Runstreet NYC Comeback Art Run 5K

Join Runstreet for the NYC Comeback Art Run 5k! Let’s help our city bounce back from the pandemic and reunite for a fun 5K to see all the new street art in Lower Manhattan — from the Lower East Side to Chinatown and beyond. See NYC’s best street art. Everyone welcome!

The run will be a relaxed pace, 10-minute-mile average pace, plus stops for photos and learning about the murals along the way. You will get amazing running + art photos, meet new people and reconnect with your city.

This will be a point-to-point run that begins at First Street Green Cultural Park and ends at the World Trade Center. There will be a mobile bag check available.

FAQs

Where do we begin the run?

At Essex Market, located at 88 Essex Street, on the corner of Essex and Delancey streets. We will meet on the upper level.

Where does the run end?

At the starting point, at Essex Market.

How long is the run?

5K or 3.1 miles

How fast do we run?

We go at an average pace of 10-minute miles, and also stop for photos and learning about the art along the way. We also stop for traffic lights as the streets will not be closed for this run.

I am a beginner. Can I still join?

Yes! You just have to be able to run 3.1 miles, with a few stops/breaks along the way.

Will there be a bag drop?

Yes, there will be a mobile bag check. Runstreet is not responsible for any lost, broken, or misplaced items so we encourage you to leave valuables at home or keep them on you.

What are the covid precautions?

All Runstreet staff are fully vaccinated against covid-19. All runners must wear a mask at the starting and endpoint of the run and masks are mandatory in any crowded areas we may pass during the run. There are limited spots for the event and we encourage everyone to stay gapped when possible during the run.

Are kids or dogs allowed?

Yes! Kids under 12 are free and dogs are free. Dogs must be up to date on all vaccinations, have no aggression issues, and be used to running 5K in the city. Kids and teens ages 16 and under must be accompanied by a legal guardian.

What is the event hashtag?

Follow and tag and use hashtag #ComebackArtRun in posts to enter the photo contest.

What if I cannot make the event?

You can request credit toward a future Runstreet event or you can transfer your ticket ahead of the event to another runner. The replacement runner must sign the Runstreet Event Waiver. Email [email protected] with the full name and email of the replacement runner.

Host or Publisher Runstreet