From the Organizer
The Albany Jewish Community Center's Run takes place right in front of the community center on Whitehall Road. This fundraiser provides critical financial support for the Albany JCC programs such as Early Childhood, Afterschool and Summer Youth programs and Cultural and Community programs.
Come join us for a great day of racing and fun. Pick a distance and run for a PR or just for a great day out with the community. Bring the family and the kids for the kids run.
We hope to see you there!!
Start Times
8:00 am: 5K Runners and Walkers
8:10 am: 10K and 15K Events
9:45 am: 1K (all ages) Kids Fun Run. Not timed.
Registration (Includes race entry and t-shirt)
1K Kids Run $15
5K $35
10K $40
15K $45
The price for registration for all races will increase to $55 on September 11, 2026.
Mailed in entries must be received by Monday, September 14, 2026
Run Packets
All runners will receive a Run Packet with an Official Walk/Run shirt and other race goodies.
Pick up dates:
Friday, September 18: 4pm-6pm
Saturday, September 19: 9am - 12pm
Sunday, September 14th: 7:00-7:30 am
*JCC Members can pick up their packets during regular JCC hours.
Parking and Street Closures the Day of the Race
On the day of the event, the JCC parking lot will be available for parking before 7:00 am. Whitehall Road will be closed between the hours of 7:00 am and 10:45 am. For those who need to leave before 10:45 am parking on all side streets leading into Whitehall Road is available.
Course Maps
View the 5K course
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View the 15K course
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
73°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Albany Ap, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Albany, NY
Population
100,081
as of 2023
City Elevation
169 ft
Nearest Airport
ALB
Albany International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Albany JCC Run?
- Albany JCC Run is a running race held in Albany, New York on September 20, 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 Albany JCC Run?
- Sunday, September 20, 2026 in Albany, New York at 340 Whitehall Road. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Albany JCC Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Albany JCC Run
Sep 20, 2026