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LONG ISLAND MARATHON FESTIVAL 2027

Date
Race weekend: Friday to Sunday, April 30 to May 2, 2027
Start time
8:00 PM start (New York)
Entry fee
From $15 · goes up to $219 on Dec 1, 2026
Included with entry
Includes a shirt
Fundraising
Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
Friday, Apr 30, 2027
22.4 MILE CHALLENGEOtherApr 30, 20278:00 PM$209$219 after Dec 1, 2026–
35.5 MILE CHALLENGEUltraApr 30, 20278:00 PM$229$249 after Dec 1, 2026–
FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS 5K5KApr 30, 20278:00 PM$39$44 after Dec 1, 2026–
Saturday, May 1, 2027
10K RUN10KMay 1, 20278:00 AM$69$74 after Dec 1, 2026–
1K JUST FOR KIDSKidsMay 1, 202711:00 AM$15–
Sunday, May 2, 2027
HALF MARATHONHalf MarathonMay 2, 20277:30 AM$99$109 after Dec 1, 2026–
MARATHONMarathonMay 2, 20277:30 AM$129$139 after Dec 1, 2026–
Virtual 10kVirtual10KApr 30, 2027$55–
Virtual 1kVirtualOtherApr 30, 2027$20–
Virtual 22.4VirtualOtherApr 30, 2027$95–
Virtual 35.5VirtualUltraApr 30, 2027$95–
Virtual 5kVirtual5KApr 30, 2027$50–
Virtual Half MarathonVirtualHalf MarathonApr 30, 2027$65–
Virtual MarathonVirtualMarathonApr 30, 2027$75–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • 22.4 MILE CHALLENGE: $209 until Nov 30, then $219 until Dec 31, then $239 until Feb 28, then $259 until Mar 31, then $279 until Apr 29, then $300 until Apr 30.
  • 35.5 MILE CHALLENGE: $229 until Nov 30, then $249 until Dec 31, then $269 until Feb 28, then $289 until Mar 31, then $309 until Apr 29, then $330 until Apr 30.
  • FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS 5K: $39 until Nov 30, then $44 until Dec 31, then $49 until Feb 28, then $54 until Mar 31, then $59 until Apr 29, then $70 until Apr 30.
  • 10K RUN: $69 until Nov 30, then $74 until Dec 31, then $79 until Feb 28, then $84 until Mar 31, then $89 until Apr 29, then $100 until May 1.

Online registration closes May 1, 2027, unless the race fills first.

How the price compares

At $129, entry is about the same as a typical marathon in New York ($124.50).

What a typical finish looks like

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.

Light and altitude

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.

Start location and course

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.

HALF MARATHON

1,395
finishers
2:08:56
median (9:50 /mi)
1:14:39
winning time
49% / 51%
women / men
median 2:08:561:27:343:29:29
Finish times, fastest to slowest. Each bar is a slice of the field; the dashed line is the median.

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS 5K

646
finishers
36:00
median (11:35 /mi)
17:02
winning time
58% / 42%
women / men

10K RUN

559
finishers
1:05:03
median (10:28 /mi)
36:21
winning time
55% / 45%
women / men

Aggregated from official results (PR Timing) for LONG ISLAND MARATHON FESTIVAL. Individual finisher names are not stored here.

How fast do you need to be at LONG ISLAND MARATHON FESTIVAL?

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.

Third place by age group, 2026 HALF MARATHON
AgeWomenMen
Under 201:59:331:34:59
20-291:37:181:21:38
30-391:28:021:26:57
40-491:34:531:29:09
50-591:40:351:36:18
60-691:48:551:45:29
70+2:54:502:04:36

Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.

What would my time get me?

Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.

Finishers by year

Up 62 percent since 2021.

All events combined, from official results.

LONG ISLAND MARATHON FESTIVAL Half Marathon year by year

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.

YearFinishersMedianFastest tenthWinner
20261,395 (-10%)2:08:56under 1:42:491:14:39
20251,555 (+9%)2:13:13under 1:44:311:14:13
20241,431 (+5%)2:10:18under 1:44:131:13:34
20231,362 (+40%)2:13:45under 1:47:211:15:43
2022976 (-6%)2:11:39under 1:45:271:19:28
20211,0332:11:59under 1:42:151:11:52

From each year's official results for the Half Marathon; virtual options are left out.

How fast is it?

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.

  • 5K: About average for New York 5Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 28:42, against 27:55 in a typical New York 5K, so times here are about average.
  • 10K: Slower than most New York 10Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2026 10K field finished under 55:45, against 53:06 in a typical New York 10K, so times here run 5 percent slower.

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.

Typical race-day weather

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.

From the race's page

What the organizers of LONG ISLAND MARATHON FESTIVAL cover on their registration page, in brief.

Schedule and packet pickup

EVENT SCHEDULE

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…

Course

1/2 MARATHON COURSE MAP

INTERACTIVE COURSE MAP CLICK HERE. USATF Course certificate can be download by clicking on the PDF.

1/2 MARATHON COURSE MAP, from the LONG ISLAND MARATHON FESTIVAL page

Course

10K COURSE MAP

PLOTAROUTE 10k COURSE FLOW VIDEO FLOW MAP CLICK HERE.

10K COURSE MAP, from the LONG ISLAND MARATHON FESTIVAL page

Course

1K KIDS RUN COURSE MAP

STRAVA COURSE MAP CLICK HERE. INTERACTIVE COURSE MAP CLICK HERE. PLOTAROUTE 1K COURSE FLOW VIDEO FLOW MAP CLICK HERE.

1K KIDS RUN COURSE MAP, from the LONG ISLAND MARATHON FESTIVAL page

Course

5K COURSE MAP

STRAVA COURSE MAP CLICK HERE. INTERACTIVE COURSE MAP CLICK HERE. PLOTAROUTE 5K COURSE FLOW VIDEO FLOW MAP CLICK HERE. USATF CERTIFIED 5K COURSE MAP CLICK HERE.

5K COURSE MAP, from the LONG ISLAND MARATHON FESTIVAL page

Course

BAG CHECK

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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Race details

Where
Eisenhower Park, East Meadow, NY 11554Map
Course
Road
Start elevation
About 100 feet
Included with entry
T-Shirt
Donations
Accepted when you register
Distances
5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra, Kids, Other
Editions
2027 (May 1, 2027), 2026 (May 2, 2026), 2025 (May 3, 2025), 2024 (May 4, 2024), 2023 (May 6, 2023), 2022 (Apr 30, 2022)

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Quick answers

When is LONG ISLAND MARATHON FESTIVAL?
It is a race weekend, Friday to Sunday, April 30 to May 2, 2027: Other, Ultra, 5K on Friday; 10K, Kids on Saturday; Half Marathon, Marathon on Sunday.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at $15 before processing fees, and rises to $219 on Dec 1, 2026.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes May 1, 2027, unless the race fills first.
Is the entry fee high for New York?
At $129, entry is about the same as a typical marathon in New York ($124.50).
Do runners get a shirt or medal?
Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
Can I donate to a cause when I register?
Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
What distances can I run?
5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra, Kids, Other.
How big is it, and how fast?
In 2026, 1,395 runners finished the HALF MARATHON; the median finish was 2:08:56 and the winner ran 1:14:39.
Is it a fast course?
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.
Where does it start?
Eisenhower Park, East Meadow, NY 11554.
Is there a course map?
Yes, the organizers publish the route on Ride with GPS; the link is under Start location and course.

From the organizers

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.

Read the full description on RunSignup