Van Cortlandt Track Club:Cross Country Summer Series
Date
Thu, May 28, 2026, 7:00 PM EDTLocation
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Quick take
A true cross country 5K series in NYC's historic Van Cortlandt Park, offering a challenging course, family fun, and unique carrot cake awards.
Best for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge
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Distances & registration
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5K
6 options · closes Jul 30, 2026, 3:15 PM EDT
2mo 21d 16h 6m leftVCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k - #1 The Betty & Llo…
Closes May 28, 2026, 3:15 PM EDT · From $16.90
VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#2
Closes Jun 11, 2026, 3:15 PM EDT · From $16.90
VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#3
Closes Jun 25, 2026, 3:15 PM EDT · From $16.90
VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#4
Closes Jul 9, 2026, 3:15 PM EDT · From $16.90
VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#5
Closes Jul 23, 2026, 3:15 PM EDT · From $16.90
VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#6
Closes Jul 30, 2026, 3:15 PM EDT · From $16.90
Other options
closes May 29, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
19d 20h 50m leftAll 6 XC 5k: Entire Series Registration
Closes May 29, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $75.20
0.5 Miles
3 options · closes Jul 30, 2026, 3:30 PM EDT
2mo 21d 16h 21m leftVCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#4 Kids Run
Closes Jul 9, 2026, 3:30 PM EDT · From $0.00
VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#5 Kids Run
Closes Jul 23, 2026, 3:30 PM EDT · From $0.00
VCTC Summer Series Cross Country 5k -#6 Kids Run
Closes Jul 30, 2026, 3:30 PM EDT · From $0.00
Race feel
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
Fun
Competitive
QuirkyExperience authentic cross country racing at the Van Cortlandt Track Club Summer Series in historic Van Cortlandt Park. This bi-weekly 5K series features the classic Tortoise and Hare course, known for its challenging hills and fast descents. It's a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere where you'll find both new and experienced runners. Kids races are also offered for the last three events. Stick around post-race for awards and raffles.
What to expect
• Tackle the classic Tortoise and Hare 5K course with its signature hills. • Enjoy a supportive, family-friendly atmosphere with kids races on select dates. • Compete for unique carrot cake awards and participate in post-race raffles.
Standout details
- Classic Tortoise and Hare 5K course
- Bi-weekly summer series
- Kids races available
- Carrot cake awards
Course surface
Cross-country
Based on the event listing. Check the official site for the full course map.
Ready to register?
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
From the organizer
The Van Cortlandt Track Club: Cross Country 5k Summer Series 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.
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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. It was such hit last year, we are bringing back the kids races! For the last three races we will have kids races at 7:10pm. Sign up is a must, but racing is free! Bib pickup and check in for the 5k begins 6:00pm on race day IMPORTANT: The last race, #6 is the week after race #5 on July 30, not August 6! Races take place every other Thursday night from May 29rd to July 30th! Race start is 7pm Awards will take place immediately following the 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 5k Course Map: https://www. strava. com/routes/18251130