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When and where will the NYC Pizza Run take place?
What does participating entail?
How do I register?
Do I have to register online beforehand?
Who can participate?
How much does it cost to participate?
Are there prizes?
Is there a charitable component to the race?
How do I get to the race?
Can I come and watch?
What if it rains?
Will there be a place to store personal items at the event?
Where is the pizza from?
Where is the afterparty?
What if I have allergies or dietary restrictions?
When and where will the NYC Pizza Run take place?
The 2023 NYC Pizza Run will take place on Sunday, October 1st in Brooklyn’s Fort Greene Park which is located in the Fort Greene neighborhood near downtown Brooklyn. The run begins promptly at 11:00AM. Participants are asked to arrive no later than 10:45AM. Check-in takes place on the northeast corner of the park near the intersection of Myrtle Avenue and Washington Park. This is also the location of the starting line and finish line.
What does participating entail?
Starting at 11:00AM, participants will run three laps around the park, counterclockwise. The total distance of the race is 3.1 miles. After lap 1 and lap 2, there will be a “pizza station” set up where participants must stop to eat a slice of pizza before they can continue with the next lap. The first person to complete the run will be crowned the NYC Pizza Run Champion!
Registration is simple. Just click here and fill out the registration form!
Do I have to register online beforehand?
Yes. All participants must register beforehand, as there will be no walkups the day of the event. Please note that space is extremely limited and we expect the run to sell out well in advance.
The event is open to anyone and everyone. Although some people take this run competitively, everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate at their own pace.
How much does it cost to participate?
The cost of participation is $60 (although we occasionally offer discounts on Eventbrite, including an “early bird” special). This fee includes the following: an official race bib, an NYC Pizza Run t-shirt, two slices of pizza to be consumed during the race, a tote bag to be distributed following the race, and a free drink at DSK German Beer Garden after the race. A portion of the proceeds will also be donated to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
Absolutely! This is a competition, after all. Prizes for the top two male and top two female finishers will be announced the week prior to the event.
Is there a charitable component to the race?
Yes! A portion of the proceeds from this event will be donated to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). You can learn more about the organization here. JDRF is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes research. If you’d like to make an additional donation to the organization, you can do so here.
The closest subway stations to the park are Dekalb Avenue (Q/R), Nevins Street (2/3/4/5) and Fulton Street (G). From those stations it’s about a 15 minute walk.
Of course. Even if you don’t want to participate… and don’t know anyone participating, we still think you’ll have a fun time checking out the action.
The event will take place rain or shine.
Will there be a place to store personal items at the event?
Although there will be an area to put your items, the area will not be monitored by our volunteers. We suggest leaving all valuables at home. Even better – bring a friend to hold on to your stuff while you run!
The pizza you’ll be eating during the race will be provided by Table 87 – “The Home Of The Coal Oven Slice.” We think it’s delicious and we know you will too!
The afterparty will take place at DSK Beer Garden (710 Fulton Street). All participants will receive a free drink ticket.
What if I have allergies or dietary restrictions?
All of the pizza contains cheese and gluten. Unfortunately, we cannot make special accommodations for individuals at this time.
