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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, Apr 30, 2027 | ||||
| 22.4 MILE CHALLENGE | Other | Apr 30, 20278:00 PM | $209$219 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
| 35.5 MILE CHALLENGE | Ultra | Apr 30, 20278:00 PM | $229$249 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
| FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS 5K | 5K | Apr 30, 20278:00 PM | $39$44 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
| Saturday, May 1, 2027 | ||||
| 10K RUN | 10K | May 1, 20278:00 AM | $69$74 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
| 1K JUST FOR KIDS | Kids | May 1, 202711:00 AM | $15 | – |
| Sunday, May 2, 2027 | ||||
| HALF MARATHON | Half Marathon | May 2, 20277:30 AM | $99$109 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
| MARATHON | Marathon | May 2, 20277:30 AM | $129$139 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
| Virtual 10kVirtual | 10K | Apr 30, 2027 | $55 | – |
| Virtual 1kVirtual | Other | Apr 30, 2027 | $20 | – |
| Virtual 22.4Virtual | Other | Apr 30, 2027 | $95 | – |
| Virtual 35.5Virtual | Ultra | Apr 30, 2027 | $95 | – |
| Virtual 5kVirtual | 5K | Apr 30, 2027 | $50 | – |
| Virtual Half MarathonVirtual | Half Marathon | Apr 30, 2027 | $65 | – |
| Virtual MarathonVirtual | Marathon | Apr 30, 2027 | $75 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Online registration closes May 1, 2027, unless the race fills first.
At $129, entry is about the same as a typical marathon in New York ($124.50).
A typical finisher at a marathon in New York runs 4:10:53, about 9:34 a mile, based on 12 races with published results. Women typically finish in 4:25:37 and men in 3:59:22.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 5:55 AM, and the 22.4 MILE CHALLENGE starts at 8:00 PM. The start sits about 100 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Eisenhower Park, East Meadow, NY 11554
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Aggregated from official results (PR Timing) for LONG ISLAND MARATHON FESTIVAL. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
At the 2026 HALF MARATHON, the fastest tenth finished in 1:42:49 or better, the top quarter in 1:54:28, and half the field in 2:08:56; the last tenth came in after 2:50:45.
At the 2026 FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 24:37 or better, the top quarter in 28:42, and half the field in 36:00; the last tenth came in after 57:32.
At the 2026 10K RUN, the fastest tenth finished in 51:06 or better, the top quarter in 55:45, and half the field in 1:05:03; the last tenth came in after 1:32:21.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 1:59:33 | 1:34:59 |
| 20-29 | 1:37:18 | 1:21:38 |
| 30-39 | 1:28:02 | 1:26:57 |
| 40-49 | 1:34:53 | 1:29:09 |
| 50-59 | 1:40:35 | 1:36:18 |
| 60-69 | 1:48:55 | 1:45:29 |
| 70+ | 2:54:50 | 2:04:36 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Up 62 percent since 2021.
All events combined, from official results.
From 2021 to 2026, the field went from 1,033 to 1,395 finishers, and the median time dropped from 2:11:59 to 2:08:56.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1,395 (-10%) | 2:08:56 | under 1:42:49 | 1:14:39 |
| 2025 | 1,555 (+9%) | 2:13:13 | under 1:44:31 | 1:14:13 |
| 2024 | 1,431 (+5%) | 2:10:18 | under 1:44:13 | 1:13:34 |
| 2023 | 1,362 (+40%) | 2:13:45 | under 1:47:21 | 1:15:43 |
| 2022 | 976 (-6%) | 2:11:39 | under 1:45:27 | 1:19:28 |
| 2021 | 1,033 | 2:11:59 | under 1:42:15 | 1:11:52 |
From each year's official results for the Half Marathon; virtual options are left out.
About average for New York half marathons
The fastest quarter of the 2026 half marathon field finished under 1:54:28, against 1:54:19 in a typical New York half marathon, so times here are about average.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Around April 30 the day usually runs from 47°F at dawn to 63°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 28% of days. Cold snaps dip to 40°F and hot years reach 72°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of LONG ISLAND MARATHON FESTIVAL cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
This years EXPO Is located under the Marquee Tent, by the Finish line in Eisenhower Park, on Park Blvd, Westbury, NY. FRIDAY 5/2/2025. 3:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Long Island Health & Fitness EXPO Athletes participating in the 1k, 5k, 10k, Half…
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A new racecourse with a new start line location means a new location for Bag Check. This is for athletes racing in the 13.1 mile Half Marathon & 26.2 mile Marathon ONLY. Please pay attention! YOU MUST PICK UP A CLEAR BAG FROM THE EXPO for…
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The Jovia Financial Credit Union Long Island Marathon Weekend is back for another incredible weekend of racing, celebration, and community at Eisenhower Park!
One of Long Island's biggest running events, Marathon Weekend brings together thousands of runners, families, volunteers, and spectators for three action-packed days of racing. Whether you are chasing a new PR, running your first race, taking on 26.2 miles, or getting the whole family involved, there is something for everyone.
Choose your challenge with the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, or Kids 1K Fun Run and experience one of Long Island's premier running traditions.