Mighty Niagara Half Marathon & Hospice Dash 5K
Niagara Hospice Dash offers a scenic, fast course with strong community support.
Race Date
Oct 3, 2026
Location
Youngstown, NY
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Location
- Youngstown, New York
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K run
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 10,534
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Niagara Hospice Dash, first run in 2011 and now in its 13th year, has grown into a beloved half-marathon. Attracting around 800 finishers recently, with about a quarter returning each year, it draws runners from approximately 23 states.
The USATF-certified course is known for its speed, featuring a net elevation drop and significant start/finish separation that suggests a point-to-point layout. Runners can expect a fast, flat road race, ideal for achieving personal bests, with typical winning times around 70:37.
Set in Youngstown, NY, the race benefits from pleasant late spring weather, with average temperatures between 57-70°F. The event offers a strong sense of community and purpose, making it a rewarding experience for participants.
Race-provided description
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Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
+2.28 m
Separation
62.6%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
NY25015JJ · Mighty Niagara Half Marathon
Net downhill course — fast finishing times are common. Point-to-point course layout.
Quality Score
Runner Favorite8713 years running
~700 finishers a year
growing or steady
25% returning runners
USATF certified · 5 photos
runners from 23 states
winner 1:10:37
typical high 70°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
57°
Afternoon (High)
70°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
76%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 10,534 finishers actually crossed the line across 13 years.
Most recent
2024
Total finishers
10,534
Median time
2:07:34
Latest turnout
805
States
47
Turnout by year
2016–2024
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Mighty Niagara Half Marathon & Hospice Dash 5K?
The Mighty Niagara Half Marathon & Hospice Dash 5K is held on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
Where does the Mighty Niagara Half Marathon & Hospice Dash 5K take place?
It takes place in Youngstown, New York.
What distances does the Mighty Niagara Half Marathon & Hospice Dash 5K offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K run.
Is the Mighty Niagara Half Marathon & Hospice Dash 5K course flat and good for a PR?
The Mighty Niagara Half Marathon & Hospice Dash 5K is a ultra-flat, point to point course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Mighty Niagara Half Marathon & Hospice Dash 5K?
HalfRuns has finish records for 10,534 runners who have completed the Mighty Niagara Half Marathon & Hospice Dash 5K.
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