From the Organizer
TITLE:
Michael J. Pitney Farm Run and Youth Fun Run at Pitney Meadows Community Farm
RACE WEBSITE
The Community Races will be run in the morning before an exciting day of Middle and High School Races. Additional race information on the meet can be found at https://www.saratogaxctf.com/cross-country/saratoga-invitational.
PLACE
Pitney Meadows Community Farm
223 West Ave
Saratoga Springs, NY US 12866
www.pitneymeadowscommunityfarm.org
DESCRIPTION
We are pleased to announce the running of the 6th Michael J. Pitney Farm Run 5k (9:00am) and Youth Fun Run (10:00am) at Pitney Meadows Community Farm in Saratoga Springs, NY. The Youth and Community Races will be held in conjunction with the Saratoga XC Invitational (start 10:30am). The Community Races will be held before the high school meets begin.
All proceeds from the races will benefit Pitney Meadows Community Farm
The races will be held the morning of Saturday, October 10, 2026 on the beautiful Pitney Meadows Community Farm. The course is a mixed surface 5km course and will be run entirely on grass and stone dust trail surfaces. The course is primarily flat with some gentle rolling along the trails, there are no road crossings, and the trails are wide and smooth. The course offers open field viewing of the start and finish areas. The course is spectator-friendly, and will offer participants and spectators alike, a laid-back running atmosphere.
Mission:
Pitney Meadows Community Farm is dedicated to promoting sustainable agriculture and community engagement through educational programs, events, and hands-on farming experiences. Located in the heart of Saratoga Springs, NY, our farm serves as a hub for learning, wellness, and connection to the natural world.
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
43°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Saratoga Springs 4 Sw, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Saratoga Springs, NY
Population
28,542
as of 2023
City Elevation
223 ft
Nearest Airport
ALB
Albany International Airport · 22 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Days to train
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- Michael J. Pitney Farm Run
- Date
- October 10, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Michael J. Pitney Farm Run?
- Michael J. Pitney Farm Run is a running race held in Saratoga Springs, New York on October 10, 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 Michael J. Pitney Farm Run?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Saratoga Springs, New York at Pitney Meadows Community Farm. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Michael J. Pitney Farm Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Michael J. Pitney Farm Run
Oct 10, 2026