The Gingerbread 5k
- Date
- July 12, 2026
- Distance
- 5k Run / Walk
From the Organizer
Flat and fast, out and back course on the neighborhood streets around the Hospital. The start and finish will be in the hospital parking lot across from the main entrance.
Start Time: 8am
Registration: 6:30am
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
79°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Freeville 1 Ne, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cortland, NY
Population
17,465
as of 2023
Elevation
1,148 ft
Nearest Airport
ITH
Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport · 16 mi
Major Hub
SYR
Syracuse Hancock International Airport · 36 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Waiting For?
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Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Gingerbread 5k?
- The Gingerbread 5k is a running race held in Cortland, New York on July 12, 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 Gingerbread 5k?
- Sunday, July 12, 2026 in Cortland, New York at Guthrie Medical Center, Cortland, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Gingerbread 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Gingerbread 5k
Jul 12, 2026