The Albany IceBreaker Challenge 5K
- Date
- March 27, 2027
- Location
- 1 Colonie St, Albany, NY
- Distance
- The Albany IceBreaker Challenge 5k · IceBreaker Challenge Kids Run
From the Organizer
The IceBreaker Challenge is a one of a kind Capital District running/walking road race challenging runners and walkers against rowers from the Albany Rowing Center. Runners/walkers will travel along the Corning Preserve Bicycle Path while rowers from the Albany Rowing Center will race alongside in shells on the Hudson River. It is also a major fundraiser for the Albany Rowing Center, helping us to expand access to rowing and to the Hudson River for community members of all ages. Come join us for this unique and exciting event at the Albany Rowing Center Boathouse in the Corning Preserve.
This year we will be providing souvenir t-shirt to the first 250 registrants, as well as prizes from a local vendor for all race category winners!
Registration opens at 8:00 a.m. Kids run starts at 9:30 a.m., and 5K starts at 10:00 a.m.
Packet pick-up and last-chance registration will be Friday, March 27 from 4-7p.m., at Common Roots Albany Outpost, or on race day beginning at 8:00 a.m.
Parking is available at the Corning Preserve Boat Launch. If the boat launch lot fills, parking attendants will direct you to an overflow lot.
RACE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE! Contact us for more information. Sponsorship deadline is Friday, March 6.
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
50°
Typical Low
30°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Albany Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Albany, NY
Population
100,081
as of 2023
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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- Race
- The Albany IceBreaker Challenge 5K
- Date
- March 27, 2027
- Location
- 1 Colonie St, Albany, NY
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Albany IceBreaker Challenge 5K?
- The Albany IceBreaker Challenge 5K is a running race held in Albany, New York on March 27, 2027. 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 IceBreaker Challenge 5K?
- Saturday, March 27, 2027 in Albany, New York at 1 Colonie St, Albany, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Albany IceBreaker Challenge 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Albany IceBreaker Challenge 5K
Mar 27, 2027