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13 running and walking events in City of Utica, New York

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find running and walking events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

  • THE UR FOUR RACE CHALLENGE [uticaroadrunners.org] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Thu, Jan 01, 2026 at 12:00 PM

    Description

    Celebrate over 50 years of running with the Utica Roadrunners with the Four Race Challenge!

    Starting January 1, 2026, runners can sign up for all of our four core events at once! Just $120* for...

    Celebrate over 50 years of running with the Utica Roadrunners with the Four Race Challenge!

    Starting January 1, 2026, runners can sign up for all of our four core events at once! Just $120* for current 2026 Utica Roadrunner members and $145* for non-members - and there's a $20 discount if you if you sign up by January 15th! Your member discount will be applied at checkout. *prices do not include Runsignup fees

    The UR Four Race Challenge consists of our core races:

    • SAVE OUR SWITCHBACKS 7.5k-South Woods, Utica, NY - Saturday, April 18th

    • THE SUMMER SIZZLE Five Mile Road Race, Proctor Park, Utica, NY - Sunday, June 21st

    • FALLING LEAVES 5k or 14k Road Races, Utica, NY - Sunday, September 27th

    • SKELETON RUN 5k Trail Race, Deerfield NY - Sunday, October 18th

    In an age when many other local races are charging $70-100 for one event, we are keeping our rates low!

    Sign up for the Four Race Challenge and get a short sleeve performance shirt.

    You will also get ALL the SWAG from each event you enter. That includes medals, shirts, and any other giveaways.

    Run Trail

    City of Utica, New York, 13504, United States
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  • Utica Roadrunners Boilermaker Training Program (BTP) [uticaroadrunners.org] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, Feb 28, 2026 at 7:30 AM

    Description

    WELCOME!

    This is the official sign up page for the 2026 Boilermaker Training Program. We offer training programs for both the 5k and 15k distances. Our goal is to get you across that finish line for...

    WELCOME!

    This is the official sign up page for the 2026 Boilermaker Training Program. We offer training programs for both the 5k and 15k distances. Our goal is to get you across that finish line for your first time, your next time, or your best time. This program is FREE for current Roadrunner members and $25 for those who are not.

    Our FIRST DAY is Saturday, February 28th, 7:30am @ The Sneaker Store in New Hartford. We will gather indoors, but all running will be OUTSIDE this year - so please dress accordingly! We will plan to run the first 6-8 weeks from Forte and then switch to the Parkway Rec Center. Other starting locations may be used as well, so watch your email for details each week.

    This event is coached by the Utica Road Runners, and will be led by Erik Winberg and Peter Angelini and Amanda Hartnett with ongoing help from many Utica Roadrunners members, leaders, and race directors.

    We will be offering Two Training Levels to choose from for both the 5k and 15k.

    Level 1-- First-time Finishers

    Level 2-- Established/Recreational Runners

    For additional details check:

    http://www.uticaroadrunners.org/races/training-program/

    5k 15k Indoor Run

    City of Utica, New York, 13504, United States
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  • St. Patrick's Day Mad Mile [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 14, 2026 at 9:45 AM

    Description

    The Sneaker Store's Jessica Cooper St. Patrick's Day Mad Mile presented by Standard is the best way to kick off a great St. Patrick's Day! Bring your family, friends, and your best Irish outfit, and...

    The Sneaker Store's Jessica Cooper St. Patrick's Day Mad Mile presented by Standard is the best way to kick off a great St. Patrick's Day! Bring your family, friends, and your best Irish outfit, and get ready to dash down Genesee Street just ahead of the Utica St. Patrick's Day Parade. With a built-in cheering crowd, this one-mile course with elevation drop will get you revved up to enjoy the day's festivities.

    The race kicks off at 9:45 am sharp on Saturday, March 14th. We'll gather for the Start on Clinton Place at Genesee Street, and move to the start line at 9:40 am. As you can expect road closures and delays, please plan accordingly for parking and extra time to walk to the start. We cannot delay the start as the parade goes off at 10:00. Please be aware of your surroundings, as parade floats will be lining up near the start line. The 1-mile race course is a straight shot down Genesee Street (hello, downhill!), ending at Columbia Street where we will gather for results (TNT Timing) and prizes (Courtesy of The Sneaker Store). You can then relax, enjoy the parade (we have a perfect view from our finish line area!), and maybe even wander down to Varick Street for some more celebrating!

    A portion of the proceeds will go to the St. Patrick’s Day Parade put on by the Great American Irish Festival. The Irish Festival's mission is to promote Irish culture, history, dance, language, etc. The corporation’s purpose is solely for charitable and educational efforts. This is a race you can feel good about entering! Register now at an all-time low for just $20* -- don't wait, the price goes up to $30 on race day!

    *$20 is for the RACE ONLY. This year, the awesome Craft Tech Tee is OPTIONAL but available as a $15 add-on.

    Registration:

    • Pre-Register Online at RunSignUp.com. Cost is $20 and does NOT include a shirt. The cost with shirt is $35.

    • Register In Person at the Sneaker Store on 3/13 OR near the start line on Clinton Place on Saturday, 3/14. Cost is $35 with no shirt.

    Packet Pickup:

    • Friday, March 13th from 4:00-7:00 at The Sneaker Store, 24 Genesee St., New Hartford.

    • Saturday, March 14th from 8:30-9:15 near the start line on Clinton Place near Genesee Street.

    • We strongly encourage registrants to pick up race packets on Friday, as it is imperative that the race starts on time. If you must pick up your race packet on Saturday, please plan extra time for parking and lines.

    Special Note Regarding Weather/Cancellations - If the Utica St. Patrick's Day Parade is postponed or cancelled for any reason, the St. Patrick's Day Mad Mile race and packet pick-ups will be postponed or cancelled along with the parade, and refunds cannot be issued. Please dress festively, but appropriately for weather conditions!

    The Mad Mile is dedicated to our dear friend, Jessica Cooper, who ran her first ever race at the 2019 Mad Mile and rocked it. We hope you'll join us and run your best race in her memory, whether it's your first or your five hundredth race, give it your best and finish with a smile. All donations made to the race will go directly to the Jessica Cooper Memorial Scholarship Fund at Mount Markham CSD.

    Questions? Contact Morgan at morgan@the-sneaker-store.com

    1 Miles Run Walk

    1500 Genesee Street, City of Utica, New York, 13502, United States
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