Long Island Marathon Festival

Friday, April 30 – Sunday, May 30, 2027

8:00 PM EDT

East Meadow, New York

$15.00–$229.00 · 14 races

1km, 5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Long Island Marathon Festival, taking place from April 30 to May 2, 2027, in the beautiful setting of Eisenhower Park, East Meadow, Nassau! This thrilling weekend is one of Long Island's premier running events, attracting thousands of participants, families, and enthusiastic spectators. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or looking to run your first race, there’s a perfect challenge waiting for you.

Choose from a variety of distances including a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K Family Fun Run, and a Kids 1K Fun Run. Each event is designed to create a vibrant atmosphere filled with cheering crowds and dedicated volunteers, ensuring you feel the excitement as you cross the finish line. Join the Long Island running community for this incredible celebration of health, fitness, and togetherness. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of Marathon Weekend—run, celebrate, and create lasting memories in Long Island!

Races

Virtual 5k
Virtual
Opens in 4 months

Incl. T-Shirt

Athlete Swag will be mailed out after the LIVE RACE.

Friday, Apr 30, 2027 (8:00 PM EDT)

$50.00
Virtual 1k
Virtual
Opens in 4 months

Incl. T-Shirt

Athlete Swag will be mailed out after the LIVE RACE.

Friday, Apr 30, 2027 (8:00 PM EDT)

$20.00
35.5 Mile Challenge

Incl. T-Shirt

Athletes signing up for the 35.5-mile challenge will be entered into the following events. Friday Night Lights 5k Saturday 10k Run Sunday FULL 26.2 Marathon Athletes competing in all 3 events receive all 3 race t-shirts & medals. Additionally, they will receive a 35.5-mile challenge T-shirt & a 35.5-mile finishers medal! For the Marathon. *** Athletes must maintain a 15-minute mile. Athletes must pass mile 13.1 before 10:50 a.m. Athletes who do not make the cut off will not be able to continue. Athletes who miss the cut off will be transported back to the start line *** Due to our permit and police support on the course, this strict time cut off must be enforced, no exceptions. *** No Baby Joggers or Pets Are Allowed in the Race***

Friday, Apr 30, 2027 (8:00 PM EDT)

$229.00

Register
22.4 Mile Challenge

Incl. T-Shirt

Athletes signing up for the 22.4-mile challenge will be entered into the following events. Friday Night Lights 5k Saturday 10k Run Sunday 13.1mile Half Marathon Athletes competing in all 3 events receive all 3 race t-shirts & medals. Additionally, they will receive a 22.4-mile challenge T-shirt & a 22.4-mile finishers medal! *** No Baby Joggers or Pets Are Allowed in the Race***

Friday, Apr 30, 2027 (8:00 PM EDT)

$209.00

Register
Marathon

Incl. T-Shirt

*** ALL FINISHERS RECEIVE A FINISHER MEDAL*** *** Athletes must maintain a 15-minute mile. Athletes must pass mile 13mile before 10:50 a.m. Athletes who do not make the cut off will not be able to continue. Athletes who miss the cut off will be transported back to the start line *** Due to our permit and police support on the course, this strict time cut off must be enforced, no exceptions. *** No Baby Joggers or Pets Are Allowed in the Race***

Sunday, May 2, 2027 (7:30 AM EDT)

$129.00

Register
Half Marathon

Incl. T-Shirt

*** ALL FINISHERS RECEIVE A FINISHER MEDAL*** Long Islands premiere competitive 1/2 marathon. Join your fellow Long Islanders, neighbours from the Tri-State area, and family from across the USA as you journey to the finish line. *** No Baby Joggers or Pets Are Allowed in the Race***

Sunday, May 2, 2027 (7:30 AM EDT)

$99.00

Register
10k Run

Incl. T-Shirt

*** ALL FINISHERS RECEIVE A FINISHER MEDAL*** Long Islands premier competitive 10K spring race. Join your fellow Long Islanders, neighbors from the Tri-State area, and family from across the USA as you journey to the finish line. *** No Pets Are Allowed in the Race***

Saturday, May 1, 2027 (8:00 AM EDT)

$69.00

Register
Friday Night Lights 5k

Incl. T-Shirt

*** THIS IS A NIGHT TIME RACE-ALL ATHLETE MUST WEAR A HEADLAMP *** ***ALL FINISHERS RECEIVE A FINISHERS MEDAL*** A great Family Fun Run, strollers are welcome (there are no age group awards for athletes running with strollers) Awards are given to the top 3 overall and in 5 year age groups.

Friday, Apr 30, 2027 (8:00 PM EDT)

$39.00

Register
1k Just for Kids

Incl. T-Shirt

***ALL FINISHERS RECEIVE A FINISHERS MEDAL*** The 1k Just for Fun, all participants receive a medal for completing the 1k fun run. There are no age group awards for this event. The event is geared towards kids & those that cant complete 5k due to limitations.

Saturday, May 1, 2027 (11:00 AM EDT)

$15.00

Register
Virtual 35.5
Virtual
Opens in 4 months

Incl. T-Shirt

Athlete Swag will be mailed out after the LIVE RACE.

Friday, Apr 30, 2027 (8:00 PM EDT)

$95.00
Virtual 22.4
Virtual
Opens in 4 months

Incl. T-Shirt

Athlete Swag will be mailed out after the LIVE RACE.

Friday, Apr 30, 2027 (8:00 PM EDT)

$95.00
Virtual Marathon
Virtual
Opens in 4 months

Incl. T-Shirt

Athlete Swag will be mailed out after the LIVE RACE.

Friday, Apr 30, 2027 (8:00 PM EDT)

$75.00
Virtual Half Marathon
Virtual
Opens in 4 months

Incl. T-Shirt

Athlete Swag will be mailed out after the LIVE RACE.

Friday, Apr 30, 2027 (8:00 PM EDT)

$65.00
Virtual 10k
Virtual
Opens in 4 months

Incl. T-Shirt

Athlete Swag will be mailed out after the LIVE RACE.

Friday, Apr 30, 2027 (8:00 PM EDT)

$55.00

Organiser's description

THE JOVIA FINANCIAL CREDIT UNION LONG ISLAND MARATHON WEEKEND is back for another incredible weekend of racing, celebration, and community at Eisenhower Park!

One of Long Island's biggest running events, Marathon Weekend brings together thousands of runners, families, volunteers, and spectators for three action-packed days of racing. Whether you are chasing a new PR, running your first race, taking on 26.2 miles, or getting the whole family involved, there is something for everyone.

Choose your challenge with the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, or Kids 1K Fun Run and experience one of Long Island's premier running traditions.

Expect an AWESOME race atmosphere, incredible volunteers, cheering spectators, and the excitement of crossing the finish line surrounded by the Long Island running community.

FRIDAY, APRIL 30, 2027

* 5K FAMILY FUN RUN

SATURDAY, MAY 1, 2027

* 10K RACE
* KIDS 1K FUN RUN

SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2027

* HALF MARATHON
* MARATHON

Whether this is your first start line or your next finish line, this is your weekend.

RUN LONG ISLAND. CELEBRATE LONG ISLAND. BE PART OF MARATHON WEEKEND!