Finger Lakes Festival of Races

Finger Lakes Festival of Races : Overview

The Finger Lakes Festival of Races takes place in Montour Falls, New York, on Friday, September 25 and Saturday, September 26, 2026. The event offers in-person and virtual options and is organized as part of Willow Running activity in the Finger Lakes region near Watkins Glen. The race uses the Catharine Valley Trail, an old rail trail that is well maintained, with a slight elevation gain heading out and a slight decline on the return. A post-race celebration includes music, food and drinks. The event benefits the Friends of the Catharine Valley Trail.

Events, course and logistics

Distances offered include:

• 18 mile
• Half marathon (13.1 miles)
• 10K
• 5K
• Friday Night 5K and virtual versions of the 18 mile, half marathon, 10K and 5K

Registrations list per-event fees and several virtual events have registration that ends September 22, 2026. Race packet pickup is scheduled for Friday, Sept 25 (location in Montour Falls to be announced) and on race day at 238 West Main Street, Montour Falls (small park on Main St.). Entrants receive race shirts (long sleeve thermal for longer distances, short sleeve for the 5K), a finisher medal, post-race refreshments, a custom finisher certificate and a complimentary beer at a nearby brewery for entrants 21+. Course maps are available for each distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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