
MHRRC Summer BBQ & Fun Run is a running race on August 14, 2026 in Pleasant Valley, NY.
From the Organizer
Join us for our 4th annual MHRRC Summer BBQ & Fun Run. This event will have a FREE kids (ages 12 and under) 1/2 mile fun run starting at 6:00 pm and a FREE adult group run (not a race) starting at 5:15 pm with a FREE BBQ immediately after.
Event Details:
James Baird State Park - 184 Clubhouse Road, Pleasant Valley, NY 12569 - Shelter #2 - Follow MHRRC signs once you get in the park.
Kid's Bib Pickup starting @ 5:30 pm
Kids 1/2 mile Fun Run @ 6:00 pm - Ages 12 and under
Adult Group Run @ 5:15 pm led by Shawn Beresford - All abilities WELCOME!
BBQ immediately after the kid's fun run. We will provide hamburgers, hot dogs, sides and water. Please BYOB.
Please make sure to register (this entire event is FREE) so that we can have an approximate head count.
**If you have any questions and/or are willing to help set-up, please email Mike Tanzi at tanzimj@gmail.com**
Events
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
83°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Poughkeepsie Dutchess Co Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
SWF
New York Stewart International Airport · 21 mi
Major Hub
BDL
Bradley International Airport · 60 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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MHRRC Summer BBQ & Fun Run
Aug 14, 2026