New York City Twilight 5000
- Date
- July 9, 2026
- Location
- New York, New York
- Organized by
- Tracksmith
Distances and entry
- Twilight 5000 — $51.80
- Twilight 5000 Relay — $51.80
- Kids Twilight 500 — Free
- Twilight 5000 Relay Members Sign Up Only — Free
About New York City Twilight 5000
The Tracksmith Twilight 5000 is back! As the sun sets, the track lights up, not just by the floodlights but by spirited athletes ready to push their limits. Dedicated pacers and like-minded competitors are there to keep you on pace and the constant support of your local community carries you throughout the race. This is more than just a track meet; it's a gathering of individuals united by the love of running, offering a unique blend of competition and camaraderie.
New York City, with its rich history and diverse communities, serves as the perfect backdrop for the Twilight 5000 series. At Icahn Stadium, nestled along the East River, runners will experience the thrill of racing against the iconic Manhattan skyline. We're honored to continue our tradition of bringing together runners from all five boroughs for an unforgettable evening of competition.
The Tracksmith Twilight 5000 Series is elevating the competition and excitement this year! Here are the new additions for the 2026 series, ensuring more opportunities for competition, community, and fast times under the lights.
We are proud to announce that $5 of each registration fee for the Twilight 5000 will go to support the Tracksmith Foundation, which is dedicated to giving more people the opportunity to participate in track and field.
Heat Winner Awards: Recognizing the top performance in every section, competitive spirit will be rewarded across all heats.
Relay Heat: Gather your fastest friends! A new relay heat offers a fresh, collaborative dimension to the evening.
The Tracksmith Foundation will be hosting a pair of high school mile races at this year’s Twilight 5000. The races will be special, competitive opportunities for high school athletes from under-resourced schools in NYC and Boston. If you know of an athlete who would be a great fit for this opportunity, please email Foundation@tracksmith.com with the following information: Name of the Athlete, School and 2026 mark in either the 1500, 1600, or mile.
These additions promise to make the 2026 series the most electrifying yet. See you under the lights! See you there.
