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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
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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.

Events

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 →

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

81°

Typical Low

60°

Chance of Rain

39%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Utica Oneida Co Ap, 8 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 5:33 AMSunset 8:41 PMDaylight 15h 8m

Host City

About Utica, NY

Population

64,440

as of 2023

Elevation

473 ft

Nearest Airport

SYR

Syracuse Hancock International Airport · 44 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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Waiting For?

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34

Days to train

Race
Boilermaker Road Race
Date
July 12, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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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Running

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 race held in Utica, New York on July 12, 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 Boilermaker Road Race?
Sunday, July 12, 2026 in Utica, New York at Corner of Culver Ave and Dwyer Ave near Human Technologies (Formerly ECR International), Utica, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Boilermaker Road Race?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Boilermaker Road Race

Jul 12, 2026

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