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Sri Chinmoy Sunset Half-Marathon

Sri Chinmoy Sunset Half-Marathon

The Sri Chinmoy Sunset Half-Marathon offers a peaceful, fast, and scenic loop around Rockland Lake.

Race Date

Jun 13, 2026

Location

Congers, NY

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Location
Congers, New York
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi)
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

PR FriendlyDestination Worthy

Atmosphere

Low KeyWell OrganizedWell Supported

Course

Fast FlatWell Marked

The Experience

This half-marathon, first run in 2002 and now in its 24th year, takes place at Rockland Lake State Park, a short drive from New York City. Runners navigate a 2.95-mile paved loop around the lake, a course repaved in 2020 and known for its smooth, flat surface, making it ideal for personal bests.

The race begins at sunset, around 8:30 PM, offering a unique twilight running experience. While the course has basic lighting, participants are advised to bring a headlamp. The atmosphere is described as peaceful, with ample space due to a modest field size, and the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team ensures accurate lap counting for all finishers.

Amenities include aid stations every mile, custom race shirts, and custom medals. Proceeds from the event support the Self-Transcendence 3,100-mile race, adding a charitable aspect to this well-organized, scenic, and fast half-marathon.

Race-provided description

ABOUT THE EVENT Join us Saturday, June 13, 2026, for the Sri Chinmoy Sunset Half-Marathon at Rockland Lake State Park, just 45 min. north of NYC.  Featuring a scenic, "pancake flat" and fast 2.95 mile paved loop around beautiful Rockland Lake.   Get ready for your PR! As the name suggests, this Half is at sunset - 8:30pm start Amenities:  Aid stations every mile, including one main well-stocked station, custom race shirts, custom medals for all finishers. Sponsored by the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team in cooperation with the New York State Parks System.  All proceeds from this event support the Self-Transcendence 3,100 mile race.   REGISTRATION FEES now include all processing fees.  What you see is what you'll pay: Through March 31: $51.20 Through April 30: $61.50 Through June 10, noon: $71.81 Strictly no race-day registration.  Entries cannot be transferred to another person.   THE COURSE A scenic, flat and fast 2.95-mile paved pathway around Rockland Lake, accurately measured USATF certified course.  Just over 4 laps = Half-Marathon.  The entire loop was repaved in 2020 and is in great shape - smooth, flat, no bumps, cracks or potholes.  Race staging area is near the south end of Parking field 5.  The course will have very basic lighting after dark, headlamps are optional.   RACE PACKET PICKUP Saturday, 7:30-8:15pm at Race-Day Central, at the south end of Parking Field 5.   RACE START 8:30PM (Sunset!)   LAP COUNTING / TIMING We'll be using Race Result chip timing with a semi-automated backup system administered by race staff.  Please ensure your race bib is visible on the front of your torso (not your side, leg, back etc.) each time you pass the timing station, otherwise your laps won't be counted!   RESTROOMS There are three restrooms along the course:  One at parking field 5 about 150 meters past the race staging area, one at parking field 6, and one at parking field 3.  All have running water, and are lit at night.     MEDICAL Medical personnel will be present on-site during the entire race, for emergencies only.  (No massages, etc.)   NIGHTTIME SAFETY MEASURES The course will have very very basic lighting, headlamps are optional.  Race-Day Central will have minimal lighting. A cyclist will circle the course continuously until sunup (5:24AM) A park police vehicle will be present in the park overnight, special for this event.   TIME LIMIT 12 midnight cutoff.  All runners have 3 hours 30 minutes to complete the race.   RACE SHIRTS Custom race shirts guaranteed for all participants registered by May 23. Sizes are Unisex: X-Small, Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL Women's Fitted: Small, Medium, Large, X-Large   AWARDS Top 3 Men overall, Top 3 Women Overall. Awards will be presented to the winners as they finish, or shortly after they finish.  There will be no formal awards ceremony. Medals for all finishers.   AGE RESTRICTIONS All participants must be 16 or older on race day.   DIRECTIONS Please visit our race webpage This event is staged concurrently with the Sri Chinmoy 12 & 24-Hour Races, Midnight Marathon

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, June 13, 2026

Start Time

8:30 PM

Giveaway

Race Shirt

Start Location

Rockland Lake State Park, Congers, NY, 10920

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Lake River

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage0/20

first year

Size0/15

no finisher counts yet

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

needs a few years of results

Course & details8/15

3 timing sources · 8 photos

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather0/10

typical high 77°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

60°

Afternoon (High)

77°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.1"

Precipitation

9 mph

Wind

72%

Humidity

Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Sri Chinmoy Sunset Half-Marathon?

The Sri Chinmoy Sunset Half-Marathon is held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, starting at 8:30 PM.

Where does the Sri Chinmoy Sunset Half-Marathon take place?

It takes place in Congers, New York.

What distances does the Sri Chinmoy Sunset Half-Marathon offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles).

Is the Sri Chinmoy Sunset Half-Marathon course flat and good for a PR?

The Sri Chinmoy Sunset Half-Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

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