Lauder Fun Run

Friday, October 17th | 9:00-10:00AM

Maine Monument, Central Park

The Lauder community will kick off Global Alumni Weekend with its third tri-annual Fun Run, taking place Friday morning in Central Park. The Fun Run welcomes participants of all paces and distances — from casual joggers to steady walkers — with the shared goal of connecting, moving, and having fun together.

MEETING POINT

Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Merchants’ Gate @ Columbus Circle (Central Park South / 59th St), at the Maine Monument

Getting There:

  • Subway: A/C, B/D, and 1 trains to 59th St / Columbus Circle (steps from the meeting point)

  • Alternate lines: N, Q, R, W trains to 57th St / 7th Ave (a short walk away)

Organizers will be on site by 8:45 AM for introductions before the run begins.

After the run, participants are invited to gather for a casual bite at Whole Foods @ The Shops at Columbus Circle, located directly across the street.

For questions or last-minute updates, participants can contact the organizer at 917-846-6518.

THE ROUTE 

The group will follow a Central Park Reservoir Loop (4.5 miles):
Starting at Merchants’ Gate → Down Center Drive → Through the Mall → Right at 72nd St Transverse → Up East Drive → Around the Reservoir → Back down West Drive.

Shorter and longer options will also be available:

  • 1.6 miles: 72nd St Transverse

  • 3.2 miles: 86th St Transverse

  • 6.2 miles: Full Central Park Loop

SAFETY GUIDELINES

Crowds: Central Park can be busy on fall weekends — please stay aware of tourists, strollers, cyclists, and pets.

  • Cyclists: Remain off the cycling lane and avoid assuming cyclists will stop.

  • Runners: Keep to the right-hand side of running paths and yield courteously to others.

  • Reservoir Direction: The designated running direction is counter-clockwise.

The Lauder Fun Run is a lighthearted and energizing way to start the weekend — a celebration of community, wellness, and the shared Lauder spirit.