Sri Chinmoy Midnight Marathon

Event overview

The Sri Chinmoy 24-Hour, 12-Hour, Midnight Marathon and Sunset Half-Marathon take place 13-14 June 2026 at Rockland Lake State Park in Congers, New York. The event offers multiple race formats: a 24-hour race, a 12-hour race, a Midnight Marathon and a Sunset Half-Marathon. Entry deadlines and fee tiers apply; mailed entry forms must be received by May 31. Custom finisher medals and race shirts are provided; shirts are guaranteed for participants registered by May 13. All participants must be 18 or older on race day. Pets are prohibited in the park during the event season.

Course and race details

Races use an accurately measured, USATF-certified loop that is described as flat and paved. The loop length is 2.95 miles. The Midnight Marathon begins with an initial 2.62-mile partial lap followed by eight full laps. The Sunset Half-Marathon begins with an initial 1.31-mile out-and-back followed by four full laps. Aid stations are located about every mile, with a well-stocked main aid station in the race staging area and two basic on-course stations.

Logistics and rules

Timing and lap counting use RaceResult chip timing with a manual backup; bibs must be visible on the front of the torso at counting stations. Food at the main aid station is vegetarian with some vegan options; helpers must bring their own food. Headlamps are recommended after dark; there will be minimal battery lighting along the course. Overnight safety measures include staffed aid stations, a cyclist on course from sundown until sunrise, and park police patrols. No race-day registration and entries are non-transferable. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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