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1812 Challenge Weekend

1812 Challenge Weekend is a running race on June 26–27, 2027 in Sackets Harbor, NY, with entry fees from $55 to $228.

Date
June 26–27, 2027 (254 days to go)
Price
$55–$228
Sport
Running

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) !  Save money by bundling races and put together a race puzzle! 

Please keep in mind the Shirt Cutoff Dates.  Hoodies for the Half & 1812 cutoff on May 12th, 2026.  Printed Shirts for the 5 mile race cut off on June 10th, 2026.  Pint glasses for the 5k cutoff is June 8th, 2026.  

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

5 Mile Course Map
plotaroute.com/route/3022288

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

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

 

Events

Kids Run
5K$55
Liberty Challenge: 5K and 5 Miler$110
5 Miler$60
18.12 Challenge$128
VICTORY CHALLENGE: 5K and 18.12$173
Independence Challenge: 5 Miler and 18.12$178
Freedom Challenge: 5K and 5M and 18.12 (26.22 total, marathon-equivalent)$228
Half Marathon$118
PATRIOT CHALLENGE: 5K and 13.1$163

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

77°

Typical Low

56°

Chance of Rain

39%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Watertown Intl Ap, 5 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 5:23 AMSunset 8:51 PMDaylight 15h 28m

About Sackets Harbor, NY

Population

1,348

as of 2023

City Elevation

282 ft

Nearest Airport

ART

Watertown International Airport · 5 mi

Major Hub

SYR

Syracuse Hancock International Airport · 57 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

Race Location

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 1812 Challenge Weekend, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

254

Days to train

Race
1812 Challenge Weekend
Date
June 26–27, 2027

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 1812 Challenge Weekend?
1812 Challenge Weekend is a running race held in Sackets Harbor, New York on June 26, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the 1812 Challenge Weekend?
Saturday, June 26, 2027 in Sackets Harbor, New York at Sackets Harbor Battlefield. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the 1812 Challenge Weekend?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

1812 Challenge Weekend

Jun 26, 2027

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