49th Annual NYPD vs FDNY 5 Mile Run
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About the Race
Come out and run in the 49th Annual NYPD vs FDNY 5 Mile Run brought to you by the NYPD and FDNY Running Clubs. Start time: 9:30AM This race starts and finishes in Central Park on the 102nd Street Transverse closer to the West Side. Online registration for this event will close on Thursday, Mar 5 , 2026 at 2359 hours. Registrations received prior to February 16 will be mailed. Registrations received after Feb 16 will be available for pick up at Day of pick up, and post race awards, will be at ...
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How hard is the 49th Annual NYPD vs FDNY 5 Mile Run Other?
We don't have a verified elevation profile yet — check the organizer's course map for the climb breakdown.
What should I wear?
Dress for ~10°F warmer than the standing temperature once you start running. Throwaway long-sleeve at the start, gloves and a hat for sub-50°F mornings, singlet plus visor when it climbs above 60°F. The race-day forecast above is the source of truth closer to the date.
When does it sell out?
No published deadline. Most races raise the entry fee in tiers and can sell out without warning — sign up early if you're committed.
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