Boilermaker Road Race
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From Boilermaker Road Race
- Date Sun 12th July 2026
- Time 7:15AM EDT
- Location Utica, New York
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Boilermaker Road Race, taking place on Sunday, July 12, 2026, in the vibrant city of Utica, Oneida! Organized by the Boilermaker Road Race team, this iconic event welcomes thousands of runners and walkers to participate in an unforgettable day filled with community spirit and athletic achievement. Participants can choose from two exciting race distances: the challenging 15K race, proudly presented by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, and the spirited 5K race, sponsored by Utica National Insurance Group.
As you prepare for this thrilling event, mark your calendars for the priority registration period that opens on January 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM. With limited spots available, be sure to secure your place early and take advantage of tiered pricing! Whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply joining in the fun, the Boilermaker Road Race promises an unforgettable day filled with energy, camaraderie, and the joy of running. Don’t forget to stay connected through the Boilermaker's social media channels for all the latest updates and race day information!
As you prepare for this thrilling event, mark your calendars for the priority registration period that opens on January 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM. With limited spots available, be sure to secure your place early and take advantage of tiered pricing! Whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply joining in the fun, the Boilermaker Road Race promises an unforgettable day filled with energy, camaraderie, and the joy of running. Don’t forget to stay connected through the Boilermaker's social media channels for all the latest updates and race day information!
Organiser's Description
UPDATED BOILERMAKER 2026 INFORMATION (AS OF 9/26/25)!
REGISTRATION:
Special Boilermaker registration periods in 2025 for the 2026 Boilermaker have all been completed_. _Thank you to the over 3,730 folks who registered and took advantage of them!
Next up is another _PRIORITY REGISTRATION_ period which is scheduled to open at 10:00 AM ON MONDAY, JANUARY 19, 2026 for a limited time. Anyone who registered for the 2025 Boilermaker is eligible to register for the 2026 event during this special registration period and will be receiving emails directly from the Boilermaker in the weeks leading up to January 19, 2026.
Upon completion of that _PRIORITY REGISTRATION_ period, registration will be opened up for everyone and will remain open until race caps are met.
The Boilermaker endeavors to communicate registration based news (i.e. specific registration periods, impending pricing changes, and race cap alerts in advance via email, social media and our local traditional media outlets. As always, please keep an eye on your emails (we only have the email address you previously registered with) and the Boilermaker Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/boilermaker15k] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/boilermaker15k] pages for updates!
RACE CAPS:
Race caps for the 15K race presented by _EXCELLUS BLUECROSS BLUESHIELD_ and for the 5K race presented by _UTICA NATIONAL INSURANCE GROUP_ will be announced prior to the opening of the Priority Registration period beginning on January 19, 2026.
PRICING:
This is a tiered pricing event with limited capacities, so register early to save money and your spot(s).
GENERAL RULES:
* All Boilermaker events are held rain or shine.
* Walkers, animals, skateboards, in-line skates, roller skates, bicycles, and baby joggers/strollers are prohibited.
* There are no deferrals and no refunds available.
* Dropdowns from the 15K to the 5K are limited (500 available) and are on a first come, first served basis.
PUBLIC HEALTH PROTOCOL:
* The Boilermaker will follow local & federal public health guidelines in place come race day. As of today, there are no specific restrictions in place.
* Please stay tuned to our email and social media communications for any potential updates.
* By registering for this event, you agree to abide by the health and safety measures in effect at the time of the event.
* Per the Boilermakers policies, there are no deferrals or refunds.
RACE SAFETY:
* The course is restricted to registered athletes and official race personnel.
* We strongly discourage the use of headphones in both ears for your safety as well as the safety of others.
REGISTRATION:
Special Boilermaker registration periods in 2025 for the 2026 Boilermaker have all been completed_. _Thank you to the over 3,730 folks who registered and took advantage of them!
Next up is another _PRIORITY REGISTRATION_ period which is scheduled to open at 10:00 AM ON MONDAY, JANUARY 19, 2026 for a limited time. Anyone who registered for the 2025 Boilermaker is eligible to register for the 2026 event during this special registration period and will be receiving emails directly from the Boilermaker in the weeks leading up to January 19, 2026.
Upon completion of that _PRIORITY REGISTRATION_ period, registration will be opened up for everyone and will remain open until race caps are met.
The Boilermaker endeavors to communicate registration based news (i.e. specific registration periods, impending pricing changes, and race cap alerts in advance via email, social media and our local traditional media outlets. As always, please keep an eye on your emails (we only have the email address you previously registered with) and the Boilermaker Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/boilermaker15k] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/boilermaker15k] pages for updates!
RACE CAPS:
Race caps for the 15K race presented by _EXCELLUS BLUECROSS BLUESHIELD_ and for the 5K race presented by _UTICA NATIONAL INSURANCE GROUP_ will be announced prior to the opening of the Priority Registration period beginning on January 19, 2026.
PRICING:
This is a tiered pricing event with limited capacities, so register early to save money and your spot(s).
GENERAL RULES:
* All Boilermaker events are held rain or shine.
* Walkers, animals, skateboards, in-line skates, roller skates, bicycles, and baby joggers/strollers are prohibited.
* There are no deferrals and no refunds available.
* Dropdowns from the 15K to the 5K are limited (500 available) and are on a first come, first served basis.
PUBLIC HEALTH PROTOCOL:
* The Boilermaker will follow local & federal public health guidelines in place come race day. As of today, there are no specific restrictions in place.
* Please stay tuned to our email and social media communications for any potential updates.
* By registering for this event, you agree to abide by the health and safety measures in effect at the time of the event.
* Per the Boilermakers policies, there are no deferrals or refunds.
RACE SAFETY:
* The course is restricted to registered athletes and official race personnel.
* We strongly discourage the use of headphones in both ears for your safety as well as the safety of others.
Races
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15K Race - Presented by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Sun 12th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
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5K Race - Presented by Utica National Insurance Group
Sun 12th July 2026 (7:15AM EDT)
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Wheelchair 15K - Presented by NBT Bank and Sitrin Health Care Center
Sun 12th July 2026 (7:45AM EDT)
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VIRTUAL 15K Race - Presented by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Complete your race on your own course between 7/3/26 & 7/11/26. See website for complete information. -
VIRTUAL 5K Race - Presented by Utica National Insurance Group
Complete your race on your own course between 7/3/26 & 7/11/26. See website for complete information.
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