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 - $70.64
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Participants can choose from a range of race options including the challenging L8KE MONSTER, which combines both the 8K and 5K for a true test of endurance. The 8K certified run kicks off at 9 AM, followed by a fun and energetic Kids "Free" Fun-Run at 9:15 AM, a 5K run starting at 10 AM, and a leisurely 2-mile trail walk also commencing at 10 AM. Each race meanders through the stunning wooded trails and scenic paths of the park, making it a perfect opportunity for families to enjoy the outdoors together while supporting a great cause.
All participants will receive a custom race shirt and bib, along with the chance to win awards for overall winners. Plus, enjoy delicious Gannon's Ice Cream, provided free for all runners and walkers! Registration begins at 7:30 AM, and remember, all sign-ups are online only.
Organiser's Description
JOIN US ON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH, 2026 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.
2025 RACE PHOTOS: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/173lHzasDHi3S2tHaNKPHEQPimhs_CBzK?usp=sharing
Races
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The L8KE MONSTER (Both 8K & 5K)
Incl. $5.64 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 20th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$70.64
CLOSED -
The L8KE Run (8K)
Incl. $4.29 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 20th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$49.29
CLOSED -
5K Lake Run
Incl. $4.29 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 20th September 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$49.29
CLOSED -
2 Mile Trail Walk
Incl. $3.15 Fee
Sun 20th September 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$28.15
CLOSED -
Kids Fun-Run
Sun 20th September 2026 (9:15AM EDT)
Free
CLOSED
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7900 Green Lakes Road, Fayetteville, 13066, NY, United States
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THE L8KES RUN - Presented by Charity For Children (Green Lakes State Park)
