Hudson Valley Marathon

MAY
3
2026
Run scenic Hudson Valley routes across the Walkway Over the Hudson, with races from a fun mile to a Boston qualifying marathon. Enjoy flat paved surfaces and wide trails as you cross the iconic bridge twice between Highland and Poughkeepsie.
Sun 3 May 2026
Marathon Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Hudson Valley Marathon at the Walkway Over the Hudson is scheduled for Sunday, May 3, 2026. The event is presented with title sponsorship by Morgan Stanley and takes place on the Walkway Over the Hudson. The route crosses the bridge twice and runs through Highland and Poughkeepsie, New York, connecting Ulster and Dutchess counties. The organizer lists local partners including the Hudson Valley Rail Trail and Dutchess County’s William R. Steinhaus Dutchess Rail Trail.

Race distances and course

The event includes multiple race distances:

  • 1 mile - M&T Bank
  • 5k - CDPHP (3.1 miles, out-and-back; crosses the bridge and returns)
  • 10k - WMC Health
  • Half Marathon - Imedview (13.1 miles; USATF certification NY23004DNB)
  • Marathon - Naccarato Insurance (26.2 miles; USATF certification NY23005DNB; Boston Qualifier)

The course descriptions note paved, flat sections and wide trails on parts of the route. Course maps and an athlete guide are provided by the organizer. Registration for the event closes May 2, 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.