LaGuardia Community 5K Draws NYC Runners
The annual race promotes local wellness while supporting immigrant student initiatives in New York City.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Running
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Runners gathered in New York City for the 5th Annual LaGuardia Community 5K, a USATF-certified race that drew participants from over 20 different teams. The event highlighted local resources while raising support for the Office of Immigrant Student Empowerment.
Why it matters
The race creates a platform for community health and social engagement by connecting residents with local support services via an activities plaza. This year, the event mobilized significant participation, including 72 runners and walkers from the BM4E team alone.
The event saw participation from more than 20 teams, including a 72-person contingent from the BM4E team. Total attendance figures for the USATF-certified 5K remain undisclosed.
The players
LaGuardia Community College
The institution served as the primary organizer and event host for the community race.
Boyce Technologies, Inc.
An engineering and manufacturing firm that acted as the principal sponsor of the event.
Office of Immigrant Student Empowerment
A student-focused advocacy office that received awareness and support through this event.
Haris Koljenovic
The athlete who achieved the fastest time to win the overall 5K race.
The details
The race followed a USATF-certified course that began at the LaGuardia Community Greenway, continued to the LIC waterfront, and returned to the start point. Beyond the competition, the event featured an activities plaza where attendees could engage with local resources. Haris Koljenovic secured the win for the overall race.
Timeline
The 5th Annual LaGuardia Community 5K took place in October 2026.
Health Landscape
This race continues the trend of integrating physical activity with local community health and education advocacy in New York City. The 5th Annual LaGuardia Community 5K builds on previous years by providing a tangible link between wellness initiatives and local social support.
Events like this offer an accessible way to integrate physical activity into your routine while engaging with local community services. If you are looking to increase your activity level, USATF-certified local races are a reliable way to monitor your progress on a measured course.
The takeaway
Participating in community 5K races is a sustainable way to combine physical fitness with social connection. Consider checking your local community college or municipal activity calendar to identify future inclusive running events in your area.
Further reading
Explore how local events contribute to physical activity levels by visiting Running.
Source note: This article includes information reported by QNS.
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