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4 Mile & Half Marathon
June 27, 2026

Ronkonkoma Rotary's Run Around the Lake is Long Island's Largest Veteran Race. 

This fundraiser to support our veterans honors Navy SEAL LT Michael P Murphy as well as other men and women who made great sacrifices to protect our nation!

    

RACE SCHEDULE:

7AM Half Marathon
8:30AM Fun Run
9AM 4 Mile

EVENT PARKING & SHUTTLE:

Easton St. & Railroad Ave.
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779

DAY OF PARKING & RACE BIB PICK UP:
Ronkonkoma Train Station S. Parking Lot
(Easton St & Railroad Ave. Ronkonkoma)

REGISTERED BEFORE WEDNESDAY JUNE 24?
KNOW your bib number for pickup.
You will be texted/emailed up to 2 hours prior to the race with your bib number.
Do NOT contact elitefeats for your bib number.
You can also click on Bib Lookup below.

REGISTERED AFTER WEDNESDAY JUNE 24?
PLEASE BRING YOUR TEXT OR EMAIL WITH YOUR BIB NUMBER TO PACKET PICKUP
IF YOU DIDN'T GET A TEXT/EMAIL CLICK ON BIB LOOKUP BELOW



All Half Marathon In-Person Participants get a finisher medal!

All 4M + Half Participants get a t-shirt & a dog tag!

     

The Half Marathon is part of the 2026 USATF-LI Grand Prix Road Race Series and a Championship Race
Interested in more races? Visit the USATF-LI Grand Prix Calendar

Want to volunteer at the event?

Sign up here!

OUR 2026 SPONSORS

MEDAL OF HONOR SPONSOR

SILVER STAR SPONSOR

Outer County Construction

CAMPAIGN SPONSOR

NTAG EMPIRE STATE
Jay Gassman & Sue Miller
Dang Barbecue
Union Square Advertising
United States NAVY

REGISTRATION SPONSOR

Long Island Ice & Fuel
Moloney Funeral Home
Suffolk Credit Union
Windows on the Lake

RACE SHIRT SPONSORS

Hydro-Action
Visionary Ventures NY
Jim Quinn with Primerica
    Spine Medicine and Surgery of Long Island
FourLeaf Federal Credit Union
New America Funding
A Lot Maintenance
Association for Mental Health & Wellness
New American Funding
Commander Electric Inc.
Flushing
AK Industries
Lake Landscape & Mason
Mia Kaiser - Signature Premier Properties
Restoration Experts
Rudi's Bar & Grill
Support My Independent Life Inc
The Country Printer
Translations by June Cardenas
All Boro Inc
Manhattan Beverage
Outback Portables
Sam Adams
Station Yards Ronkonkoma
Coke
Sysco
Dogfish Brewery

SEGMENT SPONSOR

    Bulovas Restorations, Inc.
Planet Fitness
All Boro Inc.

EXHIBITOR SPONSORS

The Raimondo Law Firm
New York Islanders
Spy Trail Distillery
Massage For Life
Yogasix Lake Grove
Concern Housing
Endurance Legion Coaching
Rebel Thaiboxing
Strive Health LI
Ivyrehab Physical Therapy
Redefine Fitness
Scott Gralla Acupuncture
Baseball Lifestyle 101
Stronger Body Stronger MindArmy
Trone Sport Coffee
Yoga 6
Dime Bank
M&T Bank

SUPPORTER SPONSOR

Clive Anthony Correia - Kadima Sun
Masonry Design Inc
Islanders
Raimondo Law Firm
Dolphin Pool
Holbrook MTA Auto Service
TMF Law
Richard Terry
John Eichorn
Michelle Howard
Ellen Quinn
    The McCord Agency Inc

REGISTRATION OPTIONS & PRICING

Total may vary, based on additional options, such as donations.

EVENT
EARLY BIRD
APRIL 26
JUNE 25
IN PERSON 4M
$38.98*
$44.15*
$54.50*
IN PERSON HALF MARATHON
$75.20*
$85.55*
$95.90*
FUN RUN
$18.28*
$18.28*
$23.45*
VIRTUAL 4M
$54.50*
$54.50*
$54.50*
VIRTUAL HALF MARATHON
$64.85*
$64.85*
$64.85*

*Includes processing fee

  • Guarantee shirt size and name on your bib by 6/6.
    Includes dog tag.
    #MURPHRUN

  • Guarantee shirt size and name on your bib by 6/6.
    Includes dog tag.
    #MURPHRUN

  • Includes t-shirt by 6/6.
    #MURPHRUN

  • Includes t-shirt and dog tag.
    Scroll to the bottom of the page for 'how to' Virtual.
    #MURPHRUN

  • Includes medal and dog tag.
    Scroll to the bottom of the page for 'how to' Virtual.
    #MURPHRUN

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THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT TO THESE VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS!

   

Suggested Amounts

SPONSOR A MILITARY RUNNER

Each year the Navy SEAL LT Michael P. Murphy 4M & Half Marathon invites all active-duty military to participate in our event at no charge. You can help us honor an active duty military runner with a sponsorship of only $30.00 dollars. Thank You for your Donation.

$30.00/ea.

PARTICIPANT INFO

JOIN OR CREATE A TEAM (OPTIONAL)

Form a Team with friends or family! Top 4 teams in the 4 mile recieve an award!

READ & INITIAL TO AGREE

Registration fees are used toward race expenses and cannot be returned once you sign up.

ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE

Nor are they transferable from year to year. Once you are signed up, race fees are used for race expenses and cannot be returned.

In consideration of accepting this entry, I understand and agree to be legally bound hereby for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, successors and waive, release and hold harmless Navy SEAL LT Michael P. Murphy Run Around the Lake, Rotary of Ronkonkoma, Town of Ronkonkoma, elitefeats inc., and any volunteers and all race sponsors and their agents, employees and representatives for any and all injuries, claims, liabilities and causes of action related to my participation in this event. I attest that I am physically fit and have sufficiently trained for the completion of this event and that my condition has been verified by a licensed medical doctor. I further grant permission to any of the foregoing organizations to take and use photographs, video, and recordings or any other record of this event for any purpose whatsoever.

If signed by a parent, the parent agrees to release and hold the above-named organizations and persons harmless of any claims which may be asserted by or on behalf of the entrant as well.
$50.00
$4.50
$54.50

BILLING INFO

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Discover

Looking for more LT Murphy Run Around the Lake Gear? Click Below

BIB PICKUP INFO: SCROLL DOWN

REGISTERED AFTER WEDNESDAY JUNE 24?
PLEASE BRING YOUR TEXT OR EMAIL WITH YOUR BIB NUMBER TO PACKET PICKUP
IF YOU DIDN'T GET A TEXT/EMAIL CLICK ON BIB LOOKUP ABOVE

Location Information

  • EVENT PARKING + DAY OF RACE BIB PICK UP - Ronkonkoma Train Station South Parking Lot
  • Easton St and Railroad Ave, Ronkonkoma, NY, 11779 US
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IF YOU REGISTERED AFTER WEDNESDAY JUNE 24
PLEASE BRING YOUR CONFIRMATION EMAIL TO PACKET PICKUP

Presented by

June 27, 2026
7AM Half Marathon
8:30AM Fun Run
9AM 4 Mile
Rain or Shine

         

EVENT PARKING + DAY OF RACE BIB PICK UP:
Ronkonkoma Train Station South Parking Lot

Easton St. & Railroad Ave.
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779

*Spectators may park at the train station and take the bus to the start area as well - from there they can walk to the finish area. Due to the bus company's policy, strollers cannot be transported on the bus*

VIRTUAL UPLOAD TIMES & PHOTOS 6/27 -7/5
SWAG ITEMS SHIPPING BEGINS the Monday Prior to Race Day

Ronkonkoma Rotary's Run Around the Lake is Long Island's Largest Veteran Race. 

This fundraiser to support our veterans honors Navy SEAL LT Michael P Murphy as well as other men and women who made great sacrifices to protect our nation!

  

AMENITIES

  • Please enjoy the BBQ & Beer after your Run Around the Lake!
  • First 250 Registrants for In-Person 4M + HM: get a Murphy Beer Mug
  • ALL 4M + HM Participants: get a t-shirt & a dog tag!
  • Half Marathoners: Receive a Finisher Medal
  • Bag Drop: There is a bag drop at the start of the common start line. Your belongings will be available for pickup there after the race. Please note that the Rotary does not take responsibility for any items and unclaimed bags will be donated.
  • ALL In-Person & Virtual Photos: Everyone will have access to a Finisher Certificate upon completion. Virtual runners will have the option to upload up to 5 photos along with a finisher time. In-Person runners will have access to Split & Finish line photos after the event. 
  • PASTA Dinner 5PM - 8PM in Carew Hall 
    St. Joseph's Church - GYM
    45 Church St, Ronkonkoma

Looking for more LT Murphy Run Around the Lake gear?
Click Below:

RAL GEAR

Questions about amenities Visit RunAroundTheLake.com


AWARDS

IN-PERSON 4 MILE

  • Top 5 Male/Female
  • Top 3 Male/Female Veterans
  • Top 3 M/F Age Groups 14 & Under to 85+ in 5-year increments
  • Top 3 M/F Masters
  • Top 3 M/F Wheelchair
  • Top 4 Teams
  • Lance Hugelmeyer Cup to Fastest Ronkonkoma M/F

IN-PERSON HALF MARATHON

  • Top 5 Male/Female
  • Top 3 Male/Female Veterans
  • Top 3 M/F Age Groups 14 & Under to 85+ in 5-year increments
  • Top 3 M/F Masters
  • Paul Dobiecki Spirit of the Run Award to Top M/F
  • Award for the 317th Finisher

In Memory of Eric Holden

This award is presented to the 317th finisher of the race in honor of Eric Holden. Eric completed the 2022 LT Murphy Half Marathon in 317th place. His passion for running and the enthusiasm he brought to every race will always be remembered.

Questions about awards Visit RunAroundTheLake.com

BENEFICIARIES



Click Here to See All Our Beneficiaries

BIB PICKUP

  • Hurry; Register 3 weeks in advance to get a personalized Race Number!
  • You must know your bib number in order to pick up your bib. If you do not know your bib number click on Bib Lookup above. 
  • If you register more than 24 hours in advance, your bib number will be texted or emailed to you at least 2 hours prior to bib pickup.
  • If you register within 24 hours of bib pickup you will be texted your bib number within 90 seconds or click on Bib Lookup above.

Thurs. June 25 - 4PM-9PM
St. Joseph's Church - GYM
45 Church St, Ronkonkoma
PASTA Dinner is 5PM - 8PM in Carew Hall

PARK ACROSS FROM CHURCH - SOUTH SIDE OF CHURCH ST

Fri. June 26 - 12PM-8PM
St. Joseph's Church - GYM
45 Church St, Ronkonkoma

PARK ACROSS FROM CHURCH - SOUTH SIDE OF CHURCH ST

IF YOU REGISTERED AFTER WEDNESDAY JUNE 24
PLEASE BRING YOUR TEXT OR EMAIL WITH YOUR BIB NUMBER TO PACKET PICKUP
IF YOU DIDN'T GET A TEXT/EMAIL CLICK ON BIB LOOKUP ABOVE

Race Day Bib Pickup (Also SEE PARKING & SHUTTLE BELOW)
Half Marathon Bib Pickup begins 6AM
4M Bib Pickup begins 7AM
Easton St. & Railroad Ave. Ronkonkoma

Virtual: If you don't get your bib in the mail, please use the live chat at elitefeats.com, and we'll send a new one after confirming your shipping address (include an apartment number if applicable)

COURSE / PORTABLES / WATER + ELECTROLYTE STOPS

4 Mile, Half Marathon & Fun Run Maps are available below. Please be aware of the Legend notating the run/walk routes, the bus route and the walk route from the bus to the start line.

Porta Potties will be available every 1.5 Miles.

Water Stops will be available every 1 Mile.

2 Electrolyte Stops for Half Marathoners on each loop. (3 Loops to complete)

NEW! Bag Drop: There is a bag drop at the start of the common start line. Your belongings will be available for pickup there after the race. Please note that the Rotary does not take responsibility for any items and unclaimed bags will be donated.

9AM START / 4 MILE RUN/WALK:
Will start on Ocean Ave.
Will finish at the traditional finish.

7AM START / HALF MARATHON 3 Loops to complete:
Will start on Ocean Ave.
Will finish at the traditional finish.


  

8:30AM / Fun Run

Will start on Ocean Ave.
Will finish on Kirk Ave.

HOTELS 

Need a Hotel or lodging?

Click Here For Info


Discounted rates have been negotiated for the June 27-30 weekend
No deposit or down payment required for either hotel.
Guests may cancel 1 week in advance without penalty.
Payment goes directly to the hotel and not a third party.
Guests are charged after checkout.

Questions about Hotels Contact [email protected]
A portion of the hotel rate will be donated to the Michael P. Murphy Foundation

PARKING + SHUTTLE BUS INFORMATION

*Spectators may park at the train station and take the bus to the start area as well - from there they can walk to the finish area. Due to the bus company's policy, strollers cannot be transported on the bus*

All event parking is located at the Ronkonkoma Train Station South Parking lot located at the Eastern end of Easton St. and Railroad Ave. in Ronkonkoma.

Shuttle buses will run from 6am to 8:45am to the start lines.

Return buses will run from 9am to 12:30 to the parking lot.

The bus route will be a simplified route this year!

QUESTIONS

Contact Us RunAroundTheLake.com
About Hotels Contact [email protected]
About Sponsorship Contact [email protected]

RESULTS & PHOTOS

  • LIVE Online/Email/Text Results and FREE Video & Same-day finish line pics
  • Find Misc Photos on Facebook @elitefeats 

TEAM ROSTER

VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS

Upload your times & photos beginning 6/27 - 7/5

TRACKING YOUR DISTANCE
4 Laps to one Mile on a Track
Treadmill
MapMyRun.com
Find a Certified USATF Course
Some events display course maps at elitefeats.com
Many parks have measured 'fitness' trails open to the public
 Download free app Strava & hit 'Record'

HOW TO POST TIMES
1. Cover ground whenever & wherever you'd like!
2. On Start Date visit elitefeats.com/Results - search this event.
3. Search your name - click Update.
4. Enter your time.
5. Optional upload up to 5 photos.

WHEN TO POST
EARLY REGISTRANTS (before start day) can start posting times ON start day!
LATE REGISTRANTS (after start day) allow up to 24 hours to post times.
BIB MAILING begins Monday prior to start day. If you register after this, please allow 3-5 business days to receive.
You don't need the bib to participate, it's a keepsake!


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