Raquette River Marathon
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Raquette River Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k Fun Run
This event comprises multiple road races in Potsdam, New York, that run along the Raquette River on River Rd and start and finish at the Potsdam Arena, 43 Pine St, Potsdam, NY 13676. The course features rolling hills, is USATF certified, and is recognized as a Boston qualifier.
Distances offered:
- 26.2 Miles Marathon
- 13.1 Miles Half Marathon
- 6.2 Miles 10k
- 3.1 Miles 5k Fun Run
Registration opens on 2026-10-10 and closes on 2027-10-07. Registrants who register by two weeks before race day are guaranteed a race shirt; shirts after that date are available on an as-available basis. Listed registration fees at the time of this information are Marathon $60, Half Marathon $45, 10k $35, and 5k $25.
Event logistics include parking at Pine Street Arena and check-in inside the arena by the finish line. Restrooms are available at the start and finish, with portable toilets near the half marathon and marathon turn arounds. A swag bag for preregistered athletes will include a bib, pins, t-shirt, sports drink, granola, fruit, and other items. Water and sports drink stops are placed approximately every 1.5 miles and at the start and finish. Medals are given at the finish for half and full marathon runners, with 1st through 3rd overall male and female podium awards; cash prizes for top finishers are expected but may change. Awards begin approximately 30 minutes after the last finisher of each race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
