YMCA Race Weekend

Fayetteville, United States • 13-14 Jun 2026

Event overview

The YMCA Race Weekend takes place June 13-14, 2026 at Green Lakes State Park in Fayetteville, New York. The event is organized by the YMCA of Central New York and is run largely by volunteers. Proceeds support the Y's financial assistance and community programs, including Safety Around Water, Power Scholars Academy, and the Cancer Survivors Program. There is no rain date; the Race Director may cancel, alter, or modify events for safety reasons. Race entry fees are non-refundable and funds are used to produce the event and support YMCA charitable work. A Kids Fun Run is held on the park beach.

Race formats and course details

Saturday events include triathlon, duathlon, relay, aquabike, and aqua run. Sunday features an 8K trail race. Distances listed by the organizer:

  • Sprint Triathlon: 800-yard swim, 12-mile bike, 3-mile run
  • Duathlon: 2-mile run, 12-mile bike, 3-mile run
  • Aquabike: 800-yard swim, 12-mile bike
  • Aqua Run: 1/2-mile swim, 3-mile run
  • 8K Trail Race: 8 kilometers

The 8K course uses trails, gravel, and grass, and passes through old growth forests and meadows around two blue-green lakes. Trail surfaces range from non-technical groomed paths to single-track technical sections with inclines. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

8 km
Ymca Race Weekend 8k Trail Race
8 km
Y-Challenge (for Saturday Registrants Only) 8k Add on
Ymca Race Weekend-Duathlon
Ymca Race Weekend Triathlon
Ymca Race Weekend Relay
Ymca Race Weekend Aquabike
Ymca Race Weekend Aqua-Run
Kids Fun Run on the Beach at Green Lakes State Park
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Join the Cazenovia Turkey Trot on Nov 27, 2025 for a chip timed 5K or 1 mile fun run along the scenic Gorge Trail. Family friendly event benefits Caz Cares and kids 12 and under run free.

Tackle about 9 miles of scenic but often icy and technical trails in Highland Forest, Fabius, then enjoy an all you can eat pancake breakfast at Skyline Lodge. Shortcuts make this a fun, flexible winter outing for runners and families.

English's Ridge Rumble returns April 18, 2026 at Green Lakes State Park with 50 km, 20 mile and 10 mile options on scenic but challenging trails. Expect varied surfaces, technical sections, open fields, and about 1,300 ft of climbing.

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Run the Sand to Serengeti at Green Lakes State Park and choose a scenic 10 mile beach to field route or a breezy 3 mile lake loop. Enjoy well marked trails, race day photos, finisher swag, and local community support.