Finger Lakes Festival of Races (18M,13.1M,10K& 5K)
When is Finger Lakes Festival of Races (18M,13.1M,10K& 5K)?
Finger Lakes Festival of Races (18M,13.1M,10K& 5K) takes place on Friday, September 25, 2026 in Montour Falls, NY.
What distances does Finger Lakes Festival of Races (18M,13.1M,10K& 5K) offer?
Finger Lakes Festival of Races (18M,13.1M,10K& 5K) offers 9 events: Friday Night 5K, Saturday Finger Lakes 5K, Finger Lakes 5K- Virtual, Finger Lakes 10K, Finger Lakes 10K- Virtual, Finger Lakes Half Marathon- Virtual, Finger Lakes Half Marathon, Finger Lakes 18 miler- Virtual, Finger Lakes 18 Miler.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday Night 5K | 3.1 mi | $38.00 | Register |
| Saturday Finger Lakes 5K | 3.1 mi | $40.00 | Register |
| Finger Lakes 5K- Virtual | 3.1 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| Finger Lakes 10K | 6.2 mi | $55.00 | Register |
| Finger Lakes 10K- Virtual | 6.2 mi | $62.00 | Register |
| Finger Lakes Half Marathon- Virtual | 13.1 mi | $86.00 | Register |
| Finger Lakes Half Marathon | 13.1 mi | $75.00 | Register |
| Finger Lakes 18 miler- Virtual | 18.0 mi | $89.00 | Register |
| Finger Lakes 18 Miler | 18.0 mi | $80.00 | Register |
How much does Finger Lakes Festival of Races (18M,13.1M,10K& 5K) cost?
Registration for Finger Lakes Festival of Races (18M,13.1M,10K& 5K) starts at $35.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Finger Lakes Festival of Races (18M,13.1M,10K& 5K) held?
Finger Lakes Festival of Races (18M,13.1M,10K& 5K) is held in Montour Falls, NY at 109 South Genesee Street.
About Finger Lakes Festival of Races (18M,13.1M,10K& 5K)
One of the premier Willow Running events is in Montour Falls (Watkins Glen), NY. There will be various race distance on the beautiful Catharine Valley Trail to choose from including the 18M, a great training run for those gearing up for a fall marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5 K distances. The trail is an old Rail Trail that is well maintained all year and easy to navigate with a slight elevation gain heading out and a slight elevation decline heading back to the finish line.
Post race enjoy a fun filled celebration with music, food and drinks.
This years event will once again benefit the Friends of the Catharine Valley Trail
Come enjoy the Finger Lakes Region of New York State, take in the fall foliage, enjoy the many wineries and craft beer locations that dominate the region.
HISTORY & THE REGION
Montour Falls is a quaint community located a few minutes drive from the popular destination of Watkins Glen. Shequaga Falls (pronounced She-qua-ga) AKA Montour Falls is a 165-foot tall waterfall located right in the heart of Montour Falls, New York. Shequaga in the Seneca language means "Tumbling Waters".
From the parking area on South Genesee Street, it’s only a couple hundred feet to the best viewing area for the falls as well as the start/finish of the race event.
GIVEAWAY
HERE'S WHAT YOU GET:
- Great shirt, lightweight thermal long sleeve- (18 Miler, Half & 10K)
- Custom Short Sleeve tee Shirt- 5K
- Finisher medal
- Post race refreshments
- A free beer at Diversion Brewery nearby (for entrants 21+)
- Custom finisher certififcate
COURSE DETAILS
All race events will take place on the well-groomed and picturesque Catherine Valley Trail System. See course maps
18 MILER: Course map on Map My Run
HALF MARATHON: Course map on Map My Run
10K: Course map on Map My Run
Saturday 5K: Course map on Map My Run
Friday Night 5K: Course map on Map My Run
PACKET PICKUP
Friday, Sept 25th:
4:30PM - 7:00PM at Location TBD - Montour Falls NY
Race Day (Sept 26th) PPU/In-Person Registration:
7:00AM - 8:00AM at 238 West Main Street, Montour Falls, NY (Small Park on Main St.)
Post Race Health and Wellness Fair
Awards planned for 2025:
Awards for 2025:
Friday - 5K - First Overall M/F, Second Overall M/F, Master Overall M/F
18 Mile - First Overall M/F, Second Overall M/F, Master Overall M/F
Half marathon- First Overall M/F, Master Overall M/F, Super Master M/F, Age groups (1st place in 10 yr groups)
10K - First Overall M/F, Master Overall M/F, Age group (10 yr)
Saturday - 5K - First Overall M/F, Second Overall M/F, Master Overall M/F