WHAT: The USO 5K Run/Walk will take place on Saturday, April 9th at Pier 84 in New York City. Runners and walkers will follow a route along the Hudson River Park ending with a celebration on the Pier. Participants will enjoy entertainment from the USO Show Troupe, appearances by special guests, a rock climbing experience, kids’ activities, food and fun for the whole family! There is no registration fee to participate. All funds raised from this event will help provide valued USO programs and services to those who need us most including: forward-deployed troops, active duty military and their families, wounded, ill and injured service members and their families, the families of the fallen, and troops in transition. Registration and more information available at usonyc.org/5K.
WHO: 1,000 runners and walkers; USO Show Troupe; Brian Whiting, President & CEO, USO of Metropolitan New York; military service members
WHEN: April 9, 2016 -- 8:30am- 1pm
8:30am On Site Registration
10:00am Opening Ceremony
10:15am Walk/Run Begins
12:00pm Post 5K Activities Begin
WHERE: Hudson River Park, Pier 84
555 12th Avenue
New York, NY 10036
(44th Street & West Side Highway)
