Sri Chinmoy Marathon

  • Date Fri 22nd August 2025
  • Time 7:00AM EDT
  • Location Congers, New York
  • Price $80.50
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances Marathon

Event summary

Join us for the exciting 23rd annual Sri Chinmoy Marathon on Friday, August 22, 2025, set against the stunning backdrop of Rockland Lake in Congers, New York. Just a short drive from New York City, this marathon kicks off at 7 AM and features a flat, fast, and scenic USATF certified 2.95-mile loop, making it a perfect Boston Qualifier. Participants will complete just shy of nine laps to reach the full marathon distance, with each lap meticulously timed for accurate scoring.

Runners can expect a fantastic race experience with a variety of amenities, including premium aid stations every mile, custom race shirts, and unique medals for all finishers. Enjoy a post-race vegetarian meal, complete with vegan options, and the opportunity to earn a free race registration by referring friends and family! Registration fees range from $60 to $90 based on the date, so be sure to secure your spot early. For added convenience, a shuttle bus will be available from Manhattan to the race site, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a first-time runner, the Sri Chinmoy Marathon promises a memorable day filled with camaraderie and achievement.

Organiser's Description

Welcome to the 23rd annual Sri Chinmoy Marathon, taking place on Friday, August 22, 2025, 7AM around beautiful Rockland Lake in Congers, New York - just 45 minutes north of New York City. This race is a Boston Qualifier.



THE COURSE:

A beautifully scenic, flat and fast USATF certified 2.95 mile loop around the shores of Rockland Lake. Just shy of 9 laps = Marathon. All runners laps scored.



AMENITIES:

Free parking (if in by 8AM), premium aid stations every mile, included custom race shirt, custom medals for all finishers, full medical support, post race vegetarian meal.



REGISTRATION AND 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/SriChinmoyMarathon/Page-1]

EARLY REGISTRATION: $60 through July 31
LATE REGISTRATION: $75 through August 19, 5PM
RACE-DAY, 6:00-6:45AM $90. CASH ONLY

Entries cannot be transferred to another person.



SHUTTLE BUS FROM MANHATTAN

Sit back, relax, and let someone else do the driving!

Our dedicated shuttle bus service from Grand Central Station, Manhattan direct to Rockland Lake is available for an additional fee of $35 roundtrip per person. The option is available during the registration process.

5:00 AM departure, return by 2:30 ~ 3PM. You must purchase shuttle seats in advance (no race-day walk-ups, sorry). The shuttle is open to non-participants as well - you can purchase additional seats for friends / relatives. Shuttle seats only (without race registration) can be purchased anytime on our RedPodium Registration page [https://srichinmoyracesNY.redpodium.com/sri-chinmoy-marathon-2025]. Please note that you must finish the Marathon in less than 6 hours in order to sign up for the shuttle.



RACE START

Race start is at 7:00AM SHARP. Strictly no early starts.

All participants, including late starters, will be timed from the actual gun time, regardless of the runner's actual start time. Please allow at least 7 minutes before the race to walk from the number pickup area to the race start. The race clock starts ticking for everyone at 7AM!



RACE PACKETS

Choose Packet Shipping when registering ($6.95), to avoid the lines on race day and have your shirt and bib delivered to your door before the race. Option available for US addresses only, through August 12.
For runners that do not choose packet shipping, packet pickup is available at the race site between 6:00-6:45AM.



RACE SHIRTS

*Race shirts guaranteed for all participants that register by July 31. Shirt sizes are Unisex or Women's fitted: X-Small, Small, Medium, Large, X-Large, and Unisex 2XL. We will do our best to provide shirts for runners who register after July 31, but no guarantees - register early!



AID STATIONS

There will be three aid stations on the loop, approximately one every mile. All will have water and electrolyte drink. The main aid station, next to Race-Day Central, will have fruit, chips, snacks, etc.


AWARDS

Men and Women's awards categories:

Under 50: Top 7, 50-59: Top 3, 60-69: Top 2, 70 & over: First Place.

Custom medals for all finishers

Awards ceremony 12:15 PM.



VEGETARIAN MEAL

Served starting at 11:30AM. There will be some vegan options as well.



TIME LIMIT

7-hour cutoff (2:00 PM), strictly enforced. 1:15PM is the latest any runner can begin their final lap. No early starts.


AGE RESTRICTIONS

Runners must be 18 or older to compete.



RACE RESULTS

Will be posted on our race website within 24 hours.



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 race shirts 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

  • Sri Chinmoy Marathon

    Incl. $5.50 Fee & Race Shirt - Guaranteed if Registered by Jul. 31

    Fri 22nd August 2025 (7:00AM EDT)

    $80.50

    CLOSED

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Location

Rockland Lake Road, Parking Field 4, Congers, 10989, NY, United States

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