Suffolk County Marathon

Babylon, United States • 17-27 Oct 2026

Event overview

The SUFFOLK COUNTY MARATHON is scheduled for October 17-27, 2026, with the main race weekend taking place October 17 and 18 in Bay Shore, NY 11706. The event program spans multiple race formats across Saturday and Sunday, including combined entries that pair a Saturday 5K with a Sunday distance. There is also a virtual mission/challenge that participants can complete on their own schedule. Event pages list practical information such as packet pickup, bag check, course maps, parking and site maps, shuttle buses, train access, bib placement, awards, refunds, road closures, rules and regulations, and volunteer opportunities.

Races and distances

  • 26.2 miles
  • 13.1 miles
  • 10K
  • 5K
  • 1K
  • Virtual challenge

Specific race formats offered include Marathon & 5K, Half Marathon & 5K, 10K & 5K, standalone Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K Run, 5K Family Trail Run/Walk, and a 1k Kids Fun Run. Age eligibility varies by event, with minimum ages noted per entry (examples from the listings: 1 to 15 for the 1k kids run, 5 to 99 for the family 5K, and 17 to 99 for the full marathon). Some combined entries and standard single-distance entries have different age minimums. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
Marathon
13 mi
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
5k Family Trail Run / Walk
5 km
1k Kids Fun Run
Virtual Mission / Challenge
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Run the Never Stop Running Foundation 4 Leaf Clover 5K at Bethpage State Park on March 8 2026 for a scenic trail 5K across grassy polo fields and winding soft trails. Family friendly with a kids run, virtual race and refreshments.

Join the Bunny Trail 5K at Bethpage State Park for a family friendly run starting on a grassy polo field and winding onto scenic soft trails. In person and virtual entries plus a free kiddie run support the Never Stop Running Foundation.

Join Run for the Rescue on April 11, 2026 for a scenic 5K through Blydenburgh County Park with on site and virtual options. Tackle varied trails, enjoy post race refreshments, and support Last Chance Animal Rescue.

Tackle wooded trails at the Farm & Forest All Terrain 5K and Hog Wild Kids Fun Run in Stamford, CT on April 12, 2026. Family friendly and community focused, this race raises funds for the Stamford Museum and Nature Center.