Lake Placid Classic Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
- Date Sat 11th October 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Lake Placid, New York
- Price $43.40 - $85.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, Half Marathon, 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the 54th Annual Lake Placid Classic Half Marathon, 10K, and the exciting addition of a 5K on Saturday, October 11, 2025, in the stunning setting of Lake Placid, Essex! This beloved community event not only promotes wellness but also supports local youth programming through its not-for-profit initiative. Participants can expect a lively atmosphere surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the high peaks, with over 650 runners anticipated to take part this year.
The Half Marathon and 10K races kick off at 8:00 AM, featuring a scenic route that includes two moderate hills to challenge and inspire. For those looking for a shorter distance, the 5K race starts at 8:15 AM, making it perfect for families and friends to join in on the fun. Awards will be presented for the top finishers in both the Half Marathon and 10K, while the 5K will celebrate its overall top runners. Be sure to pick up your race packet at the North Elba Horse Showgrounds on October 10 or the morning of the event. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this vibrant celebration of community and fitness!
The Half Marathon and 10K races kick off at 8:00 AM, featuring a scenic route that includes two moderate hills to challenge and inspire. For those looking for a shorter distance, the 5K race starts at 8:15 AM, making it perfect for families and friends to join in on the fun. Awards will be presented for the top finishers in both the Half Marathon and 10K, while the 5K will celebrate its overall top runners. Be sure to pick up your race packet at the North Elba Horse Showgrounds on October 10 or the morning of the event. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this vibrant celebration of community and fitness!
Organiser's Description
On October 11, 2025, get ready to race in the 54th Annual Lake Placid Classic Half Marathon and 10K AND NEW THIS YEAR A 5K!
PACKET PICK-UP IS AT THE NORTH ELBA HORSE SHOWGROUNDS ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10 FROM 4-7PM AND SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11 FROM 6-7:30AM.
LOOK FOR ALL INFORMATION AT WWW.LAKEPLACIDCLASSIC.COM
* This event is one of the Lake Placid region's only not-for-profit running/walking events. The event aims to raise funds to support a community-wide wellness initiative and support local youth programming.
* This event starts and finishes at the North Elba Horse Showgrounds surrounded by nature and the beauty of the high peaks. Our race continues to grow, anticipating over 650 participants in 2025.
* The race route for the Half Marathon and 10K encompasses two moderate hills, one at the start and one towards the end.
* THE START TIME FOR THE HALF MARATHON AND 10K IS 8:00 A.M., WITH THE COURSE CLOSING AT NOON.
* For Half Marathon & 10K distances, awards for overall 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places(Male & Female) and top three age groups including 19 and under; 20-29; 30-39;40-49;50-59;60-69 and over 70.
* NEW THIS YEAR, a 5K! Whether you're walking the beautiful, scenic route with your children or family members while your friends and loved one's race in our Half Marathon and 10K, or you're signing up to run your best 5K of the season...we have something for everyone!
* The start time for the 5K is 8:15am. For 5K, awards for overall 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places(M/F) will be awarded. No age group awards for 5K.
RACE DAY PARKING INFORMATION
VENUE PARKING: HOURS: 6:00A.M.7:30 A.M. AND AFTER 8:30A.M.
PARKING WILL CLOSE PROMPTLY AT 7:30 A.M. NO VEHICLES WILL BE ALLOWED TO ENTER AFTER THIS TIME UNTIL 8:30A.M.
IMPORTANT: ONCE PARKED, VEHICLES CANNOT EXIT THE VENUE BETWEEN 7:30 A.M. AND THE TIME THE LAST RUNNER HAS LEFT THE START AREA(APPROXIMATELY 8:30 A.M.). PLEASE PLAN YOUR SCHEDULE ACCORDINGLY.
ALTERNATE PARKING: IF YOU ARRIVE AFTER 7:30 A.M., YOU WILL NEED TO FIND OFF-SITE PARKING.
NOTE: NEARBY PARKING IS LIMITED AND ROADSIDE PARKING IS NOT PERMITTED.
SPECTATORS: IF ARRIVING AFTER 8:30AM, ON-SITE VENUE PARKING WILL BE OPEN.
OUR MISSION
To provide a classic event that everyone loves and to not be wasteful in our efforts to do so.
PACKET PICK-UP IS AT THE NORTH ELBA HORSE SHOWGROUNDS ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10 FROM 4-7PM AND SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11 FROM 6-7:30AM.
LOOK FOR ALL INFORMATION AT WWW.LAKEPLACIDCLASSIC.COM
* This event is one of the Lake Placid region's only not-for-profit running/walking events. The event aims to raise funds to support a community-wide wellness initiative and support local youth programming.
* This event starts and finishes at the North Elba Horse Showgrounds surrounded by nature and the beauty of the high peaks. Our race continues to grow, anticipating over 650 participants in 2025.
* The race route for the Half Marathon and 10K encompasses two moderate hills, one at the start and one towards the end.
* THE START TIME FOR THE HALF MARATHON AND 10K IS 8:00 A.M., WITH THE COURSE CLOSING AT NOON.
* For Half Marathon & 10K distances, awards for overall 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places(Male & Female) and top three age groups including 19 and under; 20-29; 30-39;40-49;50-59;60-69 and over 70.
* NEW THIS YEAR, a 5K! Whether you're walking the beautiful, scenic route with your children or family members while your friends and loved one's race in our Half Marathon and 10K, or you're signing up to run your best 5K of the season...we have something for everyone!
* The start time for the 5K is 8:15am. For 5K, awards for overall 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places(M/F) will be awarded. No age group awards for 5K.
RACE DAY PARKING INFORMATION
VENUE PARKING: HOURS: 6:00A.M.7:30 A.M. AND AFTER 8:30A.M.
PARKING WILL CLOSE PROMPTLY AT 7:30 A.M. NO VEHICLES WILL BE ALLOWED TO ENTER AFTER THIS TIME UNTIL 8:30A.M.
IMPORTANT: ONCE PARKED, VEHICLES CANNOT EXIT THE VENUE BETWEEN 7:30 A.M. AND THE TIME THE LAST RUNNER HAS LEFT THE START AREA(APPROXIMATELY 8:30 A.M.). PLEASE PLAN YOUR SCHEDULE ACCORDINGLY.
ALTERNATE PARKING: IF YOU ARRIVE AFTER 7:30 A.M., YOU WILL NEED TO FIND OFF-SITE PARKING.
NOTE: NEARBY PARKING IS LIMITED AND ROADSIDE PARKING IS NOT PERMITTED.
SPECTATORS: IF ARRIVING AFTER 8:30AM, ON-SITE VENUE PARKING WILL BE OPEN.
OUR MISSION
To provide a classic event that everyone loves and to not be wasteful in our efforts to do so.
Races
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10k - Lake Placid Classic
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$64.60
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Half Marathon - Lake Placid Classic
Incl. $5.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$85.80
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5k-Lake Placid Classic
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th October 2025 (8:15AM EDT)
$43.40
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