LARC in the Park 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- October 18, 2026
- Distance
- LARC in the Park 5K Run/Walk · Kids' Dewey Decimal Dash
From the Organizer
Lace up for Rockland's libraries! Join us for the 2nd Annual LARC in the Park 5K Run/Walk at Rockland Lake State Park on Sunday, October 18, 2026. Proceeds benefit the Library Association of Rockland County (LARC) Scholarship Fund and professional development for members. LARC is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization supporting and promoting Rockland’s public libraries.
Pricing:
- Online 5K entry (ages 17 and older) - $32.80 (before 9/30/2026, thereafter $43.40)
- Online 5K entry (ages 16 and younger) - $22.20
- Kids' Dewey Decimal Dash (up to age 10) - FREE
- First 150 5K participants to register will receive library-themed socks
- Prices include race entry and processing fees
- Registration is via online entry only. Registration closes at 9:45am 10/18/2026
Schedule:
- Race day registration opens at 9:00am
- Kids' Dewey Decimal Dash begins at 9:30am
- 5K Run/Walk begins at 10:00am
Entering Rockland Lake State Park:
- Use the North Entrance
- Proceed to parking lot #1
- Rockland Land State Park charges an entrance fee of $10 per vehicle after 8:00am
Our awards ceremony will take place shortly following the 5K
- Overall Male and Female winners
- Top 3 Male and Female age group winners in categories:
- Under 20
- 20-29
- 30-39
- 40-49
- 50-59
- 60-69
- 70+
Strollers are welcome. Please have your furry friends sit this one out.
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
65°
Typical Low
44°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Dobbs Ferry-Ardsley, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Valley Cottage, NY
Elevation
164 ft
Nearest Airport
LGA
LaGuardia Airport · 24 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- LARC in the Park 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- October 18, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the LARC in the Park 5K Run/Walk?
- LARC in the Park 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Valley Cottage, New York on October 18, 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 LARC in the Park 5K Run/Walk?
- Sunday, October 18, 2026 in Valley Cottage, New York at Rockland Lake State Park, Valley Cottage, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the LARC in the Park 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
LARC in the Park 5K Run/Walk
Oct 18, 2026