Bad Blood 5K Run/Walk 2026
- Date Thu 6th August 2026
- Time 6:00PM EDT
- Location Albany, New York
- Price $11.60 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the highly anticipated Bad Blood 5K Run/Walk on Thursday, August 6, 2026, in Albany! This vibrant event, set on the scenic Siena University campus, kicks off at 6:30 PM and promises an exciting evening for both runners and walkers. Participants can expect a thrilling two-loop course for runners and a picturesque one-loop route for walkers, ensuring a fantastic experience for everyone involved.
Join nearly 500 participants in this USATF Adirondack Grand Prix series event, complete with a Kids Quad Dash starting at 6:15 PM, team competitions, music, and delicious post-race food. Don’t forget, registered participants aged 21 and over can enjoy a free Common Roots beer! Every registration supports the Wicklund Warriors and their mission to assist local families battling blood cancer, making this event not just a race, but a chance to give back to the community. With exciting prizes for top finishers and team categories, the Bad Blood 5K is the perfect opportunity to run for a cause while enjoying a fun-filled day.
Join nearly 500 participants in this USATF Adirondack Grand Prix series event, complete with a Kids Quad Dash starting at 6:15 PM, team competitions, music, and delicious post-race food. Don’t forget, registered participants aged 21 and over can enjoy a free Common Roots beer! Every registration supports the Wicklund Warriors and their mission to assist local families battling blood cancer, making this event not just a race, but a chance to give back to the community. With exciting prizes for top finishers and team categories, the Bad Blood 5K is the perfect opportunity to run for a cause while enjoying a fun-filled day.
Organiser's Description
The Bad Blood 5K returns to Siena University on Thursday, August 6, at 6:30 PM.
Nearly 500 participants joined us last year, and this year marks our first as part of the USATF Adirondack Grand Prix series.
To improve the race experience, runners and walkers will now start separately. Runners will continue on the same two-loop 5K course, while walkers will follow a new scenic one-loop route through Sienas campus. Both courses begin and finish near the Siena Student Union.
The Kids Quad Dash (6:15) returns before the main event, along with team competitions, music, post-race food, and a free Common Roots beer for registered participants 21+.
Most importantly, every registration supports the Wicklund Warriors' mission of helping local families facing blood cancer.
BAD BLOOD RUN 2026 RACE DETAILS:
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 5TH - EARLY PACKET PICK-UP
* 6-7:30 PM- Dicks House of Sport, Latham (Walk-in registration welcome $45)
THURSDAY, AUGUST 6TH (DAY OF RACE)
* 4:30 - 6 PM Packet P/U & Day of Registration ($45)
* 6:15 PM Kids Quad Dash Start
* 6:30 PM 5K RUNNERS START
* 6:45 PM WALKERS START
* 7:15 PM Awards/speeches/food/beer/music
* USATF Sanctioned, ADK USATF Grand Prix race, ARE Timing, Running Bib with Chip Timing with ChronoTrack B-Tag.
REGISTRATION FEE SCHEDULE:
* $30 until May 31st (Early Bird)
* $35 June 1st - August 5th
* $45 on race day (4:30 pm-5:30 pm)
FREE STUFF:
* Free Shirt - first 200+ registrants
* Free Common Roots beer with registration (21+)
TOP FINISHER PRIZES - AWARDS: 7:15 PM (QUAD)
* Top Male and Female will receive a $250 GC at High Adventure Ski Shop by Alpin Haus
* Top Male and Female finishers, ages 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60-69. 70+, will receive a $25 GC.
* Team Prizes: Best team shirt, Most members, Highest fundraiser receives branded running socks
Nearly 500 participants joined us last year, and this year marks our first as part of the USATF Adirondack Grand Prix series.
To improve the race experience, runners and walkers will now start separately. Runners will continue on the same two-loop 5K course, while walkers will follow a new scenic one-loop route through Sienas campus. Both courses begin and finish near the Siena Student Union.
The Kids Quad Dash (6:15) returns before the main event, along with team competitions, music, post-race food, and a free Common Roots beer for registered participants 21+.
Most importantly, every registration supports the Wicklund Warriors' mission of helping local families facing blood cancer.
BAD BLOOD RUN 2026 RACE DETAILS:
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 5TH - EARLY PACKET PICK-UP
* 6-7:30 PM- Dicks House of Sport, Latham (Walk-in registration welcome $45)
THURSDAY, AUGUST 6TH (DAY OF RACE)
* 4:30 - 6 PM Packet P/U & Day of Registration ($45)
* 6:15 PM Kids Quad Dash Start
* 6:30 PM 5K RUNNERS START
* 6:45 PM WALKERS START
* 7:15 PM Awards/speeches/food/beer/music
* USATF Sanctioned, ADK USATF Grand Prix race, ARE Timing, Running Bib with Chip Timing with ChronoTrack B-Tag.
REGISTRATION FEE SCHEDULE:
* $30 until May 31st (Early Bird)
* $35 June 1st - August 5th
* $45 on race day (4:30 pm-5:30 pm)
FREE STUFF:
* Free Shirt - first 200+ registrants
* Free Common Roots beer with registration (21+)
TOP FINISHER PRIZES - AWARDS: 7:15 PM (QUAD)
* Top Male and Female will receive a $250 GC at High Adventure Ski Shop by Alpin Haus
* Top Male and Female finishers, ages 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60-69. 70+, will receive a $25 GC.
* Team Prizes: Best team shirt, Most members, Highest fundraiser receives branded running socks
Races
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Bad Blood 5K Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 6th August 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
$32.80
Running bibs will feature a free beer tear-off. -
Bad Blood Walk - 2.5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 6th August 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
$32.80
Bibs will feature a free beer tear-off. -
Kid's Quad Dash
Incl. $1.60 Fee & Stewarts Ice Cream
Thu 6th August 2026 (6:00PM EDT)
$11.60
Kids Quad Dash (6 PM) 10-7 yrs (2 loops ~.4 miles). 6 and under (1 loop ~ .2 miles). Race medals and free Stewarts ice cream!
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Siena University, 515 Loudon Rd, Albany, 12211-1704, NY, United States
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