May Day 10K
- Date Sun 4th May 2025
- Time 6:00PM EDT
- Location Lake Placid, New York
- Price $43.40 - $54.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Last chance to enter
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the inaugural May Day 10K, taking place on Sunday, May 4, 2025, in the beautiful surroundings of Lake Placid, Essex! This exciting off-road race will kick off at 6 PM on the scenic Adirondack Rail Trail, starting at Fowlers Crossing just outside of Saranac Lake and finishing at Bike Lake Placid. Participants can enjoy a generous 8 PM cutoff time, allowing plenty of opportunity to celebrate post-race with food, drinks, music, and awards for the top three finishers in various categories, including Youth, Open, Masters, and a special non-binary category.
The event also features a family-friendly MayDay 5K, perfect for participants with strollers or pets (just remember to bring a non-retractable leash for your furry friends!). With a commitment to sustainability, the race will have cup-less aid stations, encouraging runners to bring their own vessels for hydration. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Adirondack Rail Trail Association, supporting the maintenance of this cherished local resource. Join us for an unforgettable evening of community spirit, friendly competition, and outdoor adventure in one of the most stunning landscapes New York has to offer!
The event also features a family-friendly MayDay 5K, perfect for participants with strollers or pets (just remember to bring a non-retractable leash for your furry friends!). With a commitment to sustainability, the race will have cup-less aid stations, encouraging runners to bring their own vessels for hydration. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Adirondack Rail Trail Association, supporting the maintenance of this cherished local resource. Join us for an unforgettable evening of community spirit, friendly competition, and outdoor adventure in one of the most stunning landscapes New York has to offer!
Organiser's Description
A new running off-road race on the Adirondack Rail Trail. Sunday evening May 4, 2025 starting at 6p. Point to point event starting at Fowlers Crossing just outside of Saranac Lake(shuttle provided), finishing at Bike Lake Placid (455 Old Military Rd). A generous 8pm cutoff time will allow everyone to enjoy a post-race celebration including food, drink, music and awards. Awards provide to the top 3 in the following categories:
Youth (up to age 20) U10 for MayDay 5K
Open (21-45) Masters (46 up)
The non binary category will be ageless
The race will feature a cup-less aid station/finish line supplying water and runners are encourage to bring their own vessel for water supply. This will help to reduce trash/create a more sustainable event. One on-course aid station will be located at the trail crossing in Ray Brook. Shuttles will be provided from Bike Lake Placid to the start.
A stroller and pet-friendly race will begin at Bike Lake Placid prior to the 10K event. This event will be an out/back consisting of approximately 5 kilometers and limited in number of entrants to reduce trail congestion. To allow for other Rail Trail users, wave starts may be utilized depending on the number of runners in all fields. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Adirondack Rail Trail Association(ARTA) to help them as they provide this tremendous resource for locals and visitors. BRING YOUR POOCH AND A NON-RETRACTABLE LEASH and have fun ! Remember also- no kids under 13 are allowed to run with a dog. Leash or not.
The entry fee includes racing, shuttles, awards, pre and post race nourishment/festivities, deals at local businesses and a unique athlete gift. Bib pickup starts at 4p on race day at the start. Parking is available at the Lake Placid Firehouse parking lot with ADA parking at Bike Lake Placid.
Youth (up to age 20) U10 for MayDay 5K
Open (21-45) Masters (46 up)
The non binary category will be ageless
The race will feature a cup-less aid station/finish line supplying water and runners are encourage to bring their own vessel for water supply. This will help to reduce trash/create a more sustainable event. One on-course aid station will be located at the trail crossing in Ray Brook. Shuttles will be provided from Bike Lake Placid to the start.
A stroller and pet-friendly race will begin at Bike Lake Placid prior to the 10K event. This event will be an out/back consisting of approximately 5 kilometers and limited in number of entrants to reduce trail congestion. To allow for other Rail Trail users, wave starts may be utilized depending on the number of runners in all fields. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Adirondack Rail Trail Association(ARTA) to help them as they provide this tremendous resource for locals and visitors. BRING YOUR POOCH AND A NON-RETRACTABLE LEASH and have fun ! Remember also- no kids under 13 are allowed to run with a dog. Leash or not.
The entry fee includes racing, shuttles, awards, pre and post race nourishment/festivities, deals at local businesses and a unique athlete gift. Bib pickup starts at 4p on race day at the start. Parking is available at the Lake Placid Firehouse parking lot with ADA parking at Bike Lake Placid.
Races
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May Day 10K
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Race T Shirt
Sun 4th May 2025 (6:00PM EDT)
$54.00
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May Day 5K With Your Dog or Stroller or Walk-Run
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Unisex T Shirt
Sun 4th May 2025 (6:15PM EDT)
$43.40
kids divisions U21 and U10. Prizes in U10 for any gender. Boys and Girls for 10-20 yr olds.
May Day 10K