The Great New York State Marathon
Loop the Lake in Central New York.
Race day
18
Oct 2026
Loop the Lake in Central New York.
Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Sunday 18 October 2026Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Start time | 07:30 local (America/New York)Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Distances | Full Marathon · Half Marathon · 10K · 5KCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Location | Syracuse, New York, United StatesCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Start area | Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview, 490 Restoration Way, Syracuse, NY 13209Confirm the exact start with the organizerCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Entry price | $85–$120Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Course | Road · Loop · USATF certifiedCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Elevation gain | 60 mCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Field size | About 800 runners (typical field)Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Boston qualifier | YesCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Organizer | Great New York State MarathonCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Official website | greatnewyorkstatemarathon.orgOrganizer · 21 May 2026 | Organizer | 21 May 2026 |
| Listing | Verified listingSunday Marathon review · 21 May 2026 | Sunday Marathon review | 21 May 2026 |
Source is where this listing’s facts came from. Where a field could not be confirmed we leave it blank rather than guess.
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A certified Boston qualifier looping around scenic Onondaga Lake in Syracuse.
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Best For
Runners comparing a listed Boston qualifier
The Great New York State Marathon belongs on the shortlist when you are comparing Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K options around Syracuse, New York, United States and want the key date, location, registration, and course facts in one place.
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Decision Signal
Performance claims need source checks
The Great New York State Marathon should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in Syracuse, New York, United States, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with road surface, loop course, certified course, Boston qualifier listing. Weather notes are listed, so factor them into gear and pacing decisions.
- Date And Schedule
The Great New York State Marathon is currently listed for October 18, 2026, which makes the October planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
Plan around Syracuse, New York, United States, then verify the exact start area, finish area, packet pickup, and post-race exit route before booking non-refundable travel.
- Course Fit
Listed course signals include road surface, loop course, certified course, Boston qualifier listing. Use them to compare effort, pacing risk, and training fit before relying on the race for a specific goal.
- Entry Readiness
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
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