2025 Kids Fun Run RMHNY

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Photo by Amy Miller

Ronald McDonald House New York 26th Annual Kids Fun Run

This annual charity event, as part of the "Kids Helping Kids!" initiative, allows children to show support for those in need.

The Kids Fun Run, organized by Ronald McDonald House New York, celebrates its 27th anniversary this year. Kids ages 4 to 17 can raise money for RMHNY as part of "Kids Helping Kids!" supporting children with cancer and other serious illnesses. 

The 2025 Kids Fun Run takes place live in Central Park on October 25th, and the event also extends virtually, allowing participants to join from anywhere between October 25th and November 1st.

In Person Race Details

• Date: Saturday, October 25th
• Time: 9:15AM Opening Ceremony & Warmups
• Location: Central Park, Naumburg Bandshell
• Registration: $35 per runner *Early bird special $30 if you sign up by Oct 10th 5pm
• Distances and Race Times: Participants will race in separate time slots and distances based on age. Ages 4 to 12 will each have individual time slots, followed by a shared time slot for 13- and 14-year-olds, and a combined slot for 15-, 16-, and 17-year-olds. View the Full Race Schedule Here

Virtual Race Details

• Date: October 25th - November 1st 
• Virtual Experience: Launches Oct 26th 
• Location: Your home or neighborhood
• Registration: $35 per runner *Early bird special $30 if you sign up by Oct 10th 5pm

Swag

All those who register will receive a T-shirt and a ribbon.

Fundraising Prizes

Prizes based on funds raised will be distributed as follows:

• $50 - Fun Run Towel
• $100 - RMH-NY Sunglasses
• $250 - Sports Pack
• $1,000 - (2) Skate With The Great Tickets
• $2,500 - iPad Pro (latest model) 

Top 2 fundraisers will also receive latest Airpods! Prizes will be mailed to eligible virtual fundraisers by November 30th.

About Ronald McDonald House New York

Ronald McDonald House New York provides a caring home away from home for families with seriously ill children. They offer essential services to remove barriers, strengthen families, and promote healing, allowing families to stay close to the medical care their children need. Their mission is to ease the burden during difficult times by creating a strong, compassionate circle of support centered on health equity and family well-being.