Skunk Cabbage Classic 10K & Half Marathon

Name: Skunk Cabbage Classic 10K & Half Marathon
Start: 2026-03-29
End: 2026-03-29
Location: Ithaca, New York

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Ithaca, New York, United States

calendar_today 29 Mar, 2026

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sell $30 – $40

About the Event

Get ready for one of Ithaca’s most iconic spring traditions—the 43rd Annual Skunk Cabbage Classic! Choose between the 10K and half-marathon courses that wind through the Cornell campus, along a scenic paved rail trail, and into the rolling countryside of Ellis Hollow. This is your chance to join hundreds of runners in celebrating the start of spring as the skunk cabbages emerge.

Since this is our 43rd running—and 43 is a prime number—we leaned into the obvious opportunity: Skunktimus Prime. Inspired by the iconic leader of the Transformers, our skunk mascot has morphed into a towering running robot for 2026, complete with bold comic styling and a rallying cry for all of us: RUNBOTS, ROLL OUT!

Whether you’re chasing a PR or just want to enjoy a massive group run with friends, the Skunk Cabbage Classic promises a welcoming atmosphere and pre- and -post-race activities in the warmth of Cornell’s Barton Hall. Don’t panic—sign up today and be part of the fun!

Races Offered

Half Marathon

Mar 29, 2026

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Distance — 13.1 Miles

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Type — Running

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09:00

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$40.00

10K

Mar 29, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Running

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09:15

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$30.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Ithaca.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat -1.3° / 8.5°

wb_sunny -6.5° / 3.8°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 14.1 /

water_drop 68.5%