Battle of the Branches 5K (Syracuse)
- Date
- November 7, 2026
- Distance
- Battle of the Branches 5K (US Army) · Battle of the Branches 5K (US Navy) · Battle of the Branches 5K (US Marines) & more
From the Organizer
Join us for the 3rd Annual Battle of the Branches 5K on Saturday November 7, 2026 ahead of the CNY Veterans Parade and Expo at the NY State Fairgrounds (Syracuse). Choose which Branch (Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard or Space Force) team you want to run with. All participants will receive a custom Battle of the Branches shirt as well as a finisher Challenge Coin. Whether you served or supported come join the fun fitness battle with your fellow brothers and sisters.
This race will benefit Feed Our Vets, an organization dedicated to serving our military veterans in the United States, their spouses and children, whose circumstances have left them on the battlefield of hunger, and to involve the public in fighting Veteran hunger.
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
52°
Typical Low
35°
Chance of Rain
52%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Syracuse Hancock Intl Ap, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Syracuse, NY
Population
146,211
as of 2023
Elevation
397 ft
Nearest Airport
SYR
Syracuse Hancock International Airport · 5 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.
Race Location
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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152
Days to train
- Race
- Battle of the Branches 5K (Syracuse)
- Date
- November 7, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Battle of the Branches 5K (Syracuse)?
- Battle of the Branches 5K (Syracuse) is a running race held in Syracuse, New York on November 7, 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 Battle of the Branches 5K (Syracuse)?
- Saturday, November 7, 2026 in Syracuse, New York at 581 State Fair Blvd, Syracuse, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Battle of the Branches 5K (Syracuse)?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Battle of the Branches 5K (Syracuse)
Nov 7, 2026