2026 Rhinebeck Fall Foliage Half Marathon & 5K
- Date
- September 26, 2026
- Distance
- Rhinebeck Fall Foliage Half Marathon · Rhinebeck Fall Foliage 5K
From the Organizer
The Hudson Valley’s favorite autumn tradition returns. Whether you’re using our half marathon as the final "big push" before your fall championship or taking on the 5K for the sheer atmosphere of the Hudson Valley, this is the weekend to be in Rhinebeck.
When the timing is right, the course transforms into a corridor of fire-orange and deep gold. It’s fast, it’s scenic, and it’s the definitive way to experience autumn in Upstate New York.
RACE DAY ESSENTIALS
WHEN: Saturday, September 26th at 8:30 a.m. (5K to begin at 8:45 a.m.) - course support concludes at 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Starts & ends at The Dutchess County Fairgrounds
Please note that dogs are not allowed at The Dutchess County Fairgrounds. We risk losing this location for our event if you, your friends, or your family ignore the rules set by the Dutchess County Fairgrounds.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
73°
Typical Low
42°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Rhinebeck 4se, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Rhinebeck, NY
Elevation
259 ft
Nearest Airport
SWF
New York Stewart International Airport · 31 mi
Major Hub
ALB
Albany International Airport · 57 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 2026 Rhinebeck Fall Foliage Half Marathon & 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
110
Days to train
- Race
- 2026 Rhinebeck Fall Foliage Half Marathon & 5K
- Date
- September 26, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2026 Rhinebeck Fall Foliage Half Marathon & 5K?
- 2026 Rhinebeck Fall Foliage Half Marathon & 5K is a running race held in Rhinebeck, New York on September 26, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 2026 Rhinebeck Fall Foliage Half Marathon & 5K?
- Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Rhinebeck, New York at Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Rhinebeck, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2026 Rhinebeck Fall Foliage Half Marathon & 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
2026 Rhinebeck Fall Foliage Half Marathon & 5K
Sep 26, 2026