy castle - coloring activities
Children must pre-register for free babysitting or be with one parent
Suggested donation: $5.00
 
Do all runners receive finisher medals?
Yes.
 
Will the course be adequately marked?
Yes. 
 
Will there be Port–O-Potties on the course?
Yes! We'll have a few along the course. Please use only those designated facilities and refrain from disturbing private property.
The run begins and ends at the Riverdale Y. We have restrooms on all four floors of the building for you to use before and after the run.
 
Will the 10k, 5K, 1k, start at the same time?
No.
10K begins at 8:00 am
5K begins at 8:05 am
5k family (stroller) begins at 8:10 am

1k 8:15 am

 
Will there be a timing system?
Yes, AREEP Services will be doing our electronic timing.
 
Will there be a bag check?
Yes, in our front parking lot; if it rains, in the Y lobby
 
Is mass transit available?
From NYC, #1 train to West 231 Street and Broadway, then take northbound Bx7 or Bx10 bus to West 256 Street and Riverdale Avenue. MetroNorth Hudson line runs regular trains to the Riverdale Station

Will there be fluids on the course? At the finish?
There will be tables set up with water for the 5K, and four additional electrolyte replacement/water stations on the 10K course
There will be plenty fluids at the Y hub

Will there be medical assistance?
Yes, paramedics will be near the finish line, and there will be basic first aid supplies at water stations
 
Can I run with music, baby stroller or jogger?
We strongly discourage headphones, iPod, or any other listening devices. due to safety concerns. You will be sharing the street with drivers, this is for your own safety!
We advise that the course is exceptionally challenging for strollers/joggers (please stay to the back if you wish to bring your strollers)
 
Will there be an award ceremony? (Chip time)
We will have awards for the top male and female overall for the 10K. All runners will earn a medal.
Awards will be presented 90- 120 minutes after the start of all races
Light breakfast and snacks, water & electrolytes will be provided during the award ceremony
Beer Garden sponsored by Bronx Ale House,  & music afterward

Will there be access to The Y on Race day?
Yes…It's an Open House to all runners on Sunday. Show your membership card or bib number to have access to our facilities
Please see our website, http://www.riverdaley.org/ for more information
 
Do you need volunteers? What can I do and are there any restrictions?
We'd LOVE to have you, volunteer! We need volunteers at our fluid stations, the race central, on the field of course marshals, and lots of cheerleaders!
Volunteers must be 13+ years old. See our Volunteer page for more details.
Community service hours provided.