Great New York State Marathon
Great New York State Marathon circles Onondaga Lake on a certified Syracuse course, pairing Boston qualifying utility with a fall race weekend.
Quick facts
- Certified Syracuse-area Boston qualifier
- Course centered on Onondaga Lake
- Sunday full within a multi-race weekend
- Fall conditions with possible lake wind
About the Great New York State Marathon
The full marathon anchors a multi-distance weekend supporting Kelleigh's Cause. Marathoners run two laps of the half-marathon course around Onondaga Lake, starting and finishing at the lakeside amphitheater.
Course
The road and paved-path layout loops around Onondaga Lake. The lakeside setting can support steady pacing, while curves, exposed sections and any repeated portions require attention to tangents and wind.
Race-day weather
Central New York in October can deliver crisp, fast conditions, but rain, lake wind and large morning temperature swings are common possibilities. Layers should be easy to discard after the start.
Past Great New York State Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, October 18, 2026 | Results available | Open results |
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Great New York State Marathon FAQ
When is the Great New York State Marathon?
We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 Great New York State Marathon. The most recent running was on Sunday, October 18, 2026.
Does the Great New York State Marathon have live tracking?
Marathon Scout does not list an official live-tracking link for the 2026 Great New York State Marathon yet. We only add a tracker after the race or its timing provider publishes it.
Is Great New York State Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Great New York State Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. To use the result, you must run the certified full-marathon course within the qualifying window and meet the current standard for your age and gender. Meeting the standard lets you apply but does not guarantee entry, and net-downhill courses can receive a time adjustment under current B.A.A. rules. Review the Boston qualifying times and downhill-course rules, or browse upcoming Boston qualifier marathons.
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