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Saturday, September 26th, 2026
Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Rhinebeck NY
Half · 5K
55–72°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
60–78°F
dry
2024
60–71°F
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2023
49–64°F
dry
2022
54–70°F
dry
2021
57–69°F
dry
2020
58–78°F
dry
2019
57–78°F
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2018
60–80°F
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2017
68–87°F
dry
2016
48–69°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: Rhinebeck Fall Foliage Half Marathon & 5K
- Date: September 26, 2026
- Location: Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Rhinebeck, NY
- URL: Race Registration
Race Description
The Hudson Valley’s favorite autumn tradition returns. Whether you’re using our half marathon as the final "big push" before your fall championship or taking on the 5K for the sheer atmosphere of the Hudson Valley, this is the weekend to be in Rhinebeck. When the timing is right, the course transforms into a corridor of fire-orange and deep gold. It’s fast, it’s scenic, and it’s the definitive way to experience autumn in Upstate New York.
Race Day Essentials
- When: Saturday, September 26th at 8:30 a.m. (5K to begin at 8:45 a.m.) - course support concludes at 12:00 p.m.
- Where: Starts & ends at The Dutchess County Fairgrounds
- Note: Please note that dogs are not allowed at The Dutchess County Fairgrounds.
- Important: We risk losing this location for our event if you, your friends, or your family ignore the rules set by the Dutchess County Fairgrounds.
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