2 running events in City of Glens Falls, New York

Registration will start at 8am where you can collect your bibs - there will be no pre-race day bib pickup.

Please join us for a fun morning whether you chose to run or walk.

The Glens Falls Civic Center Foundation is hosting its 5th Annual Thunder Run on Sunday, April 26th 2026, beginning at 9:00 am. The 5k race will begin at the Harding Mazzotti Arena and continue down Glen Street. We hope you can join us as a participant or a sponsor. The Glens Falls Civic Center Foundation (a private, not- for- profit 501(c) 3) was formed in 2003. Its mission is to “build greater public understanding and appreciation for the role the Glens Falls Civic Center (Harding Mazzotti Arena) plays in the quality of life in northern New York, encourage and promote philanthropic support for capital improvements and operating expenses, and create an endowment fund at the Center.”

The Harding Mazzotti Arena is over 40 years old this year, and, as with all older buildings, it needs some upgrading. Your participation in this 5k run will greatly assist the Foundation in funding these improvements.

The First 100 registered participants will receive a Dri-fit t-shirt - register by 04/06/2024 for correct size

Course Map: https://www.strava.com/routes/3013442980885894888

Rain or shine, this fun, festive family-friendly race kicks-off at Haviland Cove Park Pavilion and runs along the beautiful and historic Feeder Canal.

The return course will follow the new Pruyn Island trail along the Hudson River. Be inspired by beach tunes as you walk or run the off-street course and welcome in summer.

Stick around for the awards celebration afterwards with music, kids' activities, and photo opportunities, Come dressed ready to hula in your best Hawaiian gear!

The 5K race will be chip-timed and takes place on flat, level, paved roads as well as hard packed gravel.

All ages welcome. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Jogging strollers are permitted

Walk-up registration will be available the day of the race with a price increase.

All children aged 12 and under will receive a finishers medal.

Registration: Begins at 7:30 am at Haviland Cove Pavilion

5K Race Start Time: 9:00 am

1 Mile Walk Start Time: 9:05 am

5k Race and 1 Mile Fun Walk: Adult: $30.00

Children: 6 yrs to 17 yrs: $15.00 5 and Under: Free

Glens Falls Hospital Employees: $25

Day of Race Registration: $35.00 (available from 7:30 am - 8:45 am on race day)

All 5K registered participants are guaranteed an athletic race tee-shirt if registered by May 15, 2026. If registered after May 15, 2026, race shirts are not guaranteed but we'll try!

Awards to the overall top three male and female 5K finishers.

All children 12 and under will receive a participation medal.

No dogs allowed on the course.

Race timing provided by: Underdog Racing