Great New York State Marathon Weekend
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LOOP THE LAKE The Great New York State Marathon Weekend
The event is a two-day running weekend held on October 17 and 18, 2026 in Syracuse, New York. Races take place on a looped, tree-lined course that runs around Onondaga Lake. The full marathon course is certified and serves as a Boston qualifier.
Races offered over the weekend include:
- 5K
- 10K
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
- Marathon (26.2 miles)
Several combined entry options pair a Saturday race with a Sunday race as an Excelsior Challenge. Finishers who complete both days receive an EXCELSIOR medal described as a three spinner, in addition to the finisher medals for the individual races. The weekend schedule places the shorter races on Saturday and the longer distances on Sunday.
The event location is listed as around Onondaga Lake in Syracuse, NY 13209. Registration windows and entry fees are provided for individual races and for the Excelsior Challenge options. The description of course routing and the available combined challenges are the primary features noted for this weekend. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
