Long Island 6 Hour

The Long Island 6 Hour 60th Birthday Celebration Run and Relay, held at Belmont Lake State Park in North Babylon, NY, is a community-focused ultrarunning event honoring Fred von der Heydt. Participants, including individual runners and teams of four or six, compete to cover the greatest distance within six hours on a flat, scenic 1.75-mile loop trail around the lake. The course features an aid station every loop, ensuring continuous support.

The event offers a festive atmosphere with post-race food, drinks, and special birthday surprises for those born in 1965. Awards recognize top performers and best team costumes, with proceeds benefiting local charities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.