2026 Upstate Orthopedics Mountain Goat Run (48th Annual)
- Date Sun 12th April 2026 - Mon 18th May 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Syracuse, New York
- Price $6.15 - $738.98
- Races 8 races
- Distances 10 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for the 48th Annual Upstate Orthopedics Mountain Goat Run, set to take place on Sunday, April 12, 2026, in Syracuse, Onondaga! This beloved local tradition invites participants of all ages to conquer the scenic hills of Syracuse in a thrilling 10-mile race. The event kicks off with a Kid's Half Mile Timed Fun Run at 8:50 a.m., followed by the main event, the 10-Mile Mountain Goat Run, and a two-person relay at 9:15 a.m. Families and pet lovers can also join in on the fun with the Family Pet Walk at 9:20 a.m.
Join the community for a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and celebration! After crossing the finish line, enjoy a lively post-race party starting at 10:00 a.m., where top runners will be recognized during the 11 a.m. awards presentation. Remember to register online and pick up your race packet at Fleet Feet Sports on May 2nd or on race day in Clinton Square. Whether you're racing for a personal best or just for fun, the Mountain Goat Run promises an unforgettable experience amidst the beautiful backdrop of Syracuse!
Join the community for a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and celebration! After crossing the finish line, enjoy a lively post-race party starting at 10:00 a.m., where top runners will be recognized during the 11 a.m. awards presentation. Remember to register online and pick up your race packet at Fleet Feet Sports on May 2nd or on race day in Clinton Square. Whether you're racing for a personal best or just for fun, the Mountain Goat Run promises an unforgettable experience amidst the beautiful backdrop of Syracuse!
Organiser's Description
THE MOUNTAIN GOAT RUN IS A 10 MILE SYRACUSE TRADITION, OPEN TO PARTICIPANTS OF ALL AGES. WE HAVE BEEN CONQUERING THE HILLS OF SYRACUSE FOR 47 YEARS - BRINGING OUR COMMUNITY TOGETHER EACH YEAR.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE: SUNDAY, MAY 3, 2026
8:50 A.M.: KID'S HALF MILE TIMED FUN RUN,
9:15 A.M.: 10 MILE MOUNTAIN GOAT RUN, TWO-PERSON RELAY
9:20 A.M.: FAMILY PET WALK
10:00 A.M.: POST RACE PARTY
11 AM: AWARDS PRESENTATION OF TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE RUNNERS.
FOR ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION, PLEASE BRING PICTURE LICENSE IDENTIFICATION FOR AGE VALIDATION.
PACKET PICK UP AND IN-PERSON REGISTRATION (ON-LINE ONLY! NO PAPER OR CASH ACCEPTED) WILL BE HELD AT FLEET FEET SPORTS, 5800 BRIDGE STREET, EAST SYRACUSE, NY 13057 ON SATURDAY, MAY 2: 10:30 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M.
RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP & REGISTRATION (ON-LINE ONLY, CREDIT CARD ONLY), 7 A.M. TO 8:45 A.M. IN CLINTON SQUARE.
ALL PREMIUM ITEMS WILL BE AVAILABLE ONLY THROUGH RACE DAY; NO EXCEPTIONS.
ALL AWARDS MUST BE PICKED UP ON RACE DAY ONLY AT AWARDS TENT (NO AWARDS AVAILABLE AFTER 1PM).
TIME BONUS RIBBONS FOR THE 10-MILE RACE AWARDED TO WOMEN RUNNING SUB-90, SUB-80, OR SUB-70 MINUTES AND TO MEN RUNNING SUB-80, SUB-70 AND SUB-60 MINUTES.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE: SUNDAY, MAY 3, 2026
8:50 A.M.: KID'S HALF MILE TIMED FUN RUN,
9:15 A.M.: 10 MILE MOUNTAIN GOAT RUN, TWO-PERSON RELAY
9:20 A.M.: FAMILY PET WALK
10:00 A.M.: POST RACE PARTY
11 AM: AWARDS PRESENTATION OF TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE RUNNERS.
FOR ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION, PLEASE BRING PICTURE LICENSE IDENTIFICATION FOR AGE VALIDATION.
PACKET PICK UP AND IN-PERSON REGISTRATION (ON-LINE ONLY! NO PAPER OR CASH ACCEPTED) WILL BE HELD AT FLEET FEET SPORTS, 5800 BRIDGE STREET, EAST SYRACUSE, NY 13057 ON SATURDAY, MAY 2: 10:30 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M.
RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP & REGISTRATION (ON-LINE ONLY, CREDIT CARD ONLY), 7 A.M. TO 8:45 A.M. IN CLINTON SQUARE.
ALL PREMIUM ITEMS WILL BE AVAILABLE ONLY THROUGH RACE DAY; NO EXCEPTIONS.
ALL AWARDS MUST BE PICKED UP ON RACE DAY ONLY AT AWARDS TENT (NO AWARDS AVAILABLE AFTER 1PM).
TIME BONUS RIBBONS FOR THE 10-MILE RACE AWARDED TO WOMEN RUNNING SUB-90, SUB-80, OR SUB-70 MINUTES AND TO MEN RUNNING SUB-80, SUB-70 AND SUB-60 MINUTES.
Races
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10 Mile
Incl. $2.76 Fee & Short Sleeve Tech Shirt & Shades
Sun 3rd May 2026 (9:15AM EDT)
$60.76
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Two Person Relay
Incl. $2.76 Fee & Short Sleeve Tech Shirt & Shades
Sun 3rd May 2026 (9:15AM EDT)
$60.76
Each runner must register and pay the registration fee. Each relay runner will receive full premium swag, finisher medal, all on course support including bus ride to/from relay exchange, and the post-race refreshments and party. -
Kids Run
Incl. $1.15 Fee & SS Cotton T-Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (8:50AM EDT)
$11.15
Timed event! -
Family Pet Walk
Incl. $1.15 Fee & Pet Bandana
Sun 3rd May 2026 (9:20AM EDT)
$11.15
This event is not timed! -
Virtual 10 Mile
Incl. $2.76 Fee & Short Sleeve Tech Shirt
$60.76
Can't be at Race Day? Take part in the epic 10 Mile Mountain Goat Run and receive your official Mountain Goat swag including our custom medal. Proudly brag about your swag! All items will be shipped. -
SuperGoat/NannyGoat
Incl. $1.15 Fee
Sun 12th April 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$6.15
8am meet up at The MOST For SuperGoat Status you will need to run to all 4 parks: MOST -> Woodland Reservoir -> MOST -> Lincoln Park -> MOST -> Burnet Park -> MOST -> Thorden Park -> MOST! For the NannyGoat Status you will only need to run: MOST -> Woodland Reservoir -> MOST -> Lincoln Park -> MOST Usually the first Sunday in April! -
Goat 4 Life
Incl. $28.98 Fee & Goat for Life T-Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$738.98
Purchase a Goat for Life pass and you can run the race for free, forever! Membership in this exclusive club includes: A Mountain Goat Hall of Fame brick paver with your choice of inscription. Personalized bib and # An exclusive Goat for Life shirt. Your name announced as a Goat for Life at the starting and finishing line every year. Entrance into the Mountain Goat Run forever this includes the 10-mile run or the two-person, five-mile relay. Syracuse bragging rights. -
3 Year Goat Pass
Incl. $7.52 Fee & Short Sleeve Tech Shirt & Shades
Sun 3rd May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$206.52
Did you know that the GOAT is turning 50 in 2028? Because of that, we wanted to do something special to celebrate. A 3- year celebration, as a matter of fact! It started in 2025, our finisher medals for the Mountain Goat will be custom made to fit into a unique collectable GOAT-themed wood display medal holder. This HUGE 16 x 20 inch display can be hung on your wall to show the world that you are a true GOAT-er. For a limited time only, $199, gets you entry into our live 10 Mile or Two Person Relay for 2026, 2027 and 2028! We will also throw in the medal holder! This is a savings of over $30! Commit & Conquer the GOAT!!!
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