THE L8KES RUN - Presented by Charity For Children (Green Lakes State Park)
- Date Sun 20th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Fayetteville, New York
- Price Free - $65.30
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Participants can choose from a variety of exciting race distances, including the challenging 8K certified run starting at 9 AM, the 5K run at 10 AM, and an engaging 2-mile trail walk also commencing at 10 AM. For the little ones, thereβs a free fun-run at 9:15 AM that ensures everyone in the family can join in on the fun! Experience the stunning wooded trails and scenic beach paths while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow runners. Plus, all participants will receive a custom race shirt and bib, along with the delight of complimentary Gannon's Ice Cream post-race. Donβt miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying a beautiful day outdoors!
Organiser's Description
2025 RACE PHOTOS: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/173lHzasDHi3S2tHaNKPHEQPimhs_CBzK?usp=sharing
MAY 31ST | SATURDAY MORNING | VIEW MAP [https://www.facebook.com/Lakeruncny/photos/a.671619479561126/5032508256805538]
JOIN US ON SATURDAY, MAY 31ST, 2025 FOR "THE L8KES RUN"...HOSTED BY AND TO BENEFIT CHARITY FOR CHILDREN (WWW.CHARITYFORCHILDREN.NET [http://www.charityforchildren.net]). FEATURED RACES INCLUDE;
* THE L8KE MONSTER (RUN BOTH THE 8K & 5K WITH COMBINED NET TIME)
* 8K CERTIFIED RUN (START TIME, 9AM)
* KIDS "FREE" FUN-RUN (START TIME, 9:15AM)
* 5K RUN (START TIME, 10AM) (INCLUDES YOUTH DIVISION)
* 2-MILE "TRAIL WALK" (START TIME, 10AM)
ALL RACES ARE WITHIN THE BEAUTIFUL TRAILS AND ROAD WAYS OF GREEN LAKES STATE PARK. THE 5K "TRAIL RUN" STARTS ON THE BEACH PATH AND RUNS THE BEAUTIFUL WOODED TRAILS AROUND THE LAKES, WHILE THE 2-MILE "TRAIL WALK" BOTH OFFER A GREAT EXPERIENCE FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY AND BRINGS TO LIGHT THE MISSION OF THE CHARITY FOR CHILDREN AND WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO.
HERE'S THE SWAG!!
* CUSTOM RACE SHIRT & BIB (EXCLUDING THE "KIDS RUN" & WALK)
* OVERALL WINNERS AWARDS AND RACE ACKNOWLEDGMENTS.
* _GANNON'S ICE CREAM_ PROVIDED FREE FOR ALL RUNNERS AND WALKERS!
* HYDRATION/AID STATIONS ALONG THE COURSE
PACKET PICKUP/ RACE DAY REGISTRATION: GREEN LAKES STATE PARK (THE LARGE TENT NEXT TO THE COMMUNITY ROOM), BEGINNING AT 7:30AM. ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE ONLINE ONLY. NO PAPER OR CASH ACCEPTED.
P.S. PLEASE NOTE, GREEN LAKES STATE PARK DOES CHARGE A $10 PARKING FEE AFTER 8AM. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO ARRIVE EARLY, AS WE'RE NOT SURE IF THIS FEE CAN BE WAIVED.
Races
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The L8KE MONSTER (Both 8K & 5K)
Incl. $5.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 20th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$65.30
OPENS 17 MAR -
The L8KE Run (8K)
Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 20th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$43.95
OPENS TOMORROW -
5K Lake Run
Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 20th September 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$43.95
OPENS TOMORROW -
2 Mile Trail Walk
Incl. $3.15 Fee
Sun 20th September 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$28.15
OPENS TOMORROW -
Kids Fun-Run
Sun 20th September 2026 (9:15AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 23 APR
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GREEN LAKES STATE PARK, 7900 Green Lakes Road, Fayetteville, 13066, NY, United States
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