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2026 Leaf Peeper Half Marathon

Sat, Sep 26, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT

Location
Cortland, NY
Kennedy Parkway, 13045
Featured distance
13.1 Miles
Type
RUN
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Embrace the autumn beauty of Cortland, NY, as the Leaf Peeper Half Marathon makes its anticipated return, offering a scenic and hilly 13.1-mile challenge.

  • Scenic
  • Festive

Less ideal for: pure PR-chasing on a bare course

The 2026 Leaf Peeper Half Marathon marks a much-anticipated return to Cortland, NY, inviting runners to experience a scenic autumn race. This 13.1-mile event begins at Yama Park, guiding participants on a course that loops behind the lake before heading along East River Road. Runners will enjoy the mild September weather and the area's hilly terrain, making for an engaging challenge. It's an opportunity to embrace the changing season while completing a rewarding half marathon.

What to expect

  • Run a 13.1-mile course starting at Yama Park, featuring a loop behind the lake and stretches along East River Road.
  • Navigate a hilly course in mild September weather.
  • Receive a race shirt if you register by the early deadline.

Standout details

  • Much-anticipated return
  • Scenic autumn theme
  • Hilly course
  • Race shirt included with early registration

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From the organizer

IT'S BACK!! The Leaf Peeper Half Marathon is making it's much anticipated return!

LAST DAY TO REGISTER AND RECEIVE THE RACE SHIRT: Friday, September 4th at midnight.

LAST DAY TO REGISTER FOR THE RACE: Friday, September 25th at 12:00pm noon.

RACE START TIME: 7:30 AM

CHECK IN TIME: 6:30 AM (check in will close 15 minutes before the run starts)

LOCATION: Yama Park, Cortland, NY

PARKING: Parking is available at the park.

COURSE: The half marathon will start near the pavilions at Yaman park and loop behind the lake, then head back towards the playground and onto the road as it goes down East River Road to a turn around and repeats back to the starting line.

There will be day of registration this year. Cash Only!

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