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GK5K 2026

Global Kids' Annual 5K Run/Walk & Family Day 

Join us on Saturday, October 17, 2026! 

Race kicks off at 9:30 AM, rain or shine

@ Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, NY

Please arrive by 9:00 AM for check-in/registration

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Course Details

Look for the start/finish line by the Queens Theatre / behind the Queens Museum!

Flushing Meadows Corona Park  -  Unisphere / Center Area
14 United Nations Ave S, Corona, NY 11368
Having trouble finding us? Try plugging these coordinates into your GPS:
40.744619, -73.844330
The closest subway stop is at Mets-Willets point. Take the exit towards Flushing Meadows Park. Registration will take place in front of the Queens Museum, a 10-minute walk from the subway.
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About the Annual 5K Event

Global Kids’ Annual 5K Run/Walk/Push takes place at Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens each fall, bringing together nearly two hundred students, families, volunteers, GK staff, and members of the community. 

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The fundraising initiative is spearheaded by Global Kids’ Young Professionals Committee and supported by various corporate sponsors and community partners.​

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The event includes:

  • 5K Fun Run or Timed Run

    • Participants can choose to complete the course at their own pace OR a competitive timed run against peers in their corresponding age group.

  • Awards Ceremony & Prizes

  • Medals & complimentary swag for all participants
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