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It's the 30th edition of our signature mid-winter race!

From 1996 to today, the PPTC Cherry Tree 10 Miler and Relay been a fixture on the Presidents' Day weekend running calendar. Rain, sleet, snow or cold, we show up for this 10 Mile race and relay.

Run 10 miles on your own - 3 full loops of Prospect Park, or form a relay team of 3 runners, with each runner completing one 3.33-mile loop.

All entrants receive tech gloves as a race souvenir. In the interest of environmental protection and waste reduction, you can opt out from receiving the gloves.
Race day amenities include baggage check and post-race refreshments including hot chocolate, bagels and fruit.
Race Day baggage check is available at the Bluestone Cafe at the LeFrak Center at Lakeside from 8:30 am to 1 pm.
10-Mile Awards: Cash prizes of $100, $50 and $25 to the top 3 overall finishers in the Male, Female and Non-binary categories. Awards go to top 3 Male, Female, and Non-binary age group finishers: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over. Cash prize winners are ineligible for age group awards.
Relay Awards: Awards go to each member of the first team in the following categories: All Male, All Female, All Non-binary, Mixed (any combination of Male/Female/Non-binary), Youth (all members age 18 and younger), Masters (all members age 40 and over).
Course Map: The 10 mile course consists of 3 full loops around Prospect Park, plus an extra 36.988 meters to the Finish.

Time Limit

Runners have up to 2.5 hours to complete the 10 miles - this is a pace of 15 minutes per mile. Scoring mats will remain in place until 12:30 pm.

In the interest of safety, strollers and pets are prohibited from the course.

Cherry Tree race day weather is extremely variable: over the years we've experienced warm sunny days, temperatures well below freezing, pouring rain and light snow. Any decision to modify or cancel the event due to weather conditions that could adversely impact roadway safety will be announced no later than the morning of the race. Messages will be posted through email, PPTC social media, and on this website. Due to our costs incurred prior to the race, PPTC will not be able to offer entry fee refunds if the event is cancelled due to the weather.

The Cherry Tree 10-mile course is certified by USA Track & Field. Course certificate #NY23042DNB.

Prospect Park Track Club welcomes athletes of all abilities. If you have questions about our race accommodations, please email us cherrytree@pptc.org.

Registration Deadlines and Pricing

Individual 10 Mile Entry Deadline: Saturday, February 15 at 11:59 pm. There will be no Race Day registration on February 16.

Relay Team Entry Deadline: Thursday, February 13 at 11:59 pm.

In-person Registration: There is NO in-person paper registration at pre-race number pickup. Instead, you must register online through Saturday, February 15, and then come to the bib pickup location during the scheduled hours. There is NO in-person registration on Race Day.

Entry Fees (per runner):

Black Friday two-day special of $35 on November 29-30, 2024
$42 from December 1, 2024 through January 31, 2025
$53 from February 1 through February 16, 2025.

Note for Relay Teams: each team member must pay an individual entry fee.

Registrations can be transferred between the 10-Mile and Relay events prior to Race Day. Please email us at cherrytree@pptc.org to make the arrangements.

PPTC DOES NOT OFFER REFUNDS OR DEFERRALS ON ENTRY FEES. NO BIB TRANSFERS FOR 10-MILE ENTRIES.

Relay Teams

Use the 3 Person 10 Mile Relay option to register. All 3 Relay Team members must register and pay an individual entry fee. Team members do not need to register at the same time, however multiple entries can be submitted together. The first person to register creates the team, and the remaining members sign up at their convenience. To create or find your team, click on "Relay Teams" at the top of this page. The entry fee charged to each team member is based on the price in effect at the time of the person's registration. Relay teams of 2 people are OK, too - one runner will need to complete two of the three loops for the team to be scored. All questions or concerns regarding relay team member registration should be sent via email to cherrytree@pptc.org.

Community Partners

PPTC Cherry Tree 10 Miler and Relay

Through PPTC's Community Partner Initiative, we provide the opportunity for all of our race participants to help PPTC support local non-profits. With your generous donations from the 2025 Cherry Tree, PPTC will provide financial support to the Prospect Park Alliance, CHiPS, and Artists-Athletes-Activists.

The Prospect Park Alliance is the non-profit organization that sustains “Brooklyn’s Backyard,” and PPTC's home base, working in partnership with the City of New York. The Alliance was founded in 1987 to help restore Prospect Park after a long period of deterioration and decline. Your participation in the Cherry Tree 10-Miler and Relay helps support the Alliance's work to provide the critical staff and resources that keep the park green and vibrant for the diverse communities that call Brooklyn home. You will witness the fruits of the Alliance's efforts all along the Cherry Tree route! For more information, please visit the Alliance's website, www.prospectpark.org.

Founded over 50 years ago, CHiPS (Community Help in Park Slope), is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals facing food and housing insecurity in New York City. Through our soup kitchen, pantry programs, and Frances Residence for mothers and children, we provide nourishing meals, essential resources, and a pathway to stability with dignity and compassion. We are located at 200 Fourth Avenue, right between Park Slope and Gowanus. Please check out our website at: https://chipsonline.org/

Artists-Athletes-Activists is an organization led by Artists, Athletes and Activists that use our platforms to take action and bring awareness to issues that deal with health, fitness, wellness and social justice in marginalized and underserved communities here in New York City. AAA provides first line of support services to migrants and asylum seekers arriving from the southern border. In 2024, we aim to feed up to 40,000 families in need. To provide youth mindfulness and wellness services, we take youth from the community and motivate mental and physical activity in a positive environment. Our website is: https://artists-athletes-activists.org/

The PPTC Cherry Tree Race Committee thanks you for your generosity!

Thank You to Our Sponsors

We are excited to partner with sponsors who value community—especially our Brooklyn running community—as much as we do. Over 1000 runners and volunteers participate in this race, so this is a great way to get your message out to a diverse community.

Cherry Tree Ten Miler and Relay

Sun, Feb 16, 2025, 10 am