National Chocolate Day: Run for Chocolates 5K/10K/13.1 NYC 2026

The race.

On September 12, 2026, The Best Races will host a 5K, 10K, half-marathon, and 1-mile run in New York City with three in-person wave start times beginning at 7:30 a.m., plus a virtual option. Participants receive a technical running shirt (shipped to their U.S. address the week of the race), finisher's medal, finisher's towel or giveaway item, digital training pack, and online results certificate. Optional timing is available through personal tracking apps or coordinator assistance; timing chips are not used. Race bibs are distributed on race day. A virtual run option allows participants to complete the distance at any time and location, then submit results for their medal. A digital training pack supports all runners. Optional post-race fundraising donates $1 per logged mile to partner charities.