Canal Path Classic
- Date Sat 29th August 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Mohawk, New York
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and community spirit at the first annual Canal Path Classic on Saturday, August 29, 2026! Located at the scenic Fort Herkimer Church in Mohawk, Herkimer, this event promises a fantastic experience for participants of all ages. Whether you choose to challenge yourself with a 10k run or enjoy a leisurely 5k walk/run, the course will take you along the beautiful Erie Canalway Trail, offering a flat, fast, and traffic-free route that is perfect for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike.
As you make your way west towards Mohawk, 5k participants will turn around near Putts Hill, while the 10k runners will continue their journey across the pedestrian bridge over Fulmer Creek before heading back to the finish line. All participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt, and awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers in both distances, as well as to youth participants in the 5k. With additional age group awards for runners aged 18 and over, this is an event you won't want to miss! Make sure to register by August 14th to secure your t-shirt, as registration will close on August 27th.
As you make your way west towards Mohawk, 5k participants will turn around near Putts Hill, while the 10k runners will continue their journey across the pedestrian bridge over Fulmer Creek before heading back to the finish line. All participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt, and awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers in both distances, as well as to youth participants in the 5k. With additional age group awards for runners aged 18 and over, this is an event you won't want to miss! Make sure to register by August 14th to secure your t-shirt, as registration will close on August 27th.
Organiser's Description
The first annual Canal Path Classic at Fort Herkimer Church, hosted by the Mohawk Youth and Family Center. A 5k run/walk and 10k run held entirely on the Erie Canalway Trail. Enjoy a flat, fast, scenic and traffic free course. Runners will head west towards Mohawk, the 5k turn around will be near the Putts Hill intersection with 5s. 10k runners will continue west through the MOVAC parking lot and under the bridge to Herkimer. 10k runners will continue for roughly 1 mile until the hit the pedestrian bridge that crosses over Fulmer creek. 10k runners will turn around and head back to the Fort Herkimer Church to the finish. Participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt as part of their entry fee. Additionally awards will be given out to the top 3 male and female finishers in both the 5k and 10k. Top 3 male and female youth will be awarded in the 5k. Due to the generous contributions of our sponsors, we will now have age group awards in addition to those awards already mentioned. The top 3 male and female will be awarded in each of the following age groups; 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and over 60. To guarantee yourself a t-shirt please sign up prior to August 14th. Additionally there will be no day of registration, registration closes August 27. Bib pickup will be on race day at the German Flatts community center under the Gazebo beginning at 7 AM. Thank you and look forward to seeing you there!
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555 State Route 5S, Mohawk, 13407, NY, United States
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