BHS's 25th Annual Totten Trot 5K Foot Race

The Bayside Historical Society will celebrate the milestone Silver Anniversary of its annual Totten Trot 5K Foot Race and Kids' Fun Run in 2026. What began as a humble gathering of just 12 runners at Fort Totten Park has grown into a vibrant community event, bringing together more than 300 runners — along with their families and teams — for an unforgettable day.Our Totten Trot 5K Foot Race is a Halloween-themed, waterfront course in historic Fort Totten Park on Little Neck Bay in Bayside, a pristine stretch surrounding a preserved Civil War fortress. Runners will pass through the Historic District, which consists of buildings dating to the late 1800s. The Fort is situated where the Long Island Sound meets the East River at the Throgs Neck Bridge. The race starts and finishes at the landmarked Officers' Club, home of Bayside Historical Society. The course includes a loop out onto Little Bay Path to the Throgs Neck Bridge and back to the Fort. Timing and scoring are provided by elitefeats on a USATF Certified Course. Registration begins at 7:30am; the race starts at 9:00am.The Kids' Fun Run is a short-distance sprint for tiny tots and kids up to 12, grouped by age category. Special “Cookie Medals” for participants in the Fun Run! Sign up on race day; the race starts at 10:00am.Halloween costumes are highly encouraged for adults and kids!SPECIAL GUESTS: BHS is excited to welcome back the 501st Legion's Empire City Garrison, a worldwide Star Wars costuming organization, for a special guest appearance at the Totten Trot's silver anniversary event. Don't miss the chance to pose for photos with some of your favorite Star Wars characters!Get complete information about the Totten Trot and find out how to register online at www.baysidehistorical.org/totten-trot-5k-foot-race.