6 Hour Distance Classic
- Date Sun 12th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Amherst, New York
- Price $48.70
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the 28th Annual 6 Hour Distance Classic, taking place on Sunday, April 12th, 2026, in the beautiful town of Amherst, Erie! This unique event invites runners and walkers of all levels to challenge themselves and cover as much distance as they can within a thrilling six-hour timeframe. Beginning at 8:00 AM, participants can race on certified courses, including a half-marathon and a full marathon, with the added benefit of using their marathon finish time as a Boston qualifier.
Whether you aim to complete just one lap or push yourself to tackle 45, the 6 Hour Distance Classic is designed for everyone! Join a vibrant community of athletes, enjoy the excitement of the race, and celebrate your personal achievements. Remember, all timing will stop at 2:00 PM, so gear up for a day filled with energy and motivation! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, walk, and make lasting memories in Amherst!
Whether you aim to complete just one lap or push yourself to tackle 45, the 6 Hour Distance Classic is designed for everyone! Join a vibrant community of athletes, enjoy the excitement of the race, and celebrate your personal achievements. Remember, all timing will stop at 2:00 PM, so gear up for a day filled with energy and motivation! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, walk, and make lasting memories in Amherst!
Organiser's Description
6 HOUR DISTANCE CLASSIC
SUNDAY APRIL 12TH @ 8:00AM
THE 28TH ANNUAL 6-HOUR DISTANCE CLASSIC! RUN OR WALK AS FAR AS YOU CAN FOR UP TO 6 HOURS. ALL CERTIFIED DISTANCES OCCUR CONCURRENTLY. THIS CONTAINS A USATF-CERTIFIED HALF-MARATHON AND FULL MARATHON. YOU MAY USE YOUR MARATHON FINISH TIME AS A BOSTON QUALIFIER.
ALL TIMING STOPS AT 2:00 P.M.(6 HOURS) PARTIAL LAPS AT THE END OF THE RACE WILL COUNT, BUT ONLY IF THE RUNNER COMPLETES THE FULL LAP.
THIS EVENT IS FOR EVERYONE. RUN 1 LAP OR 45 LAPS, IT'S UP TO YOU!
8:00AM START TIME
SUNDAY APRIL 12TH @ 8:00AM
THE 28TH ANNUAL 6-HOUR DISTANCE CLASSIC! RUN OR WALK AS FAR AS YOU CAN FOR UP TO 6 HOURS. ALL CERTIFIED DISTANCES OCCUR CONCURRENTLY. THIS CONTAINS A USATF-CERTIFIED HALF-MARATHON AND FULL MARATHON. YOU MAY USE YOUR MARATHON FINISH TIME AS A BOSTON QUALIFIER.
ALL TIMING STOPS AT 2:00 P.M.(6 HOURS) PARTIAL LAPS AT THE END OF THE RACE WILL COUNT, BUT ONLY IF THE RUNNER COMPLETES THE FULL LAP.
THIS EVENT IS FOR EVERYONE. RUN 1 LAP OR 45 LAPS, IT'S UP TO YOU!
8:00AM START TIME
Races
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6hr Distance Classic
Incl. $3.70 Fee
Sun 12th April 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$48.70
OPENS 03 JAN 26
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