The DAM 8 2026 — DeRuyter, NY

Date
May 17, 2026
Location
DeRuyter, NY
Venue
260 East Lake Road
Start Time
9:30 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $35.00
Events
8K, Kids Run
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The DAM 8 starts at 9:30 a.m. in DeRuyter, New York, giving you a reasonable window to arrive the morning of the race. This 8K event takes place at 260 East Lake Road on May 17, 2026. Entry fees range from free to $35, making it accessible regardless of budget. As a smaller, locally-focused running event, it's a solid option if you're passing through the region for a spring race or training run. Check ahead on course specifics and parking details since this is a rural venue, and arrive with enough time to handle registration and warm up before the 9:30 a.m. gun.

From the Race Organizer
Experience the Thrill of Sports with Dam 8 Please join us on Sunday May 17th, 2026 for a scenic yet challenging 8k run around beautiful DeRuyter Lake. Placed strategically on the CNY Road Racing calendar between Syracuse's 10 mile Mountain Goat, Cazenovia's 4th of July 10 miler and Utica's 15k Boilermaker, the DeRuyter DAM 8k gives runners a chance to scale down on the race miles while still staying fit with an undulating and ambitious journey around one of the most pulchritudinous courses in Upstate NY. Come and see for yourself, you won't be disappointed!

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is The DAM 8 2026 — DeRuyter, NY?

The DAM 8 2026 — DeRuyter, NY takes place on May 17, 2026. The race is held in DeRuyter, New York.

Where is The DAM 8 2026 — DeRuyter, NY held?

The DAM 8 2026 — DeRuyter, NY is held at 260 East Lake Road in DeRuyter, New York.

Where can I find hotels near The DAM 8 2026 — DeRuyter, NY?

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