Events
Place
Prospect Park Southwest & Park Circle
Brooklyn, NY US 11218
Description
A 5K Run/Walk in Prospect Park Brooklyn on Sunday, May 20, 2018 at 9:00 AM, with a start and finish at Park Circle Lawn.
The Race for Edie 5K Run/Walk is a celebration of Edie Perkins, an avid runner and cyclist, well-known for her speed and quick wit in the NY running and cycling communities. On April 20, 2017 while on a solo morning bike ride, Edie was hit by an SUV whose driver was momentarily blinded by the sun. The accident and resulting spinal cord injuries left Edie paralyzed from the chest down, but that hasn't stopped her. Edie is back home in LA living and working independently and also back to racing in a hand chair. This event will bring together local athletes, friends, colleagues and members of Edie's community to raise money and awareness for Edie Perkins, funding her ongoing recovery efforts to live her best and fullest life possible.
Online registration will end on Friday, May 18 at 12:00 PM. Race Day registration available.
Number Pickup & Pre-Race Activities
Number & T-shirt pick up + Race Day Registration begins at 8am. Extra T-shirts available for sale while supplies last.
If running or walking isn't your thing, join us for a cup of coffee and a baked good. Coffee is on the house!
Course Map
The course begins approximately ¼ mile inside the entrance at Park Circle at Prospect Park Southwest & Park Circle. Runners will follow the park’s main loop drive, completing a 5K lap of the park to finish near the starting point.
Click the icon below to download the attached PDF.
Prize Money
$1000 total Prize Money awarded across top two men and women overall, top two men and women age-graded performance as well as top two hand cycle athletes. First place $150, Second place $50 in each category.
Raffle Prizes
Register by May 11th for automatic entry into our raffle of fabulous good from our amazing sponsors. Thank You!
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Race Contact Info
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Getting There
Closest train stop to race start is Fort Hamilton Pkwy (F,G). If driving, please allow plenty of time to look for parking around the park.
Directions
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