Raquette River Marathon, Half, 10k, and 5k
- Date Sat 4th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Potsdam, New York
- Price $25.00 - $60.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the Raquette River Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k on Saturday, April 4, 2026! Set in the picturesque town of Potsdam, St. Lawrence, this event promises a breathtaking experience as runners traverse the scenic Raquette River along River Road. With a certified USATF course featuring rolling hills, the marathon serves as a Boston Qualifier, making it an exciting opportunity for serious runners looking to achieve personal bests.
All races will kick off together at 9:00 AM, with ample parking available at the Pine Street Arena. Participants can look forward to a fantastic swag bag filled with goodies, including a t-shirt, granola, and refreshments. Hydration stations will be conveniently located every 1.5 miles along the route. After the races, enjoy the camaraderie as awards are presented for the top finishers, with cash prizes for the best performances in the marathon and half marathon categories. Don’t miss out on this incredible event, where community spirit and athletic achievement come together!
All races will kick off together at 9:00 AM, with ample parking available at the Pine Street Arena. Participants can look forward to a fantastic swag bag filled with goodies, including a t-shirt, granola, and refreshments. Hydration stations will be conveniently located every 1.5 miles along the route. After the races, enjoy the camaraderie as awards are presented for the top finishers, with cash prizes for the best performances in the marathon and half marathon categories. Don’t miss out on this incredible event, where community spirit and athletic achievement come together!
Organiser's Description
The Raquette River Marathon and races run along the scenic Raquette River along River Rd, starting and finishing in Potsdam at the Potsdam Arena. The course involves rolling hills and is certified by USATF and therefore a Boston Qualifier Certified USATF Map [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=m&id=1424] . All races start together at 9:00. Plenty of parking at Pine Street Arena. See our website Raquette River Racing and Timing [https://www.raquetteriverracingandtiming.com/] and Facebook page Raquette River on FB [https://www.facebook.com/raquetteriverracing] for additional information and updates.
ALL CHARGES INCLUDE PROCESSING FEES. Hotel registration link: https://stay.visitstlc.com/raquette-river-marathon
Our sponsor for 2025 was Seacomm Federal Credit Union. We made donations to the Global Service Initiative of Delta Upsilon, and the Community Impact Fund for School Readiness for Phi Sigma Sigma.
Video of Raquette River 2022 [https://vimeo.com/695443833]
Certified Map [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=m&id=1424]
Additional details and certified map above. There will be restrooms at the start finish and portable johns near both the half marathon turn-around and the marathon turn-around points. A swag bag with registration materials will be handed out to all pre-registered athletes that will include their bib and pins, t-shirt, sports drink, granola, fruit, and more. Water/sports drink stops will exist every 1.5 miles along the course and at the start finish.
RACE DAY- Check-in inside the arena by the finish line, awards begin approximately 30 minutes after the last finisher of each race and there will be concessions/ food vendor on site from 8:30-3:00.
Awards for races are as follows: Half Marathon and Marathon runners will receive medals at finish, and we will do 1st-3rd overall male and female podium awards after the top 3 finishers have come in for each of those races. CASH AWARDS planned again for the 2026! These are expected to be $150 for 1st, $100 for 2nd, and $50 for 3rd for both men and women but could change. The half marathon also had cash prizes in 2024 and 2025.
ALL CHARGES INCLUDE PROCESSING FEES. Hotel registration link: https://stay.visitstlc.com/raquette-river-marathon
Our sponsor for 2025 was Seacomm Federal Credit Union. We made donations to the Global Service Initiative of Delta Upsilon, and the Community Impact Fund for School Readiness for Phi Sigma Sigma.
Video of Raquette River 2022 [https://vimeo.com/695443833]
Certified Map [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=m&id=1424]
Additional details and certified map above. There will be restrooms at the start finish and portable johns near both the half marathon turn-around and the marathon turn-around points. A swag bag with registration materials will be handed out to all pre-registered athletes that will include their bib and pins, t-shirt, sports drink, granola, fruit, and more. Water/sports drink stops will exist every 1.5 miles along the course and at the start finish.
RACE DAY- Check-in inside the arena by the finish line, awards begin approximately 30 minutes after the last finisher of each race and there will be concessions/ food vendor on site from 8:30-3:00.
Awards for races are as follows: Half Marathon and Marathon runners will receive medals at finish, and we will do 1st-3rd overall male and female podium awards after the top 3 finishers have come in for each of those races. CASH AWARDS planned again for the 2026! These are expected to be $150 for 1st, $100 for 2nd, and $50 for 3rd for both men and women but could change. The half marathon also had cash prizes in 2024 and 2025.
Races
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Raquette River Marathon
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 4th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$60.00
USATF measured for Boston qualifier certification. -
Half Marathon
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 4th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$45.00
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10k
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 4th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$35.00
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5k Fun Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 4th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$25.00
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