YAI Central Park Challenge – New York, NY 2026
Date
May 30, 2026
Location
New York, NY
Venue
Naumberg Bandshell
Start Time
10:30 AM
Entry Fee
Free – $0.00
Events
3K WALK, VIRTUAL 3K WALK, FUNDRAISER, Junior Races, Volunteers
Featuring a 3K Walk, Junior Races, and a festival area filled with games, live entertainment, and performers, Central Park Challenge is one of the largest events in New York that celebrates people with I/DD, welcoming more than 4,000 people to Central Park each year. EVENT SCHEDULE 8:30 AM | Event Commences 9:30 AM | Junior Races 10:30 AM | 3K Walk 11:00 AM | Finish Line Celebration 11:45 AM | Closing Ceremony 12:00 PM | Event Concludes
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