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1812 Challenge Weekend

Date
June 27, 2026
Distance
18.12 Challenge · Half Marathon · 5K & more

From the Organizer

The 1812 Challenge Weekend continues! Join us in celebrating over a decade of The Challenge with a new exciting race and two new challenges, and a weekend of fun for yourself, your group, or the whole family! 

Choose from FOUR distances, with a 5K and 5 Mile race starting and ending at the Brewery on Saturday. Then join us on Sunday for the 18.12 Challenge and Half Marathon you know and love!

Looking for an extra challenge? Register to participate in the Patriot Challenge (5K and Half Marathon) or the Victory Challenge (5K + 18.12 Challenge) or the Liberty Challenge (5K + 5M) or the Freedom Challenge (5K + 5M + 18.12 (26.22 total, marathon-equivalent) ! Finishers of these challenges will receive an additional medal or pin to commemorate your achievement.

PACKET PICKUP FOR ALL RACES

Friday, June 26th
Location: Confluence Running North Country (1035 Arsenal St, Watertown)
10 am - 6 pm 
 
Saturday, June 27th
Location: 1812 Brewing Company
11:30 - 3 pm (look for the Confluence Running Tent)
 
Sunday, June 28th
Location: Sackets Harbor Battlefield
6:30 - 7:30 am (look for the Confluence Tent)
 
 

5K Course Map
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2612416?units=miles

Half Marathon Course
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1930617?units=km

1812 Challenge Course
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1947481?units=km

 

Distances & Pricing

18.12 Challenge7:30 AMRegister →
Half Marathon7:45 AMRegister →
5K3:30 PMRegister →
PATRIOT CHALLENGE: 5K and 13.17:45 AMRegister →
VICTORY CHALLENGE: 5K and 18.127:30 AMRegister →
5 Miler4:15 PMRegister →
Liberty Challenge: 5K and 5 Miler3:30 PMRegister →
Freedom Challenge: 5K and 5M and 18.12 (26.22 total, marathon-equivalent)7:30 AMRegister →
Kids Run3:15 PMRegister →
Independence Challenge: 5 Miler and 18.127:30 AMRegister →

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the 1812 Challenge Weekend?
1812 Challenge Weekend is a running event held in Sackets Harbor, NY. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
When and where is the 1812 Challenge Weekend?
Saturday, June 27, 2026 in Sackets Harbor, NY at Sackets Harbor Battlefield, Sackets Harbor, NY. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the 1812 Challenge Weekend?
Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.

1812 Challenge Weekend

Jun 27, 2026

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