Empire State Half Marathon & 5k
- Date Sun 5th October 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Congers, New York
- Price $38.10 - $107.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the Empire State Half Marathon & 5k, happening on Sunday, October 5, 2025, in the picturesque setting of Congers, Rockland. This event features a stunningly flat and fast course around the scenic Rockland Lake, making it the perfect opportunity for runners of all levels to chase their personal bests. Participants can choose between the 13.1-mile Half Marathon and the shorter 5k, both of which promise a vibrant atmosphere and the chance to walk away with a shiny medal and a stylish tech race shirt.
The race schedule kicks off with the 5k starting at 8:00 AM, followed by the Half Marathon at 9:00 AM. With a USATF-certified loop that boasts only 135 feet of elevation gain over the half marathon distance, the course is ideal for speedsters and newcomers alike. Additionally, there will be plenty of support along the way, with aid stations providing water and Gatorade to keep you fueled for the finish. Make sure to arrive before 8 AM to avoid park admission fees and soak in the excitement of this fantastic running event! Follow @empirestatehalfmarathon on Instagram for all the latest updates
The race schedule kicks off with the 5k starting at 8:00 AM, followed by the Half Marathon at 9:00 AM. With a USATF-certified loop that boasts only 135 feet of elevation gain over the half marathon distance, the course is ideal for speedsters and newcomers alike. Additionally, there will be plenty of support along the way, with aid stations providing water and Gatorade to keep you fueled for the finish. Make sure to arrive before 8 AM to avoid park admission fees and soak in the excitement of this fantastic running event! Follow @empirestatehalfmarathon on Instagram for all the latest updates
Organiser's Description
Final Instructions Email HERE [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pVU_KLZ8u6hzMsGLTMpyq6jLP0fOfPSry2RtqB8nicA/edit] sent on October 2, 2024
The Empire State Half Marathon and 5k are on the flattest and fastest road course on the East Coast: Rockland Lake State Park In just a few laps around the lake, just north of the NJ/NY border, you'll walk away with a big shiny medal, a tech race shirt, and hopefully a shiny new personal best!
Follow us on IG: @empirestatehalfmarathon for future updates!
_Please arrive before 8am to avoid paying the park admission fee!_
RACE SCHEDULE
8:00am - 5k Start
8:45am - HM Elite Introductions
9:00am - Half Marathon Start
9:15am - 5k Awards Available
11:15am - Half Marathon Awards Available
COURSE
The course is a USATF-certified loop around scenic Rockland Lake.
COURSE PROFILE
As shown on the Rockland Lake Half Marathon Strava Segment, [https://www.strava.com/segments/22105388] the course has 135' of elevation over the 13.1 miles. The difference between its highest elevation point (170') and lowest (155') is just 15', making it a pancake flat loop.
SUPPORTING MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL (WEST NY, NJ)
As runners, we all have gently used trainers, tights, shorts, tech shirts, and even sports bras that are floating around our home. It's now time to put this forgotten gear to great use! One of our race participants, Ashley D., teaches and coaches at Memorial HS, a high-need Title 1 school, and anything donated will make a world of difference to one of her XC or track kids. Thank you for considering such a great cause.
FUELING STATIONS
There are three aid stations with both water and Gatorade along the course.
ELITE ATHLETE PROGRAM (EAP)
The EAP provides a complimentary entry, personal water stations, preferred baggage claim, and for some, free lodging. Please email [email protected] your running resume for consideration.
NEW FOR 2025:
INDIVIDUAL PRIZE STRUCTURE
$500 - Top M/F and top M/F Masters
$300 - 2nd M/F and 2nd M/F Master
$200 - 3rd M/F and 3rd M/F Master
TEAM PRIZE STRUCTURE
$500 - Top M/F and M/F Masters Teams (3/Team)
MEDALS: 10 YEAR AGE GROUPS
Top 3 finishers to male/female finishers in 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
BIB PICKUP
Bibs can either be picked up at Road Runner Sports (Paramus) on Friday evening (5pm-8pm), Saturday morning (8am-noon), or at the race site on Sunday morning.
EMPIRE STATE CHALLENGE MEDAL
Any runner finishing both the Empire State Half Marathon and the Garden State 10 Miler (or the Empire State 5k) will receive the Empire State Challenge Medal at the conclusion of the Empire State Half.
LODGING
Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Nanuet (425 NY-59, Nanuet, NY 10954): 845-623-6000
Element Spring Valley (90 Spring Valley Market Place, Spring Valley, NY 10977): 845-694-8200
Hilton Garden Inn (270 W Route 9, Nanuet, NY 10954): 845-623-0600
The Empire State Half Marathon and 5k are on the flattest and fastest road course on the East Coast: Rockland Lake State Park In just a few laps around the lake, just north of the NJ/NY border, you'll walk away with a big shiny medal, a tech race shirt, and hopefully a shiny new personal best!
Follow us on IG: @empirestatehalfmarathon for future updates!
_Please arrive before 8am to avoid paying the park admission fee!_
RACE SCHEDULE
8:00am - 5k Start
8:45am - HM Elite Introductions
9:00am - Half Marathon Start
9:15am - 5k Awards Available
11:15am - Half Marathon Awards Available
COURSE
The course is a USATF-certified loop around scenic Rockland Lake.
COURSE PROFILE
As shown on the Rockland Lake Half Marathon Strava Segment, [https://www.strava.com/segments/22105388] the course has 135' of elevation over the 13.1 miles. The difference between its highest elevation point (170') and lowest (155') is just 15', making it a pancake flat loop.
SUPPORTING MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL (WEST NY, NJ)
As runners, we all have gently used trainers, tights, shorts, tech shirts, and even sports bras that are floating around our home. It's now time to put this forgotten gear to great use! One of our race participants, Ashley D., teaches and coaches at Memorial HS, a high-need Title 1 school, and anything donated will make a world of difference to one of her XC or track kids. Thank you for considering such a great cause.
FUELING STATIONS
There are three aid stations with both water and Gatorade along the course.
ELITE ATHLETE PROGRAM (EAP)
The EAP provides a complimentary entry, personal water stations, preferred baggage claim, and for some, free lodging. Please email [email protected] your running resume for consideration.
NEW FOR 2025:
INDIVIDUAL PRIZE STRUCTURE
$500 - Top M/F and top M/F Masters
$300 - 2nd M/F and 2nd M/F Master
$200 - 3rd M/F and 3rd M/F Master
TEAM PRIZE STRUCTURE
$500 - Top M/F and M/F Masters Teams (3/Team)
MEDALS: 10 YEAR AGE GROUPS
Top 3 finishers to male/female finishers in 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
BIB PICKUP
Bibs can either be picked up at Road Runner Sports (Paramus) on Friday evening (5pm-8pm), Saturday morning (8am-noon), or at the race site on Sunday morning.
EMPIRE STATE CHALLENGE MEDAL
Any runner finishing both the Empire State Half Marathon and the Garden State 10 Miler (or the Empire State 5k) will receive the Empire State Challenge Medal at the conclusion of the Empire State Half.
LODGING
Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Nanuet (425 NY-59, Nanuet, NY 10954): 845-623-6000
Element Spring Valley (90 Spring Valley Market Place, Spring Valley, NY 10977): 845-694-8200
Hilton Garden Inn (270 W Route 9, Nanuet, NY 10954): 845-623-0600
Races
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Empire State Half Marathon
Incl. $5.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 5th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$85.80
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Empire State 5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 5th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
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Empire State Challenge (HM & 5k)
Incl. $7.00 Fee
Sun 5th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$107.00
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Empire State Challenge (Empire HM and Garden State 10)
Incl. $5.80 Fee
Sun 5th October 2025 (8:15AM EDT)
$85.80
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