Great obstacle course venue,5k fun run with cool festival at the finish linealso best way to run…read morewith the team!

This was a very well organized obstacle race. I had so much fun. They had almost 15 obstacles…read morespread across 4 mile stretch. They were volunteers at each obstacle and it was pretty easy to check in at the race. They provided water , energy drinks. Got a medal and city challenger t shirt for finishing the whole stretch. I would definitely do this next year. Goodtimes!!

Giddy-up pardners!…read more Who knew you can learn to ride horseback right here in Manhattan? Even a city slicker center get on horseback and ride into the sunset. They accept youngsters to adults for horse riding lessons here. It's also a not for profit organization. You can learn English or Western riding, along with grooming and barn management lessons. They can also be combined. For parents this is a terrific thing to treat your kids to. They also accept full and part time volunteers. They also accept tax deductible donations. Located on Randall's Island which I run on a lot, and easy to get to off the Wards Island Bridge.

Today was my daughter's 1st time here and we were 8 mins late. At first it seemed as if they were…read morenot expecting me but after a few mins the lady came back and took my daughter in. Honestly i expected them to just teach her for the remaining 20 mins being that they had other kids there whom had arrived early for their turn. But they gave her an amazing introductory class that made my daughter very comfortable and wanting to go back. DO NOT FORGET BUG SPRAY, like i did! While my daughter rode her horse i spoke to the staff whom were very nice but serious about what they do. Which was reflected in the way the other parents there spoke about their experience there. We will definitely go back. Very happy to have found this place in nyc!

Tons of fun!!! a lot of fun as a family and I highly recommend this place. It's a lot of fun.read more

I was having a good time with my date until I had to interact with most of the staff. They are…read moregrinches. The spot is Kind of outdated and a little dirty I'm kind of disappointed when I think about the bad customer service, everyone has an attitude in there except the cashier for the races. The arcade is okay. Didn't try the food because the host was a grinch. The guy who announces the races hates his job you can hear it in his voice. I found RPM bc of the one I went to in Long Island mad long ago. Maybe I should just stay in New York because Jersey is a let down

Under the previous owners this was a great spot. A fun hangout, a great source of exercise, and a…read morefun novelty for cyclists and skaters of all ages. Unfortunately the current management is lax and doesn't supervise the park. So unless a parent steps up to direct kids, a lot of children get into accidents. The owner has an anger problem. He loves to start arguments and pick fights with people. He seems to enjoy belittling people and bragging about how much money he spends. Because he is often smoking pot in his trailer, he sometimes yells at people using his trailer's PA system. As of writing, the photos shown on this yelp page are inaccurate. The track was modified 3 years ago, and is about 2/3 the size of what the first few photos show. There is no longer any artwork on the track.

Everyday I spend time here I understand why we have so many issues in this world. The amount of…read morepeople that come here and try to make trouble was shocking but NY has changed. Signs everywhere saying you need to pay and have a helmet. I have come here dozens of times and shocked by people's behavior and then reactions when they get screamed at. People try to sue these types of places weekly and you wonder why they flop out when you walk right by a large sign...! The dirt park is pretty intense and it's rad to watch the guys shred. The paved pump tracks are awesome for all levels of biker and skater. I got to watch some 3-6 year old shred. Personally can spend a couple hours there easily and if it's slow all day as lines are endless. Sign a waiver and pay 5$ .... a coffee is more. I couldn't believe it was so cheap. They have board and bike rentals again 5$ per hr.

Pretty sure it was Tesla who figured out that Charity + Party + Booze + No Pants = A Great Time…read more He's proven correct every year at Cupid's Undie Run. It's fun to get your friends to rally around, and contribute to, your fund when it involves you in your underwear... in Feb. All monies raised support the Children's Tumor Foundation as they look to find a cure for NF. Not that other causes aren't great, but it's always heartwarming to know your contribution is going towards making a child's life better. As for the party, YES. Big venue at Stage 48 and it typically gets pretty full. There are three large bars, so no problem getting a drink (you need one when you first get there) and two floors to dance, post up, or take pics with friends. No one gets tooooo creepy (we did catch one dude taking butt pics and he tried to say he was an 'official photographer'... which he wasn't), so as long as you're comfy in your own skin, no one will bother you. When it's time for the actual run (that's what you're there for, remember?) EVERYONE along the race path will stop to high five and cheer you on. It's completely ridiculous, but so much fun at the same time. One of my favorite charity events of the year. Do it! Bonus: Find Phil H when you get there bc he has a flask... just don't ask where he hides it

This is my second time participating in Cupid's Undie Run to raise money for a cure for…read moreneurofibromatosis. The event was at The DL in the city. There was a bar, merchandise you could buy, and some photo opps. Check in started at 11:30am but we didn't arrive until a little after 1:00pm. We checked our clothes, had a drink, and it was time for the race. The race started at 1:30pm. Everyone's energy was great! I loved all the different costumes. The race was about a mile and it was through the streets and over a bridge. After the race, there was a party with a DJ. Overall, I had so much fun.

I had never heard of this run before a few months ago, but I was planning to visits friends in the…read morecity in sept and was also looking for a run to do out here to kind of get used to running after flying and just out of my comfort zone (ie not on the lakefront in Milwaukee.) I'm so glad I found this run because besides being a really cool route - running thru the Brooklyn battery tunnel (sorry, I'm old and still call it that) from red hook, Brooklyn - it also was the one of the most inspiring stories I had heard about 9/11. It commemorates the route from red hook to Manhattan an off duty firefighter took from the tunnel to the site of the towers, with all his gear on, after they'd closed the tunnel to traffic. Because of that it's a little longer than a 5k (I clocked 3.68 miles). Tons of firefighters and police run the race in uniform- it's an enormous race with 30000+ people, and there's also lots of regular people too running. As you come out of the tunnel, there's firefighters and military personnel holding up pictures of people who lost their lives and also cheering everyone on and high fiving you as you run by. It was kind of amazing and even though I didn't lose anyone on 9/11 its very emotional and makes you proud to be an American. They put on a huge street fair with a ton of food - burgers hot dogs ribs pizza donuts beer...and fruit too if you were trying to be healthy. A band I guess performed too. The line to take the wall st ferry to red hook was early (7:30 am cut off or so) and huge, even by 7 am when I was in line but it was an amazing race...i highly recommend!

This year I ran the Firefighter Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers race and it was very humbling. We…read moreall retraced the steps that Firefighter Siller took from Brooklyn to the WTC during the 9/11 attacks. On 9/11/01, Firefighter Siller was off duty when he responded to a radio alert that the WTC towers had been hit. Since he was not permitted to drive through the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel, he strapped his gear on and went to the WTC by foot. Unfortunately, he as well as the rest of his squad (Squad 1) all perished. Thus race is in honor the memory of all of those firefighters, police and EMS who perished on that day. This race was very well organized, well sponsored and was even televised on CBS. Gary Sinise as well as his band performed and former Mayor Giuliani started the race off. This was a very nice race and is for a good cause. Highly recommended.

The Aqueduct Racetrack is shabby, except for the NYRA studio upstairs, which makes it appear much…read morenicer on TV than it really is. Another review mentioned "grimy' which is the perfect description. A lot of the clientele is sketchy, too, and I would not feel safe alone. There were very limited food options. Our only choice was the Triple Crown Cafe, where we purchased hot dogs, and the Silks Bar for drinks. The seating area of the track is filthy and full of bird droppings. There was garbage stuck in the rails looking down onto the paddock, which had clearly been there for some time. We still had a great time and would definitely return, as shockingly, this is not the worst track we have visited. I hope they tear it down and rebuild like Belmont. There is so much wasted space and wasted potential.

Covid19 review This…read morereview is for the covid testing process. There's no horse races going on right now. Instead you can find a drive thru covid test center. You go online and register yourself at covid19screening.health.by.gov first. Then they call you to schedule a drive thru appt. You can call them too as well if it's urgent. Entrance for testing center is on rockaway blvd. Make sure everyone in the vehicle is being tested and has an appt. Drive in and let them know you have an appointment. Keep your drivers license on the dashboard and your windows up. You drive through a checkpoint where they will confirm your identity and appt. You'll then queue up to get tested. Once in the tent, they will check your drivers license again and then finally tell you to roll down your window halfway. The person testing you will swab your nostril for 10 seconds (feels longer sometimes). They then give you a card with instructions on getting results on bioreference.com. Your results should be ready in about a week. Good luck and stay safe everyone!

I'm not a runner…read more No. I'm one of those people who wear fancy workout clothes and get out of breath after a minute of "running". So why did I sign up for this? I wanted a fancy medal! Of course, the one year that I signed up for this, they decided NOT to give out medals and to give out tech T-shirts instead. I guess I'll wear my tech tshirt instead of a medal while training for my next race. It was pretty cool running past the unisphere, museum, fountain (which did not run this year -- what, are they getting cheap with water too?!). Mile 1. This is good. I'm gonna keep running. Yeah. I'm almost at mile 2. Mile 2. Okay I did a mile. I'm gonna slow down a bit. Yeah. Mile 3. Why did I sign up for this again? Oh right, the medal. Yes. I've done 5Ks before, I can do this. Mile 4. LALALALALALALALALALALA Mile 5. Wait. Am I done with mile 5 or did I just start it? Where am I? I'm so confused. HEY THEY'RE PLAYING MY JAM!!! (Backstreet boys) Mile 6. I'M DONE I'M DONE I'M DONE!!!! Where the heck is the finish line?!?!?!? Oh... 10K is 6.2 miles... WHY IS THIS 0.2 MILES SO LONG!!!!!! Finish line. Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee! I'm not doing this again. ........Who am I kidding, I'll sign up again next year.

This is a good race in an under-appreciated NYC park. The 2013 race was a lot of fun and the…read moretemperature was even a little cooler this year. I even turned in my fastest competitive 10K time, ever. One of the downsides is the ever increasing overcrowding issue that plagues these runs. It's a little annoying to be bumped into by many people. Give me some space, man. Another issue (my take) is not having the first water station right after the 1 mile marker. I think this should be a must, especially during what is probably the hottest run of the year. But overall, I like this fast and mostly flat run. Glad I ran it today and did well.

So much fun !!!!…read more This is my second time doing this race. First time was in DC. Different styles! DC was more competitive! But NY was so much fun !! Tips! First ! Go online to check the dates ! Second! Buy the package! Different packages according your style with different prices. I recommend the package that is mail to you. So much easy and you don't have to do the long line. Third! Check the free samples before you do the race! After the race the lines are extremely long !!! The race starts inside the mets stadium! You can take pictures and spend a little time inside the stadium and on the field! After the mets stadium you will find the Different stations of colors! You can actually play with them ! Take pictures! Sit on the floor! At the end they are giving medals and more color powder! It's extremely fun ! You can go with your family! no matter the age ! Kids ! Seniors! It's a fun family activity! Extremely reccomend!!!

This is not a timed run, also I don't believe it was officially a 5k distance. But it's a fun…read morerun! So if you're looking to be timed accurately this race is not for you. Be warned you sometimes have people literally rolling on the floor in the color areas... which already has somewhat limited view due to all the color powder, so be careful and jump over them... I recommend bringing a bandana of sorts to cover your nose and mouth when running through the areas they throw the color powder... it tastes nasty... The coolest part of this race is running through Citifield... like on the field! you bet I #selfie during that part of the run.

Rock and Roll Marathon Half-Brooklyn…read more I'm the Coach, Cheering Squad and President of the Marianne Runners Fan Club. I've attended many many races. The races I enjoyed the most are the Rock and Roll Sponsored Races. I know of at least two I have attended in recent years. I get lots of exercise walking through the location seeing everything. I stop and talk to the vendors and sponsors. They're wonderful taking my photo and giving me free samples. BUT, the best part is the music. I hear lots of bands and they always have a featured popular group perform after the race. It's a huge crowd making it necessary to keep up with each other's whereabouts by phone. I've never had a bad experience. The location is close to public transportation. I get happy just remembering all the fun I've had. I'm so proud of all the racers. They certainly deserve the beautiful awards they received. There's nothing better than being acknowledged for athletic activities!

I see it's a mixed bag of runner reviews here. I'm on the side of the fence that it was a fun event…read moreand really enjoyed it. In 2017 they also offered a 5 Miler in which I ran on October 14 the day before the half marathon. Shirt and bib number pickup was smooth and easy at the Javits Center. As I live in Manhattan it was a breeze to drop by on my way home from work and take care of this. Race day we needed to be up super early for a 7am start time at Grand Army Plaza. It was 60 degrees out and a bit humid but I like those running conditions. The race ended in Prospect Park. I saw plenty of water stops, medical tents and porta potties on the course, along with groups of spectators cheering us on. Race course was well marked, with event volunteers helping out and keeping an eye out on the participants. Sweet medal and goodie bag handed to us at the finish line. The post race party in the park featured a beer tent where the finishers were treated with free ice cold brews. Now that is how to celebrate a successful race finish! I thought the organization did a great job with this at the time. Too bad they did not come back to NY afterwards.