Bridge The Gap 5K

Overview
Bridge the Gap is a community 5K out of Washington Heights and Inwood in upper Manhattan, organized by the Dyckman Run Club and the YM&YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood. The name says it: the goal is connection — across backgrounds, across the neighborhood, across whatever it is that usually keeps people from showing up to the same place together. The proceeds go toward free programs for community residents.

Meetup and warm-up kick off at 8 AM at 348 Dyckman St., with the run itself starting at 9. Everyone gets a dri-fit shirt and a finisher medal. There’s bag check on site so you can move around unburdened post-race. No age group awards here — this one isn’t about times. It’s a group effort by design.

If you’re looking for a spring 5K with real neighborhood roots and a reason beyond the finish chip, this is a good one to have on the radar. The Dyckman Run Club puts energy into their community, and it shows.

What to Know
* Meetup and warm-up at 8:00 AM, race starts at 9:00 AM. Plan your travel accordingly.
* All participants receive a dri-fit shirt and a finisher medal.
* No age group awards. This is a participation and community event.
* Free bag check available on race day.
* Early bib pickup the night before (May 2, 6:30–8:00 PM) at Anne Loftus Playground, Broadway & Riverside Dr.
* Group registration deal: buy 3, get 1 free.
* Proceeds support free community programs run by the YM&YWHA.