Finger Lakes Festival of Races (18M,13.1M,10K& 5K)
- Date
- September 25–26, 2026
- Distance
- Friday Night 5K · Finger Lakes Half Marathon · Finger Lakes 18 Miler & more
From the Organizer
One of the premier Willow Running events is in Montour Falls (Watkins Glen), NY. There will be various race distance on the beautiful Catharine Valley Trail to choose from including the 18M, a great training run for those gearing up for a fall marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5 K distances. The trail is an old Rail Trail that is well maintained all year and easy to navigate with a slight elevation gain heading out and a slight elevation decline heading back to the finish line.
Post race enjoy a fun filled celebration with music, food and drinks.
This years event will once again benefit the Friends of the Catharine Valley Trail
Come enjoy the Finger Lakes Region of New York State, take in the fall foliage, enjoy the many wineries and craft beer locations that dominate the region.
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
67°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mecklenburg 4sw, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Montour Falls, NY
Population
1,666
as of 2023
Elevation
479 ft
Nearest Airport
ELM
Elmira Corning Regional Airport · 13 mi
Major Hub
SYR
Syracuse Hancock International Airport · 65 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Finger Lakes Festival of Races (18M,13.1M,10K& 5K), put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
109
Days to train
- Race
- Finger Lakes Festival of Races (18M,13.1M,10K& 5K)
- Date
- September 25–26, 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 Finger Lakes Festival of Races (18M,13.1M,10K& 5K)?
- Finger Lakes Festival of Races (18M,13.1M,10K& 5K) is a running race held in Montour Falls, New York on September 25, 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 Finger Lakes Festival of Races (18M,13.1M,10K& 5K)?
- Friday, September 25, 2026 in Montour Falls, New York at 109 South Genesee Street, Montour Falls, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Finger Lakes Festival of Races (18M,13.1M,10K& 5K)?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Finger Lakes Festival of Races (18M,13.1M,10K& 5K)
Sep 25, 2026