1812 Challenge Weekend
- Date
- June 27–28, 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
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
Events
Weather
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.
Host City
About Sackets Harbor, NY
Population
1,348
as of 2023
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
Your Next Start Line
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.
19
Days to train
- Race
- 1812 Challenge Weekend
- Date
- June 27–28, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 1812 Challenge Weekend?
- 1812 Challenge Weekend is a running race held in Sackets Harbor, New York on June 27, 2026. 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 27, 2026 in Sackets Harbor, New York at Sackets Harbor Battlefield, Sackets Harbor, NY. 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 27, 2026