2026 Komen Greater NYC Race for the Cure
2026 Komen Greater NYC Race for the Cure
Join us for the 2026 Komen Greater New York City Race for the Cure at Foley Square and walk the Brooklyn Bridge (for this year only) and feel the presence of our ONE community every step of the way.
Whether you walk, run or participate virtually, ending breast cancer needs all of us.
Days to Race
Special Announcement
New Location: We are changing things up this year and taking you from one iconic New York location to another. This year we will be at Foley Square in downtown Manhattan and walk the Brooklyn Bridge!
2026 T-Shirt Program: All t-shirts will be mailed for this year's event and there will be no event day shirt pickup of any kind. Register early to guarantee your shirt arrives before event day!
Our Progress
Raised $36,710
Our Goal $770,000.00
15 Registered and counting! Sign up today!
Event Day Details
Foley Square
111 Worth St.
New York, NY
10013
Schedule
October 18 - 24 | Power of ONE Week
8:00 a.m. | On-site registration opens
9:15 a.m. | Race Day Opening Ceremony
9:30 a.m. | Race/Walk Begins
Local Event FAQs
What is the cost to register?
Registration fees:
Adult: $40
Virtual Adult: $40
Youth (under 18): $30
Virtual Youth (under 18): $30
How long is the walk? The walk is approximately two miles.
Can I bring my dog(s) to the event? Yes! Dogs are allowed to join us on the course and in the event area. Please keep your dog(s) leashed at all times for the safety of your dog and other event participants.
Can I walk the Race? Absolutely! This year’s event will only offer a walk option. There will be no route for runners.
Why We Race
Mary's Story
I’ve lost an aunt to breast cancer and over the years, some of my very best friends on my team have gone through a diagnosis. While I hate adding names to my Race bib, I know the money I raise supports crucial work to help find the cures to end breast cancer.
-Mary R.
2026 Race Shirt
Every registered participant will receive an event T-shirt. Shirts for survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer will be in special colors to recognize their role in our event.
Participants who register by Sunday, September 27, 2026 will have their shirts mailed prior to Race day, without exception. Those who register after Sunday, September 27, 2026 will receive their shirt(s) by mail after the event.
Please note: there will be no t-shirts available for pick up either pre-event or on event day. Thank you for your commitment to Susan G. Komen and our efforts to simplify our t-shirt process.
Activities for Survivors and Those Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer
This event is a celebration of the strength and resilience of our entire breast cancer community, especially people living with living with metastatic breast cancer. We honor these members of our community at:
Hope Village Celebration | 8:30 a.m.
Pathway of Hope/Survivor Parade | 9:00 a.m.
Three ways to help Susan G. Komen
Race for the Cure is Susan G. Komen’s premier 5K running event. Registration fees get you to the starting line, but your fundraising and generosity will help us cross the finish line to our vision of a world without breast cancer.
Fundraise
Every dollar you raise helps us drive research, provide care, unify communities and take action in our mission to end breast cancer.
Donate on behalf of a participant
Ready to make a difference? Search for a participant or team now to donate on their behalf.
Give to the event goal
Ending breast cancer needs all of us. Give directly to our event and help us reach our $770,000.00 goal.
Fundraise and Get Rewarded
Our Race fundraisers are rewarded with amazing Komen swag!
Fundraisers ensure Komen can make a difference in the lives of people impacted by breast cancer. Race fundraisers earn points for every dollar raised to be redeemed for exclusive Komen swag. Visit https://www.komen.org/komenincentives to see all items available.
Program details: $1 raised = 1 point earned. Redeem at any time, as often as you like, for as many items as you like, based on your points available. Points expire after 18 months of no fundraising activity.
All items subject to availability. Reward redemption account information will be sent via email from komenincentives@genumark.com when the first $100 is raised.
Visit ShopKomen to stock up on even more gear.
Foley Square Race Highlights
Join us this year at the iconic Foley Square and walk the Brooklyn Bridge
Cheer on your friends and family
Feel the energy of New York City
Leaderboard
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Top Participants
Top Teams
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Over the past 30 years, Komen's research investment played a role
in 29 breast cancer-fighting drugs approved by the FDA.
Your support helps develop more effective treatments for breast cancer patients.
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Thank You to Our National Sponsors
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Thank You to Our Local Sponsors
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