Geneva Half Marathon, 5K, & Half Marathon Relay presented by Red Jacket Orchards
Geneva Half Marathon offers a scenic lakeside course through New York's Finger Lakes region.
Race Date
Aug 8, 2026
Location
Geneva, NY
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, August 8, 2026
- Location
- Geneva, New York
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, Half Marathon & 5K Combo, 13.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 1,510
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Geneva Half Marathon unfolds along the picturesque shores of Seneca Lake, kicking off and concluding at the Finger Lakes Welcome Center. Runners will experience the charm of Geneva, NY, with a course that winds through the city and surrounding countryside, offering glimpses of both lake vistas and rural landscapes.
This road race, first run in 2020 and now in its sixth edition, typically sees around 639 finishers, with participants traveling from about 14 states. The course is a loop, designed to be fast and flat, making it a potential PR course. The typical winning time hovers around 74 minutes, indicating a competitive field.
With a repeat-runner rate of approximately 18%, the Geneva Half Marathon has cultivated a loyal following. Participants can expect a well-organized event with a short-sleeve tech shirt as part of the swag, and a finish line celebration right on the lake.
Race-provided description
Geneva Half Marathon, 5K, & Half Marathon Relay presented by Red Jacket Orchards 5K - Saturday, August 8th at 6PM Half Marathon & Relay - Sunday, August 9, 2026 at 7:30AM 35 Lakefront Drive, Geneva, NY 14456 For Packet Pickup/Awards/Course Info etc... Click Here CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER Starts and Finishes at the North End of Seneca Lake at the Popular Finger Lakes Welcome Center Enjoy a beautiful summer day at Seneca Lake, running through the City and Town of Geneva, experiencing their lake and countryside, along with its varying terrain. Finishing and starting right at the lake to experience the grandeur of the NY Finger Lakes. For the Half Marathon, Go solo in the 13.1 miles or find a friend and do the relay, splitting the course in half between relay members. The 5K will be two loops within the City of Geneva Park starting and finishing at the Finger Lakes Welcome Center.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Start Time
7:30 AM
Giveaway
Short Sleeve Tech Shirt (Gender Specific)
Start Location
35 Lakefront Drive, Geneva, NY, 14456
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Lake River, Rural
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
Quality Score
Standout666 years running
~639 finishers a year
growing or steady
18% returning runners
5 timing sources
runners from 14 states
winner 1:14:40
typical high 82°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
66°
Afternoon (High)
82°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.2"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
76%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 1,510 finishers actually crossed the line across 6 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
1,510
Median time
2:11:16
Latest turnout
331
States
32
Turnout by year
2019–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Geneva Half Marathon, 5K, & Half Marathon Relay presented by Red Jacket Orchards?
The Geneva Half Marathon, 5K, & Half Marathon Relay presented by Red Jacket Orchards is held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
Where does the Geneva Half Marathon, 5K, & Half Marathon Relay presented by Red Jacket Orchards take place?
It takes place in Geneva, New York.
What distances does the Geneva Half Marathon, 5K, & Half Marathon Relay presented by Red Jacket Orchards offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, Half Marathon & 5K Combo, 13.1 Miles.
Is the Geneva Half Marathon, 5K, & Half Marathon Relay presented by Red Jacket Orchards course flat and good for a PR?
The Geneva Half Marathon, 5K, & Half Marathon Relay presented by Red Jacket Orchards is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Geneva Half Marathon, 5K, & Half Marathon Relay presented by Red Jacket Orchards?
HalfRuns has finish records for 1,510 runners who have completed the Geneva Half Marathon, 5K, & Half Marathon Relay presented by Red Jacket Orchards.
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