Montezuma Festival of Races
- Date Sun 1st June 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Savannah, New York
- Price $40.00 - $81.62
- Races 6 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of excitement at the Montezuma Festival of Races on Sunday, June 1, 2025, in the charming town of Savannah, Wayne, nestled in the picturesque Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York. This vibrant festival offers an array of running events including a half marathon (13.1 miles), a 10K, and a 5K, all set against the stunning backdrop of rural Central New York. Participants will enjoy the scenic views along mostly paved roads, with the half marathon featuring a couple of miles on packed dirt trails that wind through the outskirts of Howland Island.
As you lace up your running shoes, take note that the 10K and 5K routes are entirely on paved roads, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience. The festival not only promises exhilarating races but also supports the vital efforts of Friends of Montezuma. With warm weather typical for early June, runners will benefit from numerous hydration stations and the presence of medical professionals throughout the course. Make sure to prepare with hydration belts and plenty of fluids to stay energized. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, scenic beauty, and the thrill of competition!
As you lace up your running shoes, take note that the 10K and 5K routes are entirely on paved roads, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience. The festival not only promises exhilarating races but also supports the vital efforts of Friends of Montezuma. With warm weather typical for early June, runners will benefit from numerous hydration stations and the presence of medical professionals throughout the course. Make sure to prepare with hydration belts and plenty of fluids to stay energized. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, scenic beauty, and the thrill of competition!
Organiser's Description
MONTEZUMA FESTIVAL OF RACES | 13.1 | 10K | 5K |
Sunday-June 1, 2025 (Run events)
Saturday-May 31, 2025 (Island 25/15 Bike event) Please visit Island 25/15 race website [https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Savannah/Island25] if you are interested in registering or learning more.
Nestled in the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York, the tiny town of Savannah home to a population of just over 1,700 year-round residents is set to play host to the Montezuma Festival of Races. This series of races will take 5K, 10K and half marathon runners along country roads in low population density areas full of scenic views of rural Central New York. It will be on mostly paved roads for the Half Marathon with a couple miles on packed dirt trails that will have you running on the outskirts of Howland Island. The 10K and 5K are run entirely on paved roads (See Course Maps)
The race will benefit the important work and efforts of the Friends of Montezuma.Org
RACE WEATHER
Savannah, NY typically sees warm weather at the beginning of June. There will be plenty of hydration stations along the on course routes, as well as medical professionals on site. It is recommended that runners also be prepared with hydration belts and plenty of fluids. Thank you for your cooperation!
Sunday-June 1, 2025 (Run events)
Saturday-May 31, 2025 (Island 25/15 Bike event) Please visit Island 25/15 race website [https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Savannah/Island25] if you are interested in registering or learning more.
Nestled in the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York, the tiny town of Savannah home to a population of just over 1,700 year-round residents is set to play host to the Montezuma Festival of Races. This series of races will take 5K, 10K and half marathon runners along country roads in low population density areas full of scenic views of rural Central New York. It will be on mostly paved roads for the Half Marathon with a couple miles on packed dirt trails that will have you running on the outskirts of Howland Island. The 10K and 5K are run entirely on paved roads (See Course Maps)
The race will benefit the important work and efforts of the Friends of Montezuma.Org
RACE WEATHER
Savannah, NY typically sees warm weather at the beginning of June. There will be plenty of hydration stations along the on course routes, as well as medical professionals on site. It is recommended that runners also be prepared with hydration belts and plenty of fluids. Thank you for your cooperation!
Races
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Montezuma Half Marathon
Incl. $4.38 Fee & Custom Apparel, Finisher Medal
Sun 1st June 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$77.38
We anticipate that the Half Marathon course will once again be able to loop into Howland Island mid race. Ultimately the 13.1 mile course will include 8 miles of paved country roads and ~5 miles of wide, packed trail through Howland Island. -
Montezuma 10K
Incl. $3.12 Fee & Custom Apparel, Finisher Medal
Sun 1st June 2025 (8:15AM EDT)
$55.12
The entire 10K course will be run on country roads. -
Montezuma 5K
Incl. $3.00 Fee & Custom Apparel, Finisher Medal
Sun 1st June 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$40.00
The entire 5K course will be run on country roads. -
Montezuma Half Marathon Virtual
Incl. $4.62 Fee & Custom Apparel, Finisher Medal
$81.62
If you are unable to join us on race day you are welcome to consider the virtual option. You can run the required distance (13.1 miles) any day/time/location of your choosing during the month of June 2025. Please submit your results when completed. -
Montezuma 10K Virtual
Incl. $3.30 Fee & Custom Apparel, Finisher Medal
$58.30
If you are unable to join us on race day you are welcome to consider the virtual option. You can run the required distance (10K) any day/time/location of your choosing during the month of June 2025. Please submit your results when completed. -
Montezuma 5K Virtual
Incl. $3.00 Fee & Custom Apparel, Finisher Medal
$43.00
If you are unable to join us on race day you are welcome to consider the virtual option. You can run the required distance (5K)any day/time/location of your choosing during the month of June 2025. Please submit your results when completed.
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