3 running events in City of Schenectady, New York
From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find running events and connect with the local endurance sports community.
City of Schenectady
3 events in City of Schenectady-
Sat, Apr 18, 2026 at 10:00 AMSee full details
Join us for the Color Outside with Brown School 5K Color Run — a fun, vibrant 5-kilometer race on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Central Park, Schenectady (500 Iroquois Way, Schenectady, NY).
This family-friendly event, hosted by Brown School, is open to students, parents, faculty, alumni, and our local community and offers a perfect mix of fitness, color-splash fun, and spring celebration.
Participants are welcome to run or walk the course, and walkers, strollers, and leashed dogs are welcome to join in the fun.
Along the course, volunteers will toss colored chalk powder into the air as runners pass through designated color zones. The powder is non-toxic, environmentally safe, and washable, but be prepared — you will get colorful!
Come celebrate community, movement, and a little bit of messy fun with us!
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Sat, Aug 22, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
A 4 mile trail race within the confines of the Schenectady Central Park trail system. 100% of the proceeds will go to Second Chances Recovery Services. This trail race will be an open time trial format. Runners will be able to start their timed lap any time between 8 and 11AM, with the course closing at 12 PM.
This is in honor of Ellen Wisnoski, our beloved sister who lost her battle with addiction in September of 2024. Join us for a beautiful day on the trails, and honor Ellen’s legacy by helping those in need.
A guided yoga/stretching session will be available pre-race, with post race refreshments at the finish line.