As summer rolls into autumn, children go back to school, leaves fall, and the heat and humidity of August disappear with the last days of summer. September brings perfect running temperatures, and there are an abundance of races going on in the greater New York City area this month to take advantage of this weather. Whether you are looking to participate in a charity event, remember the 8th anniversary of September 11th, participate in a NYC Marathon qualifier, or test your endurance in a longer distance race, there is something for everyone. Check out what's going on.
9/11 Commemoration
September 6: Run to Remember
5k run, Governor's Island
This first annual event will honor those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. Runners are able to customize their bibs to indicate if they are running in memory of a loved one. Race day registration is possible from 8 am-10:45 am before the kick-off of this event.
Charity Races
September 13: Race for the Cure
5k run/walk, Central Park, Manhattan
This race is the premier fundraiser hosted annually by the Greater NYC Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, the world's largest network of breast cancer survivors. The event expects to have 25,000 participants, including individuals and teams. All proceeds go toward the fight against breast cancer.
September 26: Race for the Kids
4k run/walk, Riverside Park, Manhattan
This race is hosted by Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC
Long-Distance Events
September 20: Yonkers Marathon
September NYRR Races
NYRR hosts four races this month which all count as qualifiers for the 2010 NYC Marathon; all four races are currently still open for registration.
September 12: Fitness Mind, Body, Spirit Games (4 miles)
September 20: Queens Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
September 26: Continental Airlines 5th Avenue Mile (1 mile)
September 27: ING NYC Marathon Tune-Up (18 miles)
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