Adirondack Marathon Distance Festival
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Adirondack Marathon Distance Festival
The Adirondack Marathon Distance Festival is a weekend running event held in Schroon Lake and Chestertown, New York on September 26–27, 2026. The event includes a full marathon measured at 26 miles and 385 yards and marks its 30th anniversary year. The festival page notes an associated fundraising effort with $447.30 raised.
Saturday’s schedule features a 5K and a 10K that start at the Town of Chester Municipal Center, 6307 State Route 9, Chestertown; those courses run on paved streets through the village of Chestertown. A Kids Fun Run takes place at the Adirondack Marathon finish line in Schroon Lake and makes a loop through the town.
Sunday’s schedule centers on races associated with Schroon Lake, including the marathon, a half marathon, and a 4 person relay that involve the lake area.
Distances included in the festival:
- Marathon : 26 miles and 385 yards
- Half Marathon
- 4 person Relay
- 10K
- 5K
- Kids Fun Run
Registration uses tiered fees that change by date. Discounted registrations are available for military and front line healthcare workers; those registrants must provide proof of eligibility such as a CAC card or medical ID at packet pick-up.
Location: 1068 Main Street, Schroon Lake, NY. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
