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
Is registration open for the 2026 Great New York State Marathon?
Registration for the 2026 Great New York State Marathon is open.
About the Great New York State Marathon
This Syracuse-area full anchors a multi-distance weekend with a charitable mission. Marathoners get their own certified race around Onondaga Lake rather than a doubled version of the shorter events.
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 | Upcoming | — |
Great New York State Marathon FAQ
When is the Great New York State Marathon?
The 2026 Great New York State Marathon is on Sunday, October 18, 2026.
Is registration open for the 2026 Great New York State Marathon?
Registration for the 2026 Great New York State Marathon is open. View the official registration details at runsignup.com.
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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