Running Races in New York
New York has 579 upcoming running races scheduled for 2026. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in August through October, quietest in January, April, and July. No single city dominates the calendar. New York City leads with 104 races, followed by Rochester (31), Syracuse (13), and Buffalo (13). The remaining 72% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.
Running races by month in New York
Sep (160) · Aug (128) · Oct (123) · Nov (62) · Dec (26) · Mar (19) · May (17) · Feb (13) · Jun (10) · Jan (9) · Jul (7) · Apr (5)
Notable New York events
- TCS New York City Marathon — New York, November 1 — full marathon (World Marathon Major)
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Becker Farms Spiked Apple 5k
Gasport, NY
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Becker Farms Spiked Apple 5k
July 31, 2026
Gasport, NY
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Countdown to One! Last Man Standing (Dresden)
Dresden, NY
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Countdown to One! Last Man Standing (Dresden)
August 1, 2026
Dresden, NY
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NYC Summer Half, 5 Miler 2026
New York, NY
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NYC Summer Half, 5 Miler 2026
August 1, 2026
New York, NY
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Support Kayaker Registration
Brightwaters, NY
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Support Kayaker Registration
August 1, 2026
Brightwaters, NY
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174th Attack Wing Runway 5K - Presented by Syracuse Hancock International Airport
August 1, 2026
Syracuse, NY
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TRENTON FISH AND GAME CLUB AUTISM AWARENESS RUN/WALK
August 2, 2026
Holland Patent, NY
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Running Races in Nearby States
Frequently asked questions
How do I find running races near me?▾
Enter your zip code on RACE or use the location-based pages at /marathons-near-me, /half-marathons-near-me, /10k-near-me, or /5k-near-me. We show every upcoming running event within your selected radius, sorted by distance from you.
What's the most popular running distance in the US?▾
By a wide margin, the 5K. The half marathon is the most popular distance over 10 miles. Each distance has its own hub on RACE — /5k-races, /10k-races, /half-marathons, /marathons — with live event counts and state-by-state breakdowns.
When is running race season in the US?▾
June is the single busiest month for running events. The June–October stretch carries roughly 70% of the year’s running calendar. December through March is the quietest period — most regions don’t publish next year’s spring races until late winter, so the calendar grows back as race directors finalize dates.
Which states have the most running races?▾
Ohio, Florida, Texas, Michigan, and California lead the country in upcoming running event volume. Every state hosts dozens of upcoming races — including smaller states like Wyoming, Vermont, and North Dakota. The "Browse by state" grid on this page links to a dedicated running hub for every state.
How do I register for a running race?▾
For RACE-native events, you can register and pay on this site. For events hosted on external platforms (RunSignUp, RaceRoster, and similar), we link you directly to the official registration page. Either way, you find the race here.