Mighty Niagara Half Marathon & Hospice Dash 5K

Niagara Hospice will hold its annual Mighty Niagara Half Marathon and Hospice Dash 5K Run/Walk on October 3, 2026. The half marathon starts at Artpark State Park in Lewiston, NY and the 5K starts at Porter on the Lake Town Park, Youngstown, NY. Both races finish at Porter on the Lake Town Park.

Presented by Cornerstone Community Federal Credit Union, the Mighty Niagara 13.1 mile run is a USATF certified course offering scenic views of two historic villages, four state parks, the Lower Niagara River, Lake Ontario, Canada and the Toronto skyline. The 3.1 mile Hospice Dash 5K is also USATF certified and takes runners along Lake Road and through Four Mile Creek State Park. Many participants take part in both events to honor and remember their loved ones, with several choosing to walk the Hospice Dash 5K as a heartfelt tribute.

Trophies, cash prizes, medals, and pins are presented to runners for various levels of achievements. The post-race celebration includes food, free beer from Brickyard Brewing Company, and live music by Soul Committee. 

Since inception, over 18,000 individuals have participated in the Mighty and the Dash. Proceeds from the event support the specialized care and services provided by the nonprofit organization. The event is rain or shine, with the Mighty Niagara Half Marathon starting at 9:15am, and the Hospice Dash 5K starting at 9:00am.