THE L8KES RUN - Presented by Charity For Children (Green Lakes State Park)

Event Details

Join us on SUNDAY, September 20th, 2026 for "The L8KES Run"... Hosted by and to benefit Charity for Children (www.charityforchildren.net).

• Date: September 20th, 2026
• Location: Green Lakes State Park, 7900 Green Lakes Road, Fayetteville, NY
• Event URL: Race Registration
• Map: VIEW MAP

Featured Races

• 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)

Additional Race Information

All races are within the beautiful trails and roadways 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" offers a great experience for the entire family and highlights the mission of the Charity for Children.

Race Swag

• Custom Race Shirt: Provided with bib (excluding the "Kids Run" & Walk)
• Awards: Overall Winners Awards and race acknowledgments.
• Ice Cream: GANNON'S ICE CREAM provided FREE for all runners and walkers!
• Hydration: Aid stations along the course

Packet Pickup & Registration

Packet pickup and race day registration will be held at 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.

Parking Notice

PLEASE NOTE, GREEN LAKES STATE PARK DOES CHARGE A $10 PARKING FEE AFTER 8AM. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO ARRIVE EARLY, AS WE'RE NOT SURE IF THIS FEE CAN BE WAIVED.

Past Results

2025 Results: View Results

2025 Race Photos: View Photos