Kicking off NYC Climate Week, the New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) presents the NYBG 5K Fun Run on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at 8 a.m., across a leisurely 3.1-mile course past some of the Garden’s most gorgeous scenery, including the Maureen K. Chilton Azalea Garden and the Judy and Michael Steinhardt Maple Collection, plus historic landmarks such as the Lillian and Amy Goldman Stone Mill, the Mertz Building, and the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory.

Participation in the 5K Fun Run directly supports NYBG’s scientific work in New York and around the world to protect biodiversity and develop plant-based solutions to climate change.

Registration is now open at https://www.nybg.org/event/nybg-5k-fun-run/.

This run is designed in partnership with the Boogie Down Bronx Run Club (BDBRC), a collective of everyday Bronx residents whose mission is to promote wellness, inspire, and engage people of all abilities. BDBRC members will be serving as course support throughout the event.

After the run, participants can gather on Daffodil Hill from 8:30 to 11 a.m. for music and festivities, including meet-and-greets with NYBG experts to learn about their important work across a range of disciplines. Don’t forget to grab an NYBG 5K Fun Run commemorative T-shirt before enjoying the rest of the day at the Garden, including the current flower show and contemporary art exhibition Van Gogh’s Flowers.

Participants in the NYBG 5K Fun Run also receive a 20% discount at NYBG Shop on run day, and NYBG Members combine their savings for a 30% discount. (Please note: this NYBG Shop discount is only available on Sunday, September 21, between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., in-store only. Discounts are redeemed by showing NYBG 5K Fun Run bib or ticket.) All this is included with registration.

This event is rain or shine and is a non-competitive event, not a timed course. Tickets are $55 for NYBG Members and $65 for Non-Members. Registration is open for individuals ages 13+. Participants under the age of 18 must have permission from a parent or guardian. Unaccompanied minors (17 and under) are not permitted to participate on their own and must have a registered adult present during their run or walk. This event is for registered participants only. The course closes at 10 a.m.

For more information, visit https://www.nybg.org/event/nybg-5k-fun-run/.

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