Sri Chinmoy Midnight Marathon
- Date Sun 14th June 2026
- Time 12:00AM EDT
- Location Congers, New York
- Price $71.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable running experience at the Sri Chinmoy Midnight Marathon, taking place on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at the scenic Rockland Lake State Park in Congers, Rockland, just 45 minutes north of New York City. This unique marathon begins at the stroke of midnight, challenging participants to complete a flat and fast 2.95-mile paved loop around the picturesque lake—perfect for those looking to achieve a personal record!
With aid stations every mile and a well-stocked main station, runners will have everything they need to keep motivated throughout the race. Each finisher will receive a custom medal, and those who register by May 23 are guaranteed a stylish race shirt. This event not only promises an exhilarating race experience but also supports the renowned Self-Transcendence 3,100-mile race. Don't miss out on this midnight adventure—secure your spot today!
With aid stations every mile and a well-stocked main station, runners will have everything they need to keep motivated throughout the race. Each finisher will receive a custom medal, and those who register by May 23 are guaranteed a stylish race shirt. This event not only promises an exhilarating race experience but also supports the renowned Self-Transcendence 3,100-mile race. Don't miss out on this midnight adventure—secure your spot today!
Organiser's Description
ABOUT THE EVENT
Join us Sunday morning (very very early!), June 14, 2026, for the Sri Chinmoy Midnight Marathon at Rockland Lake State Park, just 45 min. north of NYC. Featuring a scenic, "pancake flat" and fast 2.95 mile paved loop around beautiful Rockland Lake. Get ready for your PR!
AMENITIES: Aid stations every mile, including one main well-stocked station, custom race shirts, custom medals for all finishers.
Clarifier: This race starts at 12AM Sunday morning, a.k.a midnight Saturday night
Sponsored by the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team in cooperation with the New York State Parks System. All proceeds from this event support the Self-Transcendence 3,100 mile race [https://3100.srichinmoyraces.org/].
REGISTRATION FEES now INCLUDE all processing fees. What you see is what you'll pay:
THROUGH MARCH 31: $71.80
THROUGH APRIL 30: $82.10
THROUGH JUNE 10, NOON: $92.40
Strictly no race-day registration. Entries cannot be transferred to another person.
THE COURSE
A scenic, flat and fast 2.95-mile paved pathway around Rockland Lake, accurately measured USATF certified course. Just shy of 9 laps = Marathon. The entire loop was repaved in 2020 and is in great shape - smooth, flat, no bumps, cracks or potholes. Race staging area is near the south end of Parking field 5. Headlamps are strongly recommended, there are no lights on the course.
RACE PACKET PICKUP
Saturday, 11:00 - 11:45PM at Race-Day Central [https://goo.gl/maps/Wn1KLjnNnopaBB3e8], at the south end of Parking Field 5.
RACE START
12:00 midnight Saturday / 12AM Sunday. The start line is here [https://goo.gl/maps/qKSSeyxkSKSX6smT7], a 5-6 minute walk north of the race staging area, 150 meters past the restrooms.
LAP COUNTING
Lap counting will be done manually by race staff. Please ensure your race bib is visible on the front of your torso (not your side, leg, back etc.) each time you pass the counting station, otherwise your laps won't be counted!
RESTROOMS
There are three restrooms along the course: One at parking field 5 about 150 meters past the race staging area, one at parking field 6, and one at parking field 3. All have running water, and are lit at night.
MEDICAL
Medical personnel will be present on-site during the entire race, for emergencies only. (No massages, etc.)
NIGHTTIME SAFETY MEASURES
The course will have very basic lighting, headlamps are optional. Race-Day Central will have minimal lighting.
A cyclist will circle the course continuously until sunup (5:24AM)
A park police vehicle will be present in the park overnight, special for this event.
TIME LIMIT
8:00AM cutoff. All runners have 8 hours to complete the race.
RACE SHIRTS
Custom race shirts guaranteed for all participants registered by May 23.
Sizes are Unisex: X-Small, Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL
Women's Fitted: Small, Medium, Large, X-Large
AWARDS
Top 3 Men overall, Top 3 Women Overall.
Awards will be presented to the winners as they finish, or shortly after they finish. There will be no formal awards ceremony.
Medals for all finishers.
AGE RESTRICTIONS
All participants must be 18 or older on race day.
DIRECTIONS
Please visit our race webpage [https://us.srichinmoyraces.org/24h]
This event is staged concurrently with the Sri Chinmoy 12 & 24-Hour Races, Sunset Half-Marathon [https://us.srichinmoyraces.org/24h]
Join us Sunday morning (very very early!), June 14, 2026, for the Sri Chinmoy Midnight Marathon at Rockland Lake State Park, just 45 min. north of NYC. Featuring a scenic, "pancake flat" and fast 2.95 mile paved loop around beautiful Rockland Lake. Get ready for your PR!
AMENITIES: Aid stations every mile, including one main well-stocked station, custom race shirts, custom medals for all finishers.
Clarifier: This race starts at 12AM Sunday morning, a.k.a midnight Saturday night
Sponsored by the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team in cooperation with the New York State Parks System. All proceeds from this event support the Self-Transcendence 3,100 mile race [https://3100.srichinmoyraces.org/].
REGISTRATION FEES now INCLUDE all processing fees. What you see is what you'll pay:
THROUGH MARCH 31: $71.80
THROUGH APRIL 30: $82.10
THROUGH JUNE 10, NOON: $92.40
Strictly no race-day registration. Entries cannot be transferred to another person.
THE COURSE
A scenic, flat and fast 2.95-mile paved pathway around Rockland Lake, accurately measured USATF certified course. Just shy of 9 laps = Marathon. The entire loop was repaved in 2020 and is in great shape - smooth, flat, no bumps, cracks or potholes. Race staging area is near the south end of Parking field 5. Headlamps are strongly recommended, there are no lights on the course.
RACE PACKET PICKUP
Saturday, 11:00 - 11:45PM at Race-Day Central [https://goo.gl/maps/Wn1KLjnNnopaBB3e8], at the south end of Parking Field 5.
RACE START
12:00 midnight Saturday / 12AM Sunday. The start line is here [https://goo.gl/maps/qKSSeyxkSKSX6smT7], a 5-6 minute walk north of the race staging area, 150 meters past the restrooms.
LAP COUNTING
Lap counting will be done manually by race staff. Please ensure your race bib is visible on the front of your torso (not your side, leg, back etc.) each time you pass the counting station, otherwise your laps won't be counted!
RESTROOMS
There are three restrooms along the course: One at parking field 5 about 150 meters past the race staging area, one at parking field 6, and one at parking field 3. All have running water, and are lit at night.
MEDICAL
Medical personnel will be present on-site during the entire race, for emergencies only. (No massages, etc.)
NIGHTTIME SAFETY MEASURES
The course will have very basic lighting, headlamps are optional. Race-Day Central will have minimal lighting.
A cyclist will circle the course continuously until sunup (5:24AM)
A park police vehicle will be present in the park overnight, special for this event.
TIME LIMIT
8:00AM cutoff. All runners have 8 hours to complete the race.
RACE SHIRTS
Custom race shirts guaranteed for all participants registered by May 23.
Sizes are Unisex: X-Small, Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL
Women's Fitted: Small, Medium, Large, X-Large
AWARDS
Top 3 Men overall, Top 3 Women Overall.
Awards will be presented to the winners as they finish, or shortly after they finish. There will be no formal awards ceremony.
Medals for all finishers.
AGE RESTRICTIONS
All participants must be 18 or older on race day.
DIRECTIONS
Please visit our race webpage [https://us.srichinmoyraces.org/24h]
This event is staged concurrently with the Sri Chinmoy 12 & 24-Hour Races, Sunset Half-Marathon [https://us.srichinmoyraces.org/24h]
Races
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Midnight Marathon
Incl. Race Shirt
Sun 14th June 2026 (12:00AM EDT)
$71.80
Starts midnight Saturday night / 12AM Sunday morning
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