2026 Rhinebeck Fall Foliage Half Marathon & 5K
2026 Rhinebeck Fall Foliage Half Marathon & 5K is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Rhinebeck, NY, with entry fees from $37 to $80.
- Date
- September 26, 2026 (65 days to go)
- Price
- $37–$80
- Sport
- Running
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
City 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
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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.
65
Days to train
- Race
- 2026 Rhinebeck Fall Foliage Half Marathon & 5K
- Date
- September 26, 2026
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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.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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2026 Rhinebeck Fall Foliage Half Marathon & 5K
Sep 26, 2026