Pond Fest Winter Trail Run
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Pond Fest Winter Trail Runs and Snowshoe Race
The Pond Fest Winter Trail Runs and Snowshoe Race takes place on Saturday, January 17, 2026, in Chenango Valley State Park, Chenango Forks, NY. The event includes multiple race options:
- 50k
- 20k
- 10k
- Kids Run
Course and race format
All adult races use the same start/finish line and follow a 10k loop. Participants may complete the loop once, twice, or up to five times to reach their chosen distance. Races are self-supported while out on the course, and aid is provided near the start/finish between loops. Aid offerings at the start/finish include water, an electrolyte drink, and typical ultra aid station fare. The event accommodates both running and snowshoeing through park trails.
Festival context and other details
The trail races are part of the Binghamton Pond Festival weekend. The festival features outdoor hockey events that use mechanical refrigeration for the ice surface and a 220'x110' ice sheet, plus spectators and food trucks near the race start/finish area. The Pond Festival is described as a community winter event that has grown into a month-long series, and proceeds from festival events are donated to local nonprofit organizations that support youth, education, and sport programs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
