Old Forge Marathon Weekend - Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kayak, Bike
When is Old Forge Marathon Weekend - Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kayak, Bike?
Old Forge Marathon Weekend - Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kayak, Bike takes place on Thursday, September 10, 2026 in Old Forge, NY.
What distances does Old Forge Marathon Weekend - Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kayak, Bike offer?
Old Forge Marathon Weekend - Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kayak, Bike offers 24 events: Old Forge 5K (Sat- 9/12), Old Forge 5K (Thursday), Old Forge 5K (Friday, 9/11- 4:30PM), Virtual Old Forge 5K, Old Forge Kayak (5K), Old Forge 10K (Fri 9/11- 4:30pm), Old Forge 10K (Fri 9/11- 8:45AM), Virtual Old Forge 10K, Old Forge 10K (Sat 9/12), Gravel Grinder (12 Miles)., Old Forge Half Marathon(Friday), Virtual Old Forge Half Marathon, Old Forge Half Marathon (Sat 9/12), Loony1-Fri 4:30PM 10K+Sat 8:15AM Half, Loony4 - Fri 8:30AM Half + Fri 4:30PM 10K, Ky-Tri (Kayak, Run, Bike), Loony3 - Fri 8:30AM Half + Sat 8:30AM 10K, Loony2 -Fri 8:45AM 10K +Sat 8:15AM Half, Old Forge Marathon, Virtual Old Forge Marathon, Super Loon(10K + Marathon), ADKrazy (3 Day event) VIRTUAL, ADKrazy(3 Day Challenge), Old Forge Ultra Marathon (50K).
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Forge 5K (Sat- 9/12) | 3.1 mi | $44.00 | Register |
| Old Forge 5K (Thursday) | 3.1 mi | $40.00 | Register |
| Old Forge 5K (Friday, 9/11- 4:30PM) | 3.1 mi | $42.50 | Register |
| Virtual Old Forge 5K | 3.1 mi | $50.00 | Register |
| Old Forge Kayak (5K) | 3.1 mi | $43.00 | Register |
| Old Forge 10K (Fri 9/11- 4:30pm) | 6.2 mi | $60.00 | Register |
| Old Forge 10K (Fri 9/11- 8:45AM) | 6.2 mi | $60.00 | Register |
| Virtual Old Forge 10K | 6.2 mi | $70.00 | Register |
| Old Forge 10K (Sat 9/12) | 6.2 mi | $62.50 | Register |
| Gravel Grinder (12 Miles). | 12.0 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| Old Forge Half Marathon(Friday) | 13.1 mi | $80.00 | Register |
| Virtual Old Forge Half Marathon | 13.1 mi | $85.00 | Register |
| Old Forge Half Marathon (Sat 9/12) | 13.1 mi | $80.00 | Register |
| Loony1-Fri 4:30PM 10K+Sat 8:15AM Half | 19.3 mi | $125.00 | Register |
| Loony4 - Fri 8:30AM Half + Fri 4:30PM 10K | 19.3 mi | $125.00 | Register |
| Ky-Tri (Kayak, Run, Bike) | 19.3 mi | $150.00 | Register |
| Loony3 - Fri 8:30AM Half + Sat 8:30AM 10K | 19.3 mi | $125.00 | Register |
| Loony2 -Fri 8:45AM 10K +Sat 8:15AM Half | 19.3 mi | $125.00 | Register |
| Old Forge Marathon | 26.2 mi | $95.00 | Register |
| Virtual Old Forge Marathon | 26.2 mi | $110.00 | Register |
| Super Loon(10K + Marathon) | 32.4 mi | $140.00 | Register |
| ADKrazy (3 Day event) VIRTUAL | 48.6 mi | $275.00 | Register |
| ADKrazy(3 Day Challenge) | 48.6 mi | $270.00 | Register |
| Old Forge Ultra Marathon (50K) | 50.0 km | $102.00 | Register |
How much does Old Forge Marathon Weekend - Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kayak, Bike cost?
Registration for Old Forge Marathon Weekend - Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kayak, Bike starts at $100.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Old Forge Marathon Weekend - Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kayak, Bike held?
Old Forge Marathon Weekend - Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kayak, Bike is held in Old Forge, NY at George T Hiltebrant Recreation Center.
About Old Forge Marathon Weekend - Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kayak, Bike
Ultra - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10K - 5K + Challenges (Loony, Super Loony or ADKrazy!)
Run the beautiful Adirondack Park this fall in Old Forge NY. A true destination location at the most perfect time of year!
Choose from the ULTRA (50K), FULL or HALF MARATHON, 10K, 5K, or push yourself with the ADKrazy or Loon or Super Loon Challenge.
Want to switch it up? Grab your paddle, sneakers & bike for the Ky-Tri or just your bike for the 12Mile Gravel Grinder.
Dick's Sporting Good Coupon for our runners
PACKET PICKUPS
Packet Pick-Ups at the running race site: George T. Hiltebrant Rec. Center, 225 North St, Old Forge, NY
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10th
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM for ADKrazy runners and other Thursday 5K runners
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM for all other events
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11th
7:30 AM- 10:00 AM- All events
1:30 PM - 7:00 PM – All events
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th
6:00 AM- 8:30 AM- All events
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13th
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM- Gravel Grinder races
COURSE INFORMATION
- A true ADK experience on mostly gravel/dirt roads
- Custom Short Sleeve shirt
- Finisher's Medal
- Course Records: Cory Demo (M) 17:10 (2020); Laurie Hennessy (F) 20:20 (2017)
- Eligible for the LOONY or SUPER LOONY CHALLENGE (run a 10k on Friday & then a Half or Full on Saturday!)
- A true ADK experience on mostly gravel/dirt roads
- Premium Old Forge long sleeve race hoodie
- Finisher's Medal
- Course Records: Randy Misencik (M) 39:56 (2019); Kristie Froio (F) 37:54 (2019)
- Eligible for the LOONY CHALLENGE (run a 10k on Friday & then a Half on Saturday!)
- True ADK experience on mostly gravel/dirt roads
- Premium Old Forge custom long sleeve race hoodie
- Finisher's Medal
- Course Records: Dave Cook (M) 1:16:12 (2020); Donna Langerfield (F) 1:28:27 (2017)
- Eligible for the SUPER LOONY CHALLENGE (run a 10k on Friday & then a Full on Saturday!)
- True ADK experience on mostly gravel/dirt roads
- Premium Old Forge custom long sleeve race hoodie
- Finisher's Medal
- Course Records: Steve Haagsma (M) 2:35:25 (2020); Kimberly Mills (F) 3:10:03 (2020)
- Eligible for the SUPER LOONY CHALLENGE (run a 10k on Friday & then an Ultra on Saturday!)
- True ADK experience on mostly gravel/dirt roads
- Premium Old Forge custom long sleeve race hoodie
- Finisher's Medal
- COURSE RECORD…
Andy Johnston (2023) 3:54:02.45 - 50K Ultra
LOONY CHALLENGE / SUPER LOONY CHALLENGE
- Loony Challenge: Select this option at registration if you're up for the challenge of a 10K on Friday AND a Half Marathon on Saturday! Participants of this two-day, loony challenge receive extra swag!
- Super Loony Challenge: Select this option at registration if you're up for the challenge of a 10K on Friday AND a Full Marathon on Saturday. Participants of this two-day, super loony challenge receive extra swag!
ADKrazy CHALLENGE
- 3 Day Challenge: Select this option at registration if you are Krazy enough to run all events... 5K + 10K + 13.1 + 26.2
Timeline of Events
Timeline for the 2026 Old Forge Marathon Weekend:
2026 OLD FORGE WEEKEND SCHEDULE
Events
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10TH
5:00 PM 5K (ADKrazy)
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11th
8:30 AM Half Marathon (ADKrazy)
8:45 AM 10K
3:00 PM 5K Kayak (Ky-Tri)
4:30 PM 5K
4:30 PM 10K (ADKrazy, Loony & Super Loony)
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th
7:00 AM Ultra 50K
7:30 AM Marathon (ADKrazy & Super Loony)
8:15 AM Half Marathon (Loony)
8:30 AM 5K
8:30 AM 10K (Ky-Tri)
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13th
10:00 AM 12 mile Gravel Grinder (Ky-Tri) starts at the Rec Center
Packet Pick-Ups
At the running race site: George T. Hiltebrant Rec. Center, 225 North St, Old Forge, NY
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10th
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM for ADKrazy runners and other Thursday 5K runners
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM for all other events
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11th
7:30 AM- 10:00 AM- All events
1:30 PM - 7:00 PM – All events
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th
6:00 AM- 8:30 AM- All events
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13th
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM- Gravel Grinder race
Retail hours:
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10th
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11th
7:30 AM- 10:00 AM
1:30 PM – 7:00 PM
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th
6:00 AM- 3:30 PM
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13th
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Awards Ceremonies:
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10th
5:45 PM- 5K
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11th
10:00 AM Morning 10K
11:00 AM Half Marathon
4:45 PM 5K Kayak
5:30 PM 5K race
5:45 PM Late 10K
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th
9:30 AM 5K
10:00 AM 10K
10:45 AM Half Marathon
1:00 PM Marathon
2:30 PM Ultra 50K
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13th
11:30 AM 12 mile Gravel Grinder
Award Schedule
Award Ceremonies:
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10th
5:45 PM- 5K
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11th
10:00 AM Morning 10K
11:00 AM Half Marathon
4:45 PM 5K Kayak
5:30 PM 5K race
5:45 PM Late 10K
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th
9:30 AM 5K
10:00 AM 10K
10:45 AM Half Marathon
1:00 PM Marathon
2:30 PM Ultra 50K
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13th
11:30 PM 11 mile Gravel Grinder
LODGING, PARKING & TOURISM
RACE WEATHER & CLIMATE
Old Forge, NY typically sees temperatures in September that range between the mid 40’s to mid 60’s, although, record temps have reached as high as the 90’s and have dipped into the teens!
LODGING OPTIONS | |
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Old Forge Camping Resort* |
Water’s Edge Inn* |
| www.OldForgeCamping.com | www.WatersEdgeInn.com |
Promo Code: OFTHON26
Valid: Thurs - Sat. 9/10-12
Valid at both the Old Forge Camping Resort and the Water's Edge Inn: 10% Off stay
Valid Thursday, September 4 - Sunday, September 87, 2025 [2 night minimum stay]
Also, if you are traveling with a group you might want to check out Woodcraft Camps as they will have cabins available for our participants this year (2025).
PARKING
Free Parking on site. Overflow parking at Water Safari (walking distance from the race site).