Hosted in Syracuse, NY, the Great New York State Marathon Weekend 2025 spans two days of racing from October 18 to 19, 2025, offering a full suite of race options: a 5K and 10K on Saturday, and a Half Marathon and Full Marathon on Sunday. The flat, USATF-certified marathon course winds around the beautiful Onondaga Lake, showcasing peak autumn foliage and making it a popular Boston Marathon qualifier. Participants can also take on the Excelsior Challenge, which involves running on both days to earn an exclusive bonus medal. With live music, enthusiastic crowd support, and family-friendly amenities at the Empower FCU Amphitheater, the weekend promises a celebratory and inclusive racing experience for all levels. The event is a highlight of the Upstate New York running calendar and draws athletes from across the Northeast.
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Race Date:
18 October, 2025
This challenge involves a 5K on Saturday, October 18, 2025, and a full Marathon on Sunday, October 19, 2025, both held at the Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview in Syracuse, New York. Hosted by Kelleigh's Cause, finishers receive the Excelsior Challenge Medal along with their 5K and Marathon medals.
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What is the The Great New York State 5K with Marathon Excelsior Challenge?
How long is the The Great New York State 5K with Marathon Excelsior Challenge?
Where does the The Great New York State 5K with Marathon Excelsior Challenge take place?
What is the elevation gain of the The Great New York State 5K with Marathon Excelsior Challenge?
How can I prepare for the The Great New York State 5K with Marathon Excelsior Challenge?
How do I choose the right training plan for the The Great New York State 5K with Marathon Excelsior Challenge?
This challenge involves a 5K on Saturday, October 18, 2025, and a full Marathon on Sunday, October 19, 2025, both held at the Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview in Syracuse, New York. Hosted by Kelleigh's Cause, finishers receive the Excelsior Challenge Medal along with their 5K and Marathon medals.
The The Great New York State 5K with Marathon Excelsior Challenge is 5km long.
The The Great New York State 5K with Marathon Excelsior Challenge takes place in Syracuse, NY, USA.
Runna classifies the The Great New York State 5K with Marathon Excelsior Challenge elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the The Great New York State 5K with Marathon Excelsior Challenge?
This challenge involves a 5K on Saturday, October 18, 2025, and a full Marathon on Sunday, October 19, 2025, both held at the Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview in Syracuse, New York. Hosted by Kelleigh's Cause, finishers receive the Excelsior Challenge Medal along with their 5K and Marathon medals.
How long is the The Great New York State 5K with Marathon Excelsior Challenge?
The The Great New York State 5K with Marathon Excelsior Challenge is 5km long.
Where does the The Great New York State 5K with Marathon Excelsior Challenge take place?
The The Great New York State 5K with Marathon Excelsior Challenge takes place in Syracuse, NY, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the The Great New York State 5K with Marathon Excelsior Challenge?
Runna classifies the The Great New York State 5K with Marathon Excelsior Challenge elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the The Great New York State 5K with Marathon Excelsior Challenge?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the The Great New York State 5K with Marathon Excelsior Challenge?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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