South Hero, Vermont · Sunday, October 18, 2026
The Champlain Islands Marathon & Half Marathon is a half marathon, marathon, and running event held on Sunday, October 18, 2026. It is located at 304 U.S. Route 2 in South Hero, Vermont.
Last Man Standing Lake Placid
July 25th, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Last Man Standing is a backyard ultra race held on the pristine, wooded trails at Mt. Hovenberg in Lake Placid, New York. Based on the original Backyard Ultra format created by Lazarus Lake, the rules are simple—but finishing is anything but.
You must complete one 4.167-mile loop every hour on the hour. Finish a loop early? Great—rest, refuel, stretch, panic, question your life choices—just be back in the corral before the next bell rings. The moment you fail to start a loop on time, you’re out.
Some show up to win. Most show up to find out what they’re made of. Whether your goal is 2 loops or 40, this event is about going further than you thought possible.
The Last Man Standing course is as inviting as it is challenging. Those who are new to trail running and the backyard ultra format may find themselves completing new personal best distances. Trail veterans will push against their toughest limits and break through them!
PRICE Alert: (Current as of 3/13/2026 142 Sign Ups)
[DEL: 0-125 (Participants) = $115 :DEL]
126-150 (Participants) = $125
151-175 (Participants) = $135
176-200 (Participants)= $145
201+ (Participants)= Waitlist
Race Giveaways: Shirts and Medals (New Photos Below)
NEW 2026: Award Ribbon Sliders (Photo Below) that attach to the Run Medal Ribbons for hitting Ultra Levels (50k, 50 Mile, 100K, and 100 Mile)
RACE will Sell Out at 200 Runners. Then there will be a waitlist.
Awards will be given for Overall Champion, Male/Female Overall, Masters Male/Female, Grand Masters Male/Female (NEW 2026)
Lace up your running shoes and grab your spoons, the Brain Freezer 5K is back!!
If you are new to the race, the rules are simple: Challengers run half a 5k, stop to down a full pint of Vermont made ice cream, then finish out the the race! Are you up for the challenge? (fun runners do not have to finish a pint)
This is the second year we've done this route, and it was a huge success last year! The race will follow the bike path along beautiful Lake Champlain. It will run between North Beach and Waterfront Park with an ice cream eating pit stop in Water Works Park.
Prizes will be given out for best costume and best team costumes, so have fun with it!
All of the proceeds from the race go to People Helping People Global, a Vermont-based international development organization that provides interest-free microloans to people living on less than $2 a day. Here is the link to learn more about the organization: PHPG's website.
We thank all of the companies and volunteers that have donated money, time, or services to PHPG to make the Brain Freezer 5K happen!
Miles for Migraine will host its 9th annual 2-mile Walk, 5K Run and Relax Vermont event on Saturday September 19th at Veteran's Memorial Park in South Burlington. This event is a fundraiser for Migraine & Headache Awareness, Treatment & Research. It's more than a walk/run - come connect with your local migraine & headache community, listen to our speakers & visit sponsors in the festival area.
The 5K run is professionally timed. The Walk and the Relax events are free, but donations are encouraged. All walk and run finishers receive a finisher medal.
Dress up in your best purple flair for a chance at a fun prize!
Funds raised will benefit Miles for Migraine free programs & services as well as the University of Vermont Medical Center Headache Clinic to support local migraine research and fellowship training programs.
5K Run/Walk Benefiting Third Age Adult Day Center!
Join us for the Inaugural Dash for Dementia 5K Run/Walk, a community event hosted by UFirst FCU supporting individuals and families affected by Alzheimer’s and related dementias through the Third Age Adult Day Center at SUNY Plattsburgh.
Whether you are running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation helps strengthen local support services and raise awareness for dementia care.
Event Details
Date: September 19, 2026
Location: Plattsburgh State Fieldhouse
Registration Opens: 1:00 PM
Race Start: 2:00 PM
Race Information
5K Run & Walk (All ages and abilities welcome)
Timed and untimed participants welcome
Course details and maps will be posted closer to race day
Additional distance options may be added based on interest
Registration Fees
Adults: $25
Children (Under 12): $10 (only need to register if they would like a shirt)
All registered participants receive an official Dash for Dementia event t-shirt.
Shirt orders will close on a specified deadline to ensure availability.
Benefiting Organization
All proceeds from this event support the Third Age Adult Day Center at SUNY Plattsburgh, which provides vital programming and respite services for individuals and families living with Alzheimer’s and related dementias.
Food & Refreshments
We will be joined by the Dog Father Food Truck & High Peaks Brew Coffee cart!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Local businesses and organizations are invited to support this event through sponsorship. View our sponsor levels here.
College & Group Challenge
We are developing a friendly competition for college and community groups, including:
Team registration
Fundraising challenges
Group recognition and awards
More details will be announced soon.
Location
Plattsburgh State Fieldhouse
Plattsburgh, NY
Parking and venue access information will be posted prior to race day.
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Our event will take place on September 20th 2026 at the Point Au Roche State park in Plattsburgh NY 12901.Our 2026 honorees will be announced in the next couple of months.