EDRRC - The JYD 29th Annual Hilltopper Half
- Date Sun 26th July 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Millbrook, New York
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for the 29th Annual Hilltopper Half, taking place on Sunday, July 26th, 2026, in the picturesque town of Millbrook, Dutchess County! This exciting half marathon features a challenging 13.1-mile course that winds through beautiful country roads, showcasing stunning views of lakes, ponds, and expansive farmland. Runners will face invigorating hills with a total elevation gain of 787 feet, making it a perfect challenge for seasoned athletes. The event kicks off at 7:30 AM sharp, rain or shine, with packet pick-up starting at 6:30 AM.
Participants can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere, as the net proceeds and donations will support the Lustgarten Foundation for pancreatic cancer research. With a cap of just 50 participants, this intimate race ensures a unique experience for everyone involved. Registration is open at $30 for non-members and $25 for members, offering a chance to earn awards for overall male, female, and non-binary runners. Don’t forget, a finisher medal is guaranteed for those who register early! Join us for an unforgettable day of running, community, and supporting a great cause at the Hilltopper Half!
Participants can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere, as the net proceeds and donations will support the Lustgarten Foundation for pancreatic cancer research. With a cap of just 50 participants, this intimate race ensures a unique experience for everyone involved. Registration is open at $30 for non-members and $25 for members, offering a chance to earn awards for overall male, female, and non-binary runners. Don’t forget, a finisher medal is guaranteed for those who register early! Join us for an unforgettable day of running, community, and supporting a great cause at the Hilltopper Half!
Organiser's Description
_EASTERN DUTCHESS ROAD RUNNERS CLUB_
_JUNKYARD DOGS HILLTOPPER HALF_
_DATE:_ SUNDAY, JULY 26TH, 2026
_TIME: _7:30 AM (SHARP, RAIN OR SHINE)
_PACKET PICK-UP:_ 6:30 AM
_TIME LIMIT:_ 5-HOUR CAP
_THE NET PROCEEDS AND DONATIONS WILL SUPPORT THE LUSTGARTEN FOUNDATION FOR PANCREATIC CANCER RESEARCH. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT LUSTGARDEN.ORG._
RUN DESCRIPTION:
JOIN US FOR AN INFORMAL RUN THROUGH THE CHARMING TOWN OF WASHINGTON. THE COURSE IS 13.1 MILES OF BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY ROADS, FEATURING SCENIC VIEWS OF LAKES, PONDS, AND EXPANSIVE FARMLAND. PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS RUN IS NOT SUITABLE FOR NOVICE RUNNERS, AS IT INCLUDES MANY HILLS AND AN ELEVATION GAIN OF 787 FEET. THE ROADS WILL REMAIN OPEN, AND SELF-SERVICE WATER STATIONS WILL BE AVAILABLE EVERY FEW MILES.
REGISTRATION:
$30 FOR NON-MEMBERS
$25 FOR MEMBERS
NO RACE DAY SIGN-UP
RACE CAPS AT 50 PARTICIPANTS
_DISCOUNTED PRICE ARE AVAILABLE FOR CLUB MEMBERS. BECOME A MEMBER AT EDRRC.ORG_
AWARDS:
OVERALL 1ST, 2ND, AND 3RD MALE, FEMALE AND NON-BINARY RUNNERS.
A FINISHER MEDAL IS GUARANTEED TO PARTICPANTS WHO REGISTER BEFORE DATE TBD.
LOCATION:
MILLBROOK SCHOOL
296 MILLBROOK SCHOOL RD
MILLBROOK, NY
PARKING:
PARKING IS AVAILABLE AT TREVOR ZOO, LOCATED AT MILLBROOK SCHOOL, 282 MILLBROOK SCHOOL RD, MILLBROOK, NY.
_JUNKYARD DOGS HILLTOPPER HALF_
_DATE:_ SUNDAY, JULY 26TH, 2026
_TIME: _7:30 AM (SHARP, RAIN OR SHINE)
_PACKET PICK-UP:_ 6:30 AM
_TIME LIMIT:_ 5-HOUR CAP
_THE NET PROCEEDS AND DONATIONS WILL SUPPORT THE LUSTGARTEN FOUNDATION FOR PANCREATIC CANCER RESEARCH. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT LUSTGARDEN.ORG._
RUN DESCRIPTION:
JOIN US FOR AN INFORMAL RUN THROUGH THE CHARMING TOWN OF WASHINGTON. THE COURSE IS 13.1 MILES OF BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY ROADS, FEATURING SCENIC VIEWS OF LAKES, PONDS, AND EXPANSIVE FARMLAND. PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS RUN IS NOT SUITABLE FOR NOVICE RUNNERS, AS IT INCLUDES MANY HILLS AND AN ELEVATION GAIN OF 787 FEET. THE ROADS WILL REMAIN OPEN, AND SELF-SERVICE WATER STATIONS WILL BE AVAILABLE EVERY FEW MILES.
REGISTRATION:
$30 FOR NON-MEMBERS
$25 FOR MEMBERS
NO RACE DAY SIGN-UP
RACE CAPS AT 50 PARTICIPANTS
_DISCOUNTED PRICE ARE AVAILABLE FOR CLUB MEMBERS. BECOME A MEMBER AT EDRRC.ORG_
AWARDS:
OVERALL 1ST, 2ND, AND 3RD MALE, FEMALE AND NON-BINARY RUNNERS.
A FINISHER MEDAL IS GUARANTEED TO PARTICPANTS WHO REGISTER BEFORE DATE TBD.
LOCATION:
MILLBROOK SCHOOL
296 MILLBROOK SCHOOL RD
MILLBROOK, NY
PARKING:
PARKING IS AVAILABLE AT TREVOR ZOO, LOCATED AT MILLBROOK SCHOOL, 282 MILLBROOK SCHOOL RD, MILLBROOK, NY.
Races
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EDRRC - the JYD 29th Annual Hilltopper Half
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Finisher Medal
Sun 26th July 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$32.80
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