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Boilermaker Road Race

Date
July 12, 2026
Distance
15K Race - Presented By Excellus BlueCross BlueShield · 5K Race - Presented by Utica National Insurance Group · Wheelchair 15K - Presented by NBT Bank and Sitrin Health Care Center & more

From the Organizer

UPDATED BOILERMAKER 2026 INFORMATION (as of 3/1/26)!

REGISTRATION:

All special Boilermaker registration periods have been completed and registration is open for all interested participants and will remain open until race caps are met.

The Boilermaker endeavors to communicate registration based news (i.e. specific registration periods, impending pricing changes, and race cap alerts) in advance via email, social media and our local traditional media outlets. As always, please keep an eye on your emails (we only have the email address you previously registered with) and the Boilermaker Facebook and Instagram pages for updates!

 

RACE CAPS:

  1. 15K race presented by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield will be capped at 11,000 participants
  2. 5K race presented by Utica National Insurance Group will be capped at 4,500 participants

 

PRICING:
This is a tiered pricing event with limited capacities, so register early to save money and your spot(s).

 

GENERAL RULES:

  1. All Boilermaker events are held rain or shine.
  2. Walkers, animals, skateboards, in-line skates, roller skates, bicycles, and baby joggers/strollers are prohibited.
  3. There are no deferrals and no refunds available.
  4. Dropdowns from the 15K to the 5K are limited (500 available) and are on a first come, first served basis.

PUBLIC HEALTH PROTOCOL:

  1. The Boilermaker will follow local & federal public health guidelines in place come race day. As of today, there are no specific restrictions in place.
  2. Please stay tuned to our email and social media communications for any potential updates. 
  3. By registering for this event, you agree to abide by the health and safety measures in effect at the time of the event.
  4. Per the Boilermaker’s policies, there are no deferrals or refunds.

 RACE SAFETY:

  1. The course is restricted to registered athletes and official race personnel.
  2. We strongly discourage the use of headphones in both ears for your safety as well as the safety of others.

Distances & Pricing

15K Race - Presented By Excellus BlueCross BlueShield8 AMRegister →
5K Race - Presented by Utica National Insurance Group7:15 AMRegister →
Wheelchair 15K - Presented by NBT Bank and Sitrin Health Care Center7:45 AMRegister →
VIRTUAL 15K Race - Presented By Excellus BlueCross BlueShield12 AMRegister →
VIRTUAL 5K Race - Presented by Utica National Insurance Group12 AMRegister →

Race Location

About This Sport

From Endurance Grid's Founder

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Boilermaker Road Race?
Boilermaker Road Race is a running event held in Utica, NY. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
When and where is the Boilermaker Road Race?
Sunday, July 12, 2026 in Utica, NY at Corner of Culver Ave and Dwyer Ave near Human Technologies (Formerly ECR International), Utica, NY. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Boilermaker Road Race?
Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.

Boilermaker Road Race

Jul 12, 2026

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