Revenge of the Red Baron Half Marathon and 5K
Revenge of the Red Baron Half Marathon and 5K is a running race on November 1, 2026 in Corning, NY, with entry fees from $20 to $65.
- Date
- November 1, 2026 (101 days to go)
- Location
- 1 Academic Drive, Corning, NY
- Price
- $20–$65
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The Red Baron is out for REVENGE!
The 44th running of the Red Baron provides the option of running a half marathon or a 5K. Discounts are available for current SUNY Corning Community College students (more info on that coming soon). Special 5K pricing is available for all participants age 18 and under.
This locally beloved race features a 1/2 marathon and 5K course designed by an angry Red Baron. This event is PERFECT for anyone who is looking for a uniquely challenging road race and the opportunity to test your mettle against the vengeful Red Baron!
You must be able to complete the half marathon in 4 hours.
WHEN: Sunday, November 1, 2026. The half marathon starts promptly at 11:00 AM. The 5K will begin at 11:15.
WHERE: Start and finish at Corning Community College, 1 Academic Drive, Corning, NY 14830. Refer to the course map for details including aid station and porta-potty locations. Bib pick-up and the post-race celebration will be in the Commons at SUNY Corning Community College.
REGISTRATION: Online registration OPENS March 1, 2026 at 8:00 AM.
Online registration CLOSES at noon October 29. Same day registration will be available before the race.
PACKET PICKUP/ONSITE REGISTRATION: Packet pick up and on the spot registration will be from 9:30 - 10:45, November 1 in the Commons of Corning Community College.
AWARDS: Top overall winners in the Half Marathon and 5K for Male and Female, as well as 1st place in each age group category. There will be an in-person Awards Ceremony in the Commons at SUNY Corning Community College following each race.
AGE GROUP CATEGORIES: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.
RESULTS: The event is chip timed and results will be available online the day of the race.
SWAG: Announcement coming soon!
FINISHER’S MEDAL: All finishers receive a custom finisher’s medal.
POST RACE: The post-race celebration will take place at Corning Community College. Food will be provided, and there will be vegetarian options.
PARKING: Parking will be available in the Corning Community College parking lots.
There are no deferrals, refunds, or credits for other STRC events.
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
51°
Typical Low
31°
Chance of Rain
46%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Corning, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Corning, NY
Population
10,666
as of 2023
City Elevation
927 ft
Nearest Airport
ELM
Elmira Corning Regional Airport · 8 mi
Major Hub
ROC
Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport · 75 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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- Race
- Revenge of the Red Baron Half Marathon and 5K
- Date
- November 1, 2026
- Location
- 1 Academic Drive, Corning, NY
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Revenge of the Red Baron Half Marathon and 5K
Nov 1, 2026