Black Diamond Express Half Marathon & 5K
- Date Sun 24th August 2025 - Sun 31st August 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Mendon, New York
- Price $33.50 - $58.80
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Black Diamond Express Half Marathon & 5K, taking place on Sunday, August 24, 2025, in the picturesque Mendon, Monroe, New York! This exciting event is set along the scenic Lehigh Valley Trail, offering a flat and beautiful out-and-back course that is perfect for runners of all levels. The Half Marathon kicks off at 8:00 AM, followed by the 5K at 8:20 AM, ensuring a morning filled with energy and camaraderie.
This year, participants have the option to run virtually, completing their race within a week after the live event, making it accessible for everyone. The first 150 registrants will receive a stylish long-sleeved t-shirt or a mug, and all finishers will be rewarded with collectible ceramic medals for the Half Marathon and lapel pins for the 5K. With cash prizes, age group awards, and a chance to support the Mendon Foundation, which maintains the Lehigh Valley Trail, this event promises not only to be a fun challenge but also a meaningful contribution to the community. Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day of running and community spirit!
This year, participants have the option to run virtually, completing their race within a week after the live event, making it accessible for everyone. The first 150 registrants will receive a stylish long-sleeved t-shirt or a mug, and all finishers will be rewarded with collectible ceramic medals for the Half Marathon and lapel pins for the 5K. With cash prizes, age group awards, and a chance to support the Mendon Foundation, which maintains the Lehigh Valley Trail, this event promises not only to be a fun challenge but also a meaningful contribution to the community. Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day of running and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
BLACK DIAMOND EXPRESS HALF MARATHON & 5K TO BENEFIT THE MENDON FOUNDATION - MENDON, NEW YORK'S LOCAL LAND TRUST AND DEVELOPER/MAINTAINER OF THE LEHIGH VALLEY TRAIL IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE MONROE COUNTY PARKS DEPARTMENT.
_(INCLUDING VIRTUAL OPTION, WITH OPTION TO COMPLETE RACE WITHIN ONE WEEK AFTER RACE DAY.)_
SUNDAY, AUGUST 24, 2025 LEHIGH VALLEY TRAIL, RT. 251, MENDON, NY
HALF MARATHON STARTS: 8:00AM
5K STARTS: 8:20AM
COURSE: FLAT, SCENIC OUT & BACK COURSE ALONG THE HISTORIC LEHIGH VALLEY TRAIL
THE LEHIGH VALLEY TRAIL WAS RESURFACED PRIOR TO OUR 2024 RACES! SEE PICTURE ON OUR FAQ PAGE.
START & END LOCATION: MENDON YOUTH BASEBALL FIELDS (HTTPS://GOO.GL/MAPS/8ZONARYJ95Q [https://goo.gl/maps/8ZoNAryJ95q])
Half Marathon course is USATF Certified - NY17052JG
INCLUDES
* Long sleeved (unisex) t-shirt OR mug guaranteed to the first 150 (combined) by August 3. (Once Sizes are gone after August 3 we are out of shirts!)
* Refreshments and healthy snacks
* Collectible ceramic medals for Half Marathon finishers, collectible ceramic lapel pins for 5K finishers.
* Once again, we are offering Virtual Half Marathon and 5K events! Run the distance within a week after the live race date, and we will mail your selected t-shirt or mug, and a medal (HM) or lapel pin (5K). You can download the race certificate post race and enter your time on the website.
AWARDS
* HALF MARATHON: TOP 5 (non virtual) Male & Female Cash or Gift awards; plus collectible Race Water Bottles for top 3 in age groups 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
* All Half Marathon finishers will receive our beautiful, collectible ceramic finishers medal!
* 5K: TOP 5 (non virtual) Male & Female Cash or Gift awards; plus collectible Race Water Bottles for top 3 in age groups 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
* All 5K finishers will receive our beautiful, collectible ceramic lapel pin!
OFFICIAL SITE & FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Please visit: https://mendonfoundation.org/black-diamond-express-races/ for more detailed information and answers to your Frequently Asked Questions [https://mendonfoundation.org/black-diamond-express-race-faqs/].
_(INCLUDING VIRTUAL OPTION, WITH OPTION TO COMPLETE RACE WITHIN ONE WEEK AFTER RACE DAY.)_
SUNDAY, AUGUST 24, 2025 LEHIGH VALLEY TRAIL, RT. 251, MENDON, NY
HALF MARATHON STARTS: 8:00AM
5K STARTS: 8:20AM
COURSE: FLAT, SCENIC OUT & BACK COURSE ALONG THE HISTORIC LEHIGH VALLEY TRAIL
THE LEHIGH VALLEY TRAIL WAS RESURFACED PRIOR TO OUR 2024 RACES! SEE PICTURE ON OUR FAQ PAGE.
START & END LOCATION: MENDON YOUTH BASEBALL FIELDS (HTTPS://GOO.GL/MAPS/8ZONARYJ95Q [https://goo.gl/maps/8ZoNAryJ95q])
Half Marathon course is USATF Certified - NY17052JG
INCLUDES
* Long sleeved (unisex) t-shirt OR mug guaranteed to the first 150 (combined) by August 3. (Once Sizes are gone after August 3 we are out of shirts!)
* Refreshments and healthy snacks
* Collectible ceramic medals for Half Marathon finishers, collectible ceramic lapel pins for 5K finishers.
* Once again, we are offering Virtual Half Marathon and 5K events! Run the distance within a week after the live race date, and we will mail your selected t-shirt or mug, and a medal (HM) or lapel pin (5K). You can download the race certificate post race and enter your time on the website.
AWARDS
* HALF MARATHON: TOP 5 (non virtual) Male & Female Cash or Gift awards; plus collectible Race Water Bottles for top 3 in age groups 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
* All Half Marathon finishers will receive our beautiful, collectible ceramic finishers medal!
* 5K: TOP 5 (non virtual) Male & Female Cash or Gift awards; plus collectible Race Water Bottles for top 3 in age groups 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
* All 5K finishers will receive our beautiful, collectible ceramic lapel pin!
OFFICIAL SITE & FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Please visit: https://mendonfoundation.org/black-diamond-express-races/ for more detailed information and answers to your Frequently Asked Questions [https://mendonfoundation.org/black-diamond-express-race-faqs/].
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