From freezing vibes in December to Summer, the Bayside 5K is BACK!
Fresh off the most successful race ever Launched by Queens Distance Runners, the Fall edition of the Queens Marathon/QDR HalfMarathon and 10K, we’re humbled and thrilled to bring the Bayside 5K to BELL BLVD, 35TH AVENUE AND CROCHERON PARK.
This is more than a race—it’s the next chapter of bringing our events to our neighborhoods for our families and communities to enjoy!
ALL CURRENT STUDENTS OF BAYSIDE HIGH SCHOOL AND CARDOZO HIGH SCHOOL ARE ELIGIBLE FOR FREE ENTRY! EMAIL [email protected] FOR YOUR CODE!
QDR has plenty of history in Bayside, from planting our roots on the Joe Michael’s Mile 5K in 2013, to the Inaugural Bayside 5K back in the Summer of 2018 exclusively in Crocheron Park, and then bridging them together with our 30K Tune-Up in 2019, this street race continues to grow.
COURSE- TWO LOOPS. Heading north on Bell Blvd (traffic is CLOSED) and makes a RIGHT turn on 35th Avenue. You'll see the turnaround point along Crocheron Park, then returns to Bell Blvd where you will loop back to complete one more lap for your 5k.
📍 Start and Finish: Bell Blvd—Bayside’s bustling hub!
🏁 Course: A two-loop 5K weaving through Bell Blvd, 35th Ave, and the picturesque Crocheron Park.
Let’s make the Bayside 5K a family tradition to remember!
EARLY BIB BIB - Saturday: 2PM-3PM @ Stretch Bayside (38-46 Bell Blvd) COMPLIMENTARY 15 MINUTE RECOVERY BOOT SESSION
RACE DAY- Sunday: 8AM–9AM @ One Station Plaza (Bathrooms Available)
8:00 AM: Bib pickup begins at OSP
8:30 AM: Volunteers + NYPD set the course — warm-up with caution
9:05 AM:Race Start
10:00 AM: Awards Ceremony + Brunch @ One Station Plaza
ENJOY 50% OFF SET-MENU AFTER THE RACE AT OSP!
INAUGURAL QUEENS CREW CUP2026 ANNUAL QDR RACE CHALLENGE
The Queens Crew Cup Challenge is a season-long points competition for Queens-based run crews and clubs, beginning with Immigrants Run NYC and culminating at the Queens Marathon & QDR Half Marathon. Teams earn points by competing across a series of QDR races that prioritize accessibility, community, and borough pride, with standings tracked throughout the year.
Races currently open for registration include QDR Half Marathon, 10K & 5K, Run Hustle Run 5K, Forest Park Runners 4 Mile Classic and Ridgewood Runners 5K & more!
The Challenge rewards consistency, participation, and depth—celebrating crews that show up for Queens all season long. When you register for races, make sure to indicate which team you will rep!
The Men's and Women's first-place team from each race will receive their prize, presented at their regular meetup location so the respective crew can celebrate together.
Total Price may be more or less based on additional registration options such as donations.
*Includes processing fee
Pricing5K- $35
QDR Member5K- $30
QDR+5K-$25
Members of Queens Distance will receive a Race Specific code in our newsletter. You may email us at [email protected] for the Member code.
Individuals/Families enrolled in QDR+ will be emailed specific codes via email.
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Form a Team with friends or family! This is optional and may not have any affiliated awards.
Registration fees are used toward race expenses and cannot be returned once you sign up.
