Icebreaker Marathon
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Event overview
The GLIRC Icebreaker includes a Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K held on January 24, 2026, at Eisenhower Park - Field 2 in East Meadow, NY. Distances offered:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 5K
- Virtual Marathon and Virtual Half Marathon
The courses are certified and listed as a Boston Qualifier. The race uses a looped layout on park paths and fully closed roads. The marathon has a 6 hour cutoff. The course is supplied with water and nutrition stops and is described as spectator-friendly.
Registration, amenities and awards
Registration options include in-person Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K and virtual Marathon and Half Marathon. Early pricing information lists approximately $59.68 for Marathon and Half Marathon, and about $38.98 for 5K and virtual events; GLIRC members receive a $5 discount. Personalized bibs are available if registered three weeks in advance and shirts are guaranteed when registered by January 14 or until sold out.
Participants receive a long sleeve tech shirt and a finisher medal. Results are provided live and via text or email, and free finish line photos are offered. Awards are given to the top three men and women overall and top three masters. The event benefits GLIRC and Medals4Mettle. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.