NSRF Stoplight Party
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Event overview
The Never Stop Running Foundation Stoplight Party 5K & 10K in Queens takes place on February 1, 2026 at Flushing Meadows Corona Park. The event offers in-person and virtual options and includes a free Kids Dash held before the main races. Proceeds benefit the Never Stop Running Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports athletic and charitable events.
Course, registration and amenities
The 5K course is USATF certified and passes the Unisphere twice and the Fountain of the Planets. The 5K is one loop; the 10K is two loops of the same course. Start and finish are located on the north side of the Queens Theater. Participants can register for in-person or virtual 5K and 10K options; an add-on bib mailing is available for a fee. Amenities include an informal bag check area, nearby bathrooms, hydration at the finish, and refreshments provided by All Round Foods and Waterloo Sparkling Water. Age-group recognition is offered for top finishers overall and in multiple age brackets, including 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, and older decades. Parking is listed at the Queens Museum area on Meridian Road. Virtual participants may log times and upload photos within the event posting window and receive mailed items. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.