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October 25, 2026
9AM Start Rain or Shine

Bayside Historical Society
208 Totten Ave, Fort Totten, Bayside, NY 11359

AMENITIES

• UNIQUE TO THE TOTTEN TROT: Reception and awards presented at the historic landmarked “Castle.” Beware — the occasional “spirit” of the fort may be lurking nearby!
• T-SHIRTS: Silver Anniversary commemorative T-shirts to those registered 3 weeks before race day. Features the original design created by the winning student from Bayside High School's Art Program Contest.
• RAFFLE PRIZES: Valuable gift certificates from restaurants & merchants. All runners are eligible.
• KIDS FUN RUN: 10AM - $5 Donation suggested. Sign up on Race Day. Cookie Medals given to all. Wear your favorite costume!!

EVENT SCHEDULE 

Registration Begins 7:30 AM
5K Foot Race & Walk Begins 9 AM
KIDS' FUN RUN Begins 10 AM

FREE Parking: Large parking lot at the entrance to Fort (212 Street and Cross Island Parkway) Short walk into Fort to Bayside Historical Society #208

BHS is excited to welcome back the 501st Legion's Empire City Garrison, a worldwide Star Wars costuming organization, for a special guest appearance at the Totten Trot's silver anniversary event. Don't miss the chance to pose for photos with some of your favorite Star Wars characters!

AWARDS

• Top 3 Overall M/F: First Place - $100, Second Place - $75, Third Place $50
• Best Costume Award: 5K ONLY
• Top 3 Age Groups M/F: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

BIB PICKUP

See event staff starting 1 hour before the event. Register 3 weeks in advance for a personalized bib. Bib number required for pickup; use Self Lookup or Bib Lookup if needed. Last-minute registrants (within 24 hours) will receive their bib number by text within 90 seconds.

COURSE

Waterfront course in historic Fort Totten Park on Little Neck Bay in Bayside, a pristine stretch surrounding a preserved Civil War fortress. Runners will pass through the Historic District, which consists of buildings dating to the late 1800s. The Fort is situated where the Long Island Sound meets the East River at the Throgs Neck Bridge. The start and finish are located at the landmarked Officers’ Club, home of Bayside Historical Society. The course includes a loop out onto Little Bay Path to the Throgs Neck Bridge and back to the Fort.

USATF Certified Course

KIDS' FUN RUN 10:00 AM (COSTUMES SUGGESTED): Short distance sprint for tiny tots and kids up to 12, grouped by age category. Special "Cookie Medals" for all!

MORE ABOUT THE EVENT

This fundraising event benefits the Bayside Historical Society and supports its programs, archival collections, and educational mission, and helps maintain its home in the historic landmarked Fort Totten Officers' Club, also known as "The Castle."

QUESTIONS

Please Call: 718-352-1548
Visit: www.baysidehistorical.org

RESULTS & PHOTOS

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