
LONG ISLAND MARATHON FESTIVAL is a running race on April 30 – May 30, 2027 in East Meadow, NY, with entry fees from $15 to $229.
From the Organizer
The Jovia Financial Credit Union Long Island Marathon Weekend is back for another incredible weekend of racing, celebration, and community at Eisenhower Park!
One of Long Island's biggest running events, Marathon Weekend brings together thousands of runners, families, volunteers, and spectators for three action-packed days of racing. Whether you are chasing a new PR, running your first race, taking on 26.2 miles, or getting the whole family involved, there is something for everyone.
Choose your challenge with the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, or Kids 1K Fun Run and experience one of Long Island's premier running traditions.
Expect an AWESOME race atmosphere, incredible volunteers, cheering spectators, and the excitement of crossing the finish line surrounded by the Long Island running community.
Whether this is your first start line or your next finish line, this is your weekend.
RUN LONG ISLAND. CELEBRATE LONG ISLAND. BE PART OF MARATHON WEEKEND!
Weather
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
48°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mineola, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
76 ft
Nearest Airport
JFK
John F. Kennedy International Airport · 13 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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From Endurance Grid
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.
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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LONG ISLAND MARATHON FESTIVAL
Apr 30, 2027