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2026 Planting Fields Fall 5K Run/Walk

October 24, 2026 | 7:30 am – 12:00 pm

2026 Planting Fields Fall 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
7:30am – 12pm | Full schedule below!
Rain or Shine. All tickets final sale.
Sponsorships available below.

Registration & Pricing
NEW THIS YEAR: Register Early & Win! Register early for the Fall 5K before Sept. 2 and you’ll automatically be entered into our Early Bird Giveaway. One lucky winner will receive an exclusive Planting Fields Secret Spots Golf Cart Tour: a private, curator-led journey through some of the estate’s most enchanting hidden treasures. The prize includes: A private one-hour golf cart tour for up to five guests! Enjoy rare access to secluded corners and breathtaking views not typically open to visitors, fascinating stories, estate history, and horticultural highlights shared by an expert guide. Go beyond the garden paths and discover a side of Planting Fields that few visitors ever have the chance to experience!

5K Walk/Run
$40 Early Bird Rate (before Sep. 2)
$45 after 
$50 day of race
The first 350 5K racers to finish receive a complimentary collectible finisher medal! See the design to the right. 

Kids Fun Run
Parents run free alongside their children in the Kids Fun Run!
$20 Early Bird Rate (before Sep. 2)
$25 after 
$30 day of race
All participating children will receive a Kids Fun Run medal.

Group Rates Available
Planning to run with friends, family, or coworkers? Email Lilly McGurk, Stewardship Director, lmcgurk@plantingfields.org to receive your group discount code.

 

Register Now!

 

This is your chance to experience autumn at its absolute best on foot through the historic Olmsted Brothers-designed landscape of Planting Fields! If you’ve experienced our one-of-a-kind seasonal 5K before, you already know what makes this race so special. If this is your first time, you’re in for an unforgettable adventure. 
 
Join us for our 6th Annual Fall 5K, a beloved autumn tradition that welcomes participants of all ages and fitness levels. Whether you’re a seasoned runner chasing a personal best, a casual walker, or simply looking to immerse yourself in the vibrant colors of the season, this event is the perfect way to celebrate fall with friends, family, and the community. 
 
The scenic 5K course winds through the breathtaking historic Olmsted Brothers-designed landscape, offering a race experience unlike any other on Long Island. Participants will traverse paved pathways, open grassy turf, and winding forest trails with natural dirt and rocky terrain that showcase the preserve’s diverse beauty. Approximately 170 feet of elevation gain, highlighted by the signature ascent beginning at the Carshalton Gates, provides just the right amount of challenge, making the course as rewarding as it is picturesque. 
 
And because it wouldn’t be fall without a little festive fun, Halloween costumes are encouraged! Whether spooky, silly, or spectacular, come dressed to impress and cast your vote for the most festive participant at the Planting Fields Foundation Information Booth. 
 
Lace up, embrace the season, and discover why the Planting Fields Fall 5K has become a favorite annual tradition. Come for the run, stay for the foliage, and create lasting memories in one of Long Island’s most extraordinary landscapes. 

 

Event Schedule
7:30am – Registration Open
8:30am – 5K Start
9:30am – Kids Fun Run Start

 

Event Highlights
– Scenic 5K course through the gardens and trails.
– Kids Fun Run – A ½-mile loop just for young runners (parents run free with their children in the Kids Fun Run!)
– Costume fun + fan voting for crowd favorites
– Live DJ spinning tunes
– Food trucks with seasonal eats and treats
– Free self-guided tours of the historic Main House (for 5K and Fun Run registrants)
– Hands-on fall-themed crafts for all ages
– 10% off merchandise in the Visitor Center when you show your bib
– Free finish line photos
– Personalized bib if registered 3 weeks in advance
 

5K Trail Maps

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fall 5K Sponsorship Opportunities
Platinum – $5,000
· 25 participants in 5K
· Logo placement on select event signage, race bibs, event website, printed marketing materials and the finisher medal lanyard
· Your business included on our website and dedicated email blasts to over 20k people
· Inclusion in our social media marketing campaigns
· Premier sponsor table

Gold – $1,000
· 10 participants in 5K
· Your business included on our website and email blasts to over 20k people
· Inclusion in our social media marketing campaigns
· Sponsor table

Silver – $500
· 5 participants in 5K
· Your business included on our website and email blasts to over 20k people
· Inclusion in our social media marketing campaigns
· Sponsor table

Bronze – $250
· 1 participant in 5K
· Your business included on our website and email blasts to over 20k people
· Inclusion in our social media marketing campaigns

 

If you cannot attend the event, please consider making a donation to help advance our mission. Your contribution will play a vital role in supporting this site’s ongoing restoration and preservation efforts. Every dollar makes a difference. Thank you for your generosity and for being a part of our community! Support Planting Fields now, click here.

For questions, or more information, and to join the ranks of our incredible sponsors, contact: Lilly McGurk, Stewardship Director, lmcgurk@plantingfields.org

 

By registering for this event, you consent to receive emails from Planting Fields Foundation and also consent to Planting Fields Foundation photographing and filming during the event. These images may be used for promotional purposes, including social media, on our website, newsletters, grant requests, reports. As it may not be feasible to identify individuals who may wish to opt out, your registration implies your consent to be photographed. If you have any concerns, please contact us at lmcgurk@plantingfields.org.

 

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