Post Office Cafe’s 35th Annual 5K Run & 1K Fun Run 2026 — Babylon, NY

Date
October 17, 2026
Location
Babylon, NY
Venue
130 W Main St
Start Time
9:30 AM
Sunrise
7:05 AM
Entry Fee
$18.00 – $35.00
Events
Post Office Café 5K Run, Post Office Café 1K Fun Run
Includes
T-Shirt
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Thank you for participating in the National MPS Society Run/Walk, and Post Office Cafe's 35th Annual 5K & 1K Fun Run. This event will raise awareness and funds for the National MPS Society. In our community, the Walk/Run will be held at the Post Office Cafe in celebration of Mark and Casey Lessing. In 2010, Mark lost his 20 year battle with the disorder MPS IIIA. His sister Casey passed away July, 2016 at the age of 24. MPS and related diseases are genetic disorders that affect major organs in the body, including the respiratory system, heart, bones, and nervous system. Affecting mostly children, it is caused by the body's inability to produce certain enzymes. There are hundreds of children around the country waiting for a treatment and eventually a cure for these rare, progressive, and deadly diseases. The National MPS Society's mission is to provide support for individuals and their families affected by MPS or ML. Our goals are to increase public and professional awareness and to support research. The Society's ultimate goal is to find a cure for MPS disorders.

Course & Travel Notes

On race day in mid-October, expect typical highs around 64°F and lows near 48°F with a roughly one-in-three chance of rain, so bring layers and consider a light jacket or rain gear. The race takes place at just 13 feet elevation in Babylon, New York, making altitude a non-factor for most runners. Republic Airport (FRG) is the nearest option, located 5.2 miles from the venue, and sunrise occurs at 7:06 AM well before the 9:30 AM start time.

⛰️ 13 ft elevation☀️ Typically 64°F / 48°F · 32% chance of rain✈️ Republic Airport (FRG) — 5.2 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Post Office Cafe’s 35th Annual 5K Run & 1K Fun Run 2026 — Babylon, NY?

Post Office Cafe’s 35th Annual 5K Run & 1K Fun Run 2026 — Babylon, NY takes place on October 17, 2026. The race is held in Babylon, New York.

Where is Post Office Cafe’s 35th Annual 5K Run & 1K Fun Run 2026 — Babylon, NY held?

Post Office Cafe’s 35th Annual 5K Run & 1K Fun Run 2026 — Babylon, NY is held at 130 W Main St in Babylon, New York.

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