3 running events in Town of Smithtown, New York

Who doesn't love a good XC Relay Race?

Be part of NRC’s 47th Joe Latino Winter Relays at Sunken Meadow State Park!

The event has been a mainstay of winter running on Long Island ever since it was started by Joe Latino, one of Northport Running Club's founding members. This is the 47th Anniversary of the Race, which will consist of a 3 x 2 mile relay through the scenic grounds of Sunken Meadow State Park.

Post Race Activities: Refreshments served after the race, then join us at Napper Tandy's! Bring your bib for a complimentary beverage.

Costume Contest: It's up to you to create a dazzling outfit to run in and wow us with your creativity! Top 3 costumes will be awarded prizes!

Directions:

From the LIE, the Northern State Parkway, or 25A take the Sunken Meadow Parkway north to Sunken Meadow State Park, and proceed to Lot 3.

Register:

https://runsign​up.com/Race/NY/​KingsPark/JoeLa​tinoRelay

The team captain may then register their two teammates, or they can register themselves - just make sure they enter the team name correctly. Online registration ends February 26, 2026 at 12:00 pm EST for $60.00 per team,

Bib Pick-up for Pre-Registered Teams will open at 8:45 am and will be available until 9:30 am on Race Day.

Day of Race registration will open at 8:45 am and will be available until 9:30 am on Race Day for $70.00 per team.

Prizes will be awarded to the winning teams in each category.

Parents! We are strongly encouraging the youth division to participate in this years venue!

There are 14 categories to choose from:

• MEN’S OPEN - male, any age.

• WOMEN’S OPEN - female, any age.

• MIXED OPEN - any age, at least 1 female.

• MEN’S MASTERS - male, age 40 and over

• WOMEN’S MASTERS - female, age 40 and over.

• MIXED MASTERS - over age 40, at least 1 female

• MEN'S SR. MASTERS - male, age 50 and over.

• WOMEN'S SR. MASTERS - female, age 50 and over.

• MIXED SR. MASTERS - age 50 and over, 1 female or more.

• STILL KICKING - age 60 and over, male or female

• BOYS YOUTH - 3 male runners, age 14 or younger

• GIRLS YOUTH - 3 female runners, age 14 or younger

• YOUTH MIXED - 3 runners, age 14 or younger, at least one female

• FAMILY - 3 related runners, at least one age 14 or younger

The St James 5 mile challenge is a doozie! The new course starts with an uphill climb leveling off at the half mile mark. From here you have 3 miles of rolling hills through the scenic village of Head of the Harbor before you face the iconic Cordwood Path, which is 1/2 mile incline that would be classified as steep. At the top of the hill you are rewarded with a flat and fast finish.

Whether it is a challenging run or a fun walk (shorter route!), every step brings us closer to families in Suffolk County! Support Ronald McDonald House Charities New York Metro (RMHC NYM)! By registering today, you will be supporting RMHC NYM’s Capital Campaign to build a new $34M Ronald McDonald House at Stony Brook Children’s. This new House will keep families seeking medical treatment for their sick children near the care they need and the families they love.

90% of top children’s hospitals around the world are home to at least one RMHC core program. Each Ronald McDonald House is built and sustained with grassroots community support, which is why we are "the house that love built." This new House will be the only one in all of Suffolk County and it is much needed. Whether you are joining us for the race up the beloved Cordwood Path or walking with your family and friends, we thank you for your support!