Sep
7
5Th Ave Mile
Sunday, September 7, 2025The New Balance 5th Avenue Mile is a unique road mile race held annually along 5th Avenue in New York City. The event features heats for professional athletes, age groups, and various divisions, welcoming runners of all abilities to take part in a fast, straight dash down one of NYC’s most iconic streets.
Sep
7
5Th Ave Mile
Sunday, September 7, 2025The New Balance 5th Avenue Mile is a unique road mile race held annually along 5th Avenue in New York City. The event features heats for professional athletes, age groups, and various divisions, welcoming runners of all abilities to take part in a fast, straight dash down one of NYC’s most iconic streets.
Race Details
Status
Finished
Finished
Website
Official website
Location
New York City, NY, United States
Date
7 September 2025
Distance
1Mi
VDOT Participants
3 of 189
Avg. VDOT finish times
6:35
The New Balance 5th Avenue Mile is a unique road mile race held annually along 5th Avenue in New York City. The event features heats for professional athletes, age groups, and various divisions, welcoming runners of all abilities to take part in a fast, straight dash down one of NYC’s most iconic streets.
Course Terrain 
The course spans one mile straight down 5th Avenue, beginning at East 80th Street and finishing at East 60th Street. The terrain is urban road surface without sharp turns, with the city’s skyscrapers providing a scenic backdrop.
Elevation Changes
The course is mostly flat, with a slight downhill across the mile, offering a fast course ideal for personal bests.