Poughkeepsie, NY | Saturday, September 19, 2026Opens Apr 12
Join us for the 48th Annual Mid-Hudson Road Runners Club Dutchess County Classic! Similar to the last few years, this years event will be split over two days with the 1k Kids Fun Run and 5k on Saturday, September 19th on Robinson Lane in Wappingers Falls, NY and the 10k and Half-Marathon on Sunday, September 20th on the William R. Steinhaus Dutchess Rail Trail / Walkway Over the Hudson in Poughkeepsie, NY . All courses are flat and scenic, great for seasoned runners and first timers alike. The races will showcase the beauty of the Hudson Valley, including beautiful farm land and views of the Hudson River. Each race is professionally timed and takes place on a USATF certified course, making the Dutchess County Classic a "must-race" for anyone looking to set their next PR. There are t-shirts for pre-registered (on or before August 23rd) runners and finisher medals for the 1k Kids Fun Run, 5k, 10k and half marathon. COMBO prices reflect a $5 discount. There will be price increases for all races after the first 350 registrants then on July 1 and September 14, so register early to save! Start Location & Times Saturday, September 19th The kids 1k race will be held on Saturday, September 19th, starting at 8:30 am from Robinson Lane Park (95 Robinson Lane, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590). Kids who are pre-registered always run for free. This event is for kids ages 12 and under. The 5k race will be held on Saturday, September 19th, starting at 9:00 am from Robinson Lane Park (95 Robinson Lane, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590). We have adjusted the course to start/finish at the pavilion to reduce traffic congestion at the gate. This is a flat, out and back "T - Shape" course and is USATF certified. Runners must maintain a pace of at least 15 minutes or better in all events with the exception of the kids 1k fun run. Sunday, September 20th The half marathon and 10k will both start and end at Dutchess Community College (53 Pendell Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601). Both r