2026 Rhinebeck Fall Foliage Half Marathon & 5K
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Rhinebeck, New York
- Price $27.50 - $59.30
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 2026 Rhinebeck Fall Foliage Half Marathon & 5K, happening on Saturday, September 26, 2026! Set in the picturesque town of Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, this beloved autumn event offers participants the chance to soak in the stunning fall colors that transform the landscape into a vibrant display of fire-orange and deep gold. Whether you're gearing up for the half marathon as a final preparation for your fall championship or enjoying the scenic 5K for the sheer joy of it, this is the perfect weekend to immerse yourself in the beauty of the Hudson Valley.
The half marathon kicks off at 8:30 a.m., followed by the 5K starting at 8:45 a.m., with course support available until noon. Both races begin and end at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds, ensuring a festive atmosphere filled with community spirit and camaraderie. Don't miss out on this quintessential autumn tradition—mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable day of racing and celebration! Please remember that dogs are not allowed at the fairgrounds, so plan accordingly.
The half marathon kicks off at 8:30 a.m., followed by the 5K starting at 8:45 a.m., with course support available until noon. Both races begin and end at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds, ensuring a festive atmosphere filled with community spirit and camaraderie. Don't miss out on this quintessential autumn tradition—mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable day of racing and celebration! Please remember that dogs are not allowed at the fairgrounds, so plan accordingly.
Organiser's Description
THE HUDSON VALLEYS FAVORITE AUTUMN TRADITION RETURNS. WHETHER YOURE USING OUR HALF MARATHON AS THE FINAL "BIG PUSH" BEFORE YOUR FALL CHAMPIONSHIP OR TAKING ON THE 5K FOR THE SHEER ATMOSPHERE OF THE HUDSON VALLEY, THIS IS THE WEEKEND TO BE IN RHINEBECK.
WHEN THE TIMING IS RIGHT, THE COURSE TRANSFORMS INTO A CORRIDOR OF FIRE-ORANGE AND DEEP GOLD. ITS FAST, ITS SCENIC, AND ITS THE DEFINITIVE WAY TO EXPERIENCE AUTUMN IN UPSTATE NEW YORK.
RACE DAY ESSENTIALS
WHEN: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26TH AT 8:30 A.M. (5K TO BEGIN AT 8:45 A.M.) - COURSE SUPPORT CONCLUDES AT 12:00 P.M.
WHERE: STARTS & ENDS AT THE DUTCHESS COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
_PLEASE NOTE THAT DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED AT THE DUTCHESS COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS. WE RISK LOSING THIS LOCATION FOR OUR EVENT IF YOU, YOUR FRIENDS, OR YOUR FAMILY IGNORE THE RULES SET BY THE DUTCHESS COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS._
WHEN THE TIMING IS RIGHT, THE COURSE TRANSFORMS INTO A CORRIDOR OF FIRE-ORANGE AND DEEP GOLD. ITS FAST, ITS SCENIC, AND ITS THE DEFINITIVE WAY TO EXPERIENCE AUTUMN IN UPSTATE NEW YORK.
RACE DAY ESSENTIALS
WHEN: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26TH AT 8:30 A.M. (5K TO BEGIN AT 8:45 A.M.) - COURSE SUPPORT CONCLUDES AT 12:00 P.M.
WHERE: STARTS & ENDS AT THE DUTCHESS COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
_PLEASE NOTE THAT DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED AT THE DUTCHESS COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS. WE RISK LOSING THIS LOCATION FOR OUR EVENT IF YOU, YOUR FRIENDS, OR YOUR FAMILY IGNORE THE RULES SET BY THE DUTCHESS COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS._
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Dutchess County Fairgrounds, 6636 US-9, Rhinebeck, 12572, NY, United States
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