Sri Chinmoy Half-Marathon
- Date Sun 26th October 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Valley Cottage, New York
- Price $48.70
- Races 1 race
- Distances Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling day of running at the Ninth Annual Sri Chinmoy Half-Marathon on Sunday, October 26, 2025! This exciting event will take place at the picturesque Rockland Lake State Park in Valley Cottage, New York. Runners will tackle a scenic, pancake-flat 2.95-mile loop around the beautiful lake, making it the perfect opportunity to set a new personal record while soaking in stunning views. The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, and participants can look forward to fantastic perks such as custom race shirts, medals for all finishers, and a delicious post-race pancake breakfast!
This USATF certified course offers a fun and friendly atmosphere, with aid stations every mile to keep you fueled and hydrated. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a newcomer to the half-marathon scene, this event welcomes participants aged 16 and older. Don’t miss out on the chance to earn awards in various age categories, and be sure to register early for the best rates. Join us for a memorable day of camaraderie, fitness, and celebration at the Sri Chinmoy Half-Marathon in Rockland Lake!
This USATF certified course offers a fun and friendly atmosphere, with aid stations every mile to keep you fueled and hydrated. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a newcomer to the half-marathon scene, this event welcomes participants aged 16 and older. Don’t miss out on the chance to earn awards in various age categories, and be sure to register early for the best rates. Join us for a memorable day of camaraderie, fitness, and celebration at the Sri Chinmoy Half-Marathon in Rockland Lake!
Organiser's Description
Join us on Sunday, October 26, for the Ninth Annual Sri Chinmoy Half-Marathon [https://us.srichinmoyraces.org/rockland-half-marathon] at Rockland Lake State Park, featuring a scenic, "pancake flat" and fast 2.95 mile loop around the lake. Set a new PR while taking in the beautiful views!
8:00 AM start
Sponsored by the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team in cooperation with the New York State Parks System.
PERKS & AMENITIES:
Bag check, aid stations every mile, custom race shirts, custom medals for all finishers, and our famous post-race pancake breakfast!
REGISTRATION FEES:
WANT TO RACE THIS ONE FOR FREE? It's easy - register here on RunSignup, then refer friends and family to earn your registration back! How it works >> [https://runsignup.com/Race/SriChinmoyHalfMarathon/Page-1]
$45 through Sep. 28
$53 through Oct. 16
$60 through Oct. 24, 5PM (online registration close)
NO RACE-DAY REGISTRATION. Entries cannot be transferred to another person.
THE COURSE
A scenic paved pathway around Rockland Lake, accurately measured USATF certified course. Start is near Parking field 5, beginning with a 1.3 mile out-and back section along the south end of the lake, then four complete 2.96 mile laps of the lake (clockwise), finishing again near Parking Field 5. For the purposes of lap counting, the initial 1.3 mile section is included in the first lap, the subsequent three complete laps are considered laps 2,3,4.
RACE PACKETS
Choose Packet Shipping when registering ($6.95), to avoid the lines on race day and have your race shirt and bib delivered to your door before the race. Option available for US addresses only, through October 15. All packets will ship out on October 17
For runners that do not choose packet shipping, packet pickup is available at the race site between 7:00-7:45AM.
RACE SHIRTS
Free race shirts guaranteed for all participants registered by October 12.
For participants registered after that date, remaining shirts will be available after the race on a first-come first-serve basis.
Shirt sizes are Unisex or Women's Fitted: X-Small, Small, Medium, Large, X-Large, and Unisex 2XL
AWARDS
Half-Marathon - Men's and Women's awards categories:
Under 50: Top 7
50-59: Top 3
60-69: Top 2
70 & over: First Place
Medals for all finishers
AWARDS CEREMONY AT 10:30 AM
POST-RACE PANCAKE BREAKFAST!
Pancakes are more enjoyable when they're earned, and we're cooking 'em up fresh on race day!
TIME LIMITS
All participants have until 11:15AM to finish the race, which is a minimum average pace of 15 min/mile.
AGE RESTRICTIONS
All participants must be 16 or older on race day.
RESULTS:
Will be posted on our race webpage [https://us.srichinmoyraces.org/rockland-half-marathon] within 24 hours.
ABOUT US:
From race directors to course monitors, all Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team races are staffed by its own volunteers since the Teams inauguration in 1977 by its founder and fitness advocate, Sri Chinmoy [http://www.srichinmoyraces.org/sri_chinmoy].
Today, the SCMT organizes over 1,700 races a year in 27 countries across 4 continents, ranging from short kids fun-runs, to marathons to the worlds longest certified road race the annual Self-Transcendence 3100 mile race [http://3100.srichinmoyraces.org] (yes, 3,100 miles, its not a typo). We love running and putting on races we hope you enjoy the friendly atmosphere we provide, free of commercial sponsors. Read more >> [http://us.srichinmoyraces.org/marathon-team-history]
EVENT CANCELLATION POLICY
We live in uncertain times. If we are forced to cancel this event owing to circumstances beyond our control, including, but not limited to:
New or modified COVID-19 regulations/restrictions imposed by park officials or city or state governments;
Unsafe conditions in the park, such as severe weather conditions;
the event will be converted to a virtual one. Registered participants will still receive the race giveaways and finisher medals in the mail upon completion of the virtual race, and trophies will be mailed to winners as per the awards breakdown above.
8:00 AM start
Sponsored by the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team in cooperation with the New York State Parks System.
PERKS & AMENITIES:
Bag check, aid stations every mile, custom race shirts, custom medals for all finishers, and our famous post-race pancake breakfast!
REGISTRATION FEES:
WANT TO RACE THIS ONE FOR FREE? It's easy - register here on RunSignup, then refer friends and family to earn your registration back! How it works >> [https://runsignup.com/Race/SriChinmoyHalfMarathon/Page-1]
$45 through Sep. 28
$53 through Oct. 16
$60 through Oct. 24, 5PM (online registration close)
NO RACE-DAY REGISTRATION. Entries cannot be transferred to another person.
THE COURSE
A scenic paved pathway around Rockland Lake, accurately measured USATF certified course. Start is near Parking field 5, beginning with a 1.3 mile out-and back section along the south end of the lake, then four complete 2.96 mile laps of the lake (clockwise), finishing again near Parking Field 5. For the purposes of lap counting, the initial 1.3 mile section is included in the first lap, the subsequent three complete laps are considered laps 2,3,4.
RACE PACKETS
Choose Packet Shipping when registering ($6.95), to avoid the lines on race day and have your race shirt and bib delivered to your door before the race. Option available for US addresses only, through October 15. All packets will ship out on October 17
For runners that do not choose packet shipping, packet pickup is available at the race site between 7:00-7:45AM.
RACE SHIRTS
Free race shirts guaranteed for all participants registered by October 12.
For participants registered after that date, remaining shirts will be available after the race on a first-come first-serve basis.
Shirt sizes are Unisex or Women's Fitted: X-Small, Small, Medium, Large, X-Large, and Unisex 2XL
AWARDS
Half-Marathon - Men's and Women's awards categories:
Under 50: Top 7
50-59: Top 3
60-69: Top 2
70 & over: First Place
Medals for all finishers
AWARDS CEREMONY AT 10:30 AM
POST-RACE PANCAKE BREAKFAST!
Pancakes are more enjoyable when they're earned, and we're cooking 'em up fresh on race day!
TIME LIMITS
All participants have until 11:15AM to finish the race, which is a minimum average pace of 15 min/mile.
AGE RESTRICTIONS
All participants must be 16 or older on race day.
RESULTS:
Will be posted on our race webpage [https://us.srichinmoyraces.org/rockland-half-marathon] within 24 hours.
ABOUT US:
From race directors to course monitors, all Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team races are staffed by its own volunteers since the Teams inauguration in 1977 by its founder and fitness advocate, Sri Chinmoy [http://www.srichinmoyraces.org/sri_chinmoy].
Today, the SCMT organizes over 1,700 races a year in 27 countries across 4 continents, ranging from short kids fun-runs, to marathons to the worlds longest certified road race the annual Self-Transcendence 3100 mile race [http://3100.srichinmoyraces.org] (yes, 3,100 miles, its not a typo). We love running and putting on races we hope you enjoy the friendly atmosphere we provide, free of commercial sponsors. Read more >> [http://us.srichinmoyraces.org/marathon-team-history]
EVENT CANCELLATION POLICY
We live in uncertain times. If we are forced to cancel this event owing to circumstances beyond our control, including, but not limited to:
New or modified COVID-19 regulations/restrictions imposed by park officials or city or state governments;
Unsafe conditions in the park, such as severe weather conditions;
the event will be converted to a virtual one. Registered participants will still receive the race giveaways and finisher medals in the mail upon completion of the virtual race, and trophies will be mailed to winners as per the awards breakdown above.
Races
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Sri Chinmoy Half-Marathon
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Included Race Shirt (Guaranteed Through Oct. 12)
Sun 26th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$48.70
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