SUFFOLK COUNTY MARATHON
SUFFOLK COUNTY MARATHON is a running and trail running race on October 17–27, 2026 in BAY SHORE, NY, with entry fees from $15 to $164.
- Date
- October 17–27, 2026 (86 days to go)
- Price
- $15–$164
- Sports
- RunningTrail Running
From the Organizer
The 12th Annual Suffolk County Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, Sunday, October 18th, and the 5K will be held on Saturday, October 17th, 2026.
Sunday's races will start in the Village of Babylon and Finisher in Gardiner Park, located at Montauk Hwy W, Bay Shore, NY 11706. Athletes running the Half & Full Marathon will run one of the most scenic courses on Long Island, as they cross the Robert Moses Causeway. Saturdays races will start and finish at Gardiner County Park.
Each year, the Marathon raises money to benefit veterans and to date, the Suffolk County Marathon has raised over $1,000,000 for local veterans’ services.
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
62°
Typical Low
49°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Molloy Cercom, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About BAY SHORE, NY
City Elevation
0 ft
Nearest Airport
ISP
Long Island MacArthur Airport · 10 mi
Major Hub
JFK
John F. Kennedy International Airport · 28 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at SUFFOLK COUNTY MARATHON, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
86
Days to train
- Race
- SUFFOLK COUNTY MARATHON
- Date
- October 17–27, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Running
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.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
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Make it a Racecation
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SUFFOLK COUNTY MARATHON
Oct 17, 2026