Cypress Hills Cemetery 5K Run Through History

The Bandit Grand Prix is back for Round 2, returning to the Brooklyn Storehouse on Saturday, May 30th.

The running race will consist of multiple short laps around a spectacular circuit in the heart of Brooklyn. Alongside the race encompasses a festival that combines music, food & beverage, and community in a vibrant and culturally diverse environment.

Organized at the intersection of the urban and traditional running scenes, the Bandit Grand Prix reimagines the traditional 5k to provide an incredible experience for all levels of athletes.

The innovative format features a full day of 5k Open Races which build energy and anticipation towards the 3k Super Final. All athletes will compete in the 5k Open Races for an overall ranking and a chance to advance to the nighttime 3k Super Final.

Following the Super Finals, there will be an after-party for participants, friends, and family, to celebrate collectively.

Welcome to the Welcome Home Plants Inc 5K

Get ready to have some fun and join us on Saturday, June 6th, at 8:00 AM in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY, USA. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to spend time together, this event is perfect for the whole family.

At Welcome Home Plants Inc, we're all about bringing nature, community, and well-being to families in supportive housing.This 5K

Walk/Run is not just about fitness; it's about showing our love for plants and our community.

We invite everyone to get creative and wear plants and flowers during the event. Wear flower crowns, leafy necklaces, or even decorate strollers with plants and flowers! Wear floral headbands, corsages or boutonnieres or attach small potted plants to race belts. Let's make this event a colorful celebration for all ages!

The 37th Annual Kenneth Dolan Memorial 5k Run

Sunday, June 7, 2026 - Prospect Park Brooklyn, New York . All runners are welcome to join us for the free after party featuring activities for the family, food, drinks and music!

A SPECIAL THOUGHT

Kenny Dolan was alive for a brief 23 years. Yet in that time, he not only brought a tremendous amount of joy to a great number of people, but more importantly, he taught them how to laugh, love and have fun.

Tragically, on March 14, 1990 Kenny passed away as a result of an automobile accident. The Kenny Dolan Memorial Fund at Iona University has been established from this race to assist a student in need of financial support for his or her education. It is in this spirit that Kenny will be remembered.

COURSE

Start and finish at Bartel Pritchard Square (15th Street & Prospect Park West)

TIME - 10 a.m. (rain or shine) - Pee Wee races to follow

AWARDS

Top Five Male and Female Overall - Cash Prizes of $150, $100, $50, $50 and $50

Top five in each age group

NO DUPLICATION OF AWARDS

CATEGORIES

8 and under, 9-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+, racewalkers

First Iona University Graduate/Undergraduate Male and Female

First NYPD, FDNY, SDNY, Teacher and Clydesdale Divisions, Male and Female

TEAMS

Top Three Male & Female Teams (3-person teams)

Top Masters’ Team Male and Female

Lowest combined three person times

Team name must be on application

PEE WEE FUN RUN

All Pee Wee competitors will receive a medal.

100 yard run – 4 and under

220 yard run – 8 and under

440 yard run – 10 and under

440 yard run – 12 and under

To be considered for team awards, affiliation must be declared on entry form.

REGISTRATION

Holy Name of Jesus Church School Yard, Brooklyn, New York 11215

Saturday, June 6, 4 – 7 p.m.

Sunday, June 7, 8 - 9:45 a.m.

POST RACE AWARDS & REFRESHMENTS - HOLY NAME CHURCH SCHOOL YARD

ENTRY FEE

5k

Before April 15 - $35

Before May 15 - $40

Online Entries Close June 6 - $45

PEE WEE

Before April 15 - $6

Before May 15 - $8

Online Entries Close June 6 - $10

MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO:

Kenneth Dolan Memorial Fund

MAIL TO

Kenneth Dolan Memorial Run

c/o Louis J. Vazquez

209A Windsor Place

Brooklyn, N.Y. 11215

DIRECTIONS

By Car - LIE to BQE to Prospect Expressway – 10th Avenue Exit make right at light then next two rights onto Prospect Park West. Holy Name Church is located between Windsor Place and Prospect Avenue on Prospect Park West. Registration is in the school basement.

By Bus

Holy Name Church stop is at the end of the B68 as well as along the B67 line.

By Train

F train to 15th Street/Prospect Park Station. Holy Name Church is located on Prospect Park West between Windsor Place and Prospect Avenue.

The street race that takes you through multiple neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens over 13.1 miles is back again! If you missed last year you don't want to miss out this time. Registration reaches capacity every year, don’t hesitate there is no waiting list.

All Registrants receive a custom race singlet!

EVERY FINISHER will receive a custom medal AND custom limited edition pint glass award.

PIZZA for All racers at the finish!!

Overall Male & Female receive a CASH award + a custom gift and pack of BEER!!

Second and Third Place finishers in both categories will also receive a pack of beer each

RAFFLES for BEER, CUSTOM GROWLERS and GOODY BAGS from our sponsors post race!

A mobile bag check will safely transport your checked bag from the start of the race to a secure location close to the finish line.

You will receive an email after registering, and another closer to the race date with complete details.

Bib pickup the week of race at convenient locations around the city. Race package at pickup will include a course map and all information pertinent to race day schedule.

The race course is not closed to traffic. Race at your own risk.

Interested Volunteers plz contact us to earn a race credit!!

Here are some race reviews from previous participants:

https://www.reddit.com/r/running/comments/14e76gf/2023_brooklyn_queens_brewery_express_half/?rdt=55511

https://pandce.proboards.com/thread/598929/race-recap-first-half-annual

https://raceraves.com/races/brooklyn-queens-brewery-express/

https://teamrunrun.com/brooklyn-queens-brewery-express-half-marathon-race-report/

If you write a race review online, please send us the link and we’ll send you a credit for a free race!

Race video from 2023:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgH9hPVu1Z0

Race video from 2025:

https://youtube.com/shorts/R_hFyBrRYJ4?si=oLI-yW_CyTheynj1

More Races: https://linktr.ee/QueensRebels