Hosted by New York Road Runners, the annual race sent participants on a 6.2-mile course through the park, passing iconic landmarks including the Unisphere and the Queens Museum.
Now in its 13th year, the Citizens Queens 10K has become one of the borough's signature running events, drawing 11,600 adult athletes from across New York City and beyond.
More than 1,000 children also participated in the accompanying Flushing Meadows Kids Run, which featured free races and dashes for young runners.
The Citizens Queens 10K is the fourth of six races in the NYRR Five-Borough Series, showcasing New York Road Runners' commitment to the individuals and communities in each borough.
For the third consecutive year, Citizens served as the title sponsor, hosting a post-race festival in Flushing Meadows Corona Park celebrating both runners and the Queens community. The festival offered music from a live DJ; family-friendly games and activities; delicious summer treats from a popsicle truck and brownies from Queens Night Market vendor Dilena's Dolcini; exciting raffle prizes; and fun photo opportunities.
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