Run For Children's Smile 5K Run/Walk
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Run For Children's Smile 5K Run/Walk - Forest Park
Run For Children's Smile 5K Run/Walk takes place on October 25, 2026 in Forest Park, Queens, NY, near Victory Field at Woodhaven Blvd. and Forest Park Drive. The event includes a timed 5K run/walk and a free untimed 1K kids run for ages 5 to 12.
- 5K Run/Walk
- 1K Kids Fun Run (Ages 5-12)
Registered 5K participants receive a T-shirt. The first 200 registered participants receive a 10th Anniversary medal. Coffee and cake are provided after the event. Awards go to the top three male and female overall finishers.
The course uses paved roads and park trails, with wide closed roads and shaded paths inside Forest Park. Entrants can access the start area from Woodhaven Boulevard and walk toward Victory Field; the start, finish, and staging area are located near the blue track.
Bib pickup is handled by event staff starting one hour before the event. Registering three weeks in advance allows for a personalized bib. Last-minute registrants within 24 hours receive their bib number by text within about 90 seconds. Registration fees are non-refundable and are used toward race expenses.
Live results are available online, by email, and by text. Same-day finish-line photos and free event video are provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
