The Albany IceBreaker Challenge 5K
- Date Sat 27th March 2027
- Time 9:30AM EDT
- Location Albany, New York
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Albany IceBreaker Challenge 5K on Saturday, March 27, 2027! This exciting event takes place in Albany and offers a unique running and walking experience as participants race alongside rowers from the Albany Rowing Center on the beautiful Hudson River. The race will follow the scenic Corning Preserve Bicycle Path, making it a perfect day out for both athletes and spectators.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this event is designed for everyone. The festivities kick off with a kids' run at 9:30 a.m., followed by the main 5K race at 10:00 a.m. The first 250 registrants will receive a special souvenir t-shirt, and local vendors will provide prizes for all race category winners. Registration opens at 8:00 a.m. on race day, and packet pick-up is available the day before from 4-7 p.m. at Common Roots Albany Outpost. Join us at the Albany Rowing Center Boathouse for a day filled with fun, community spirit, and support for a great cause, as proceeds help expand access to rowing for residents of all ages. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this event is designed for everyone. The festivities kick off with a kids' run at 9:30 a.m., followed by the main 5K race at 10:00 a.m. The first 250 registrants will receive a special souvenir t-shirt, and local vendors will provide prizes for all race category winners. Registration opens at 8:00 a.m. on race day, and packet pick-up is available the day before from 4-7 p.m. at Common Roots Albany Outpost. Join us at the Albany Rowing Center Boathouse for a day filled with fun, community spirit, and support for a great cause, as proceeds help expand access to rowing for residents of all ages. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part
Organiser's Description
The IceBreaker Challenge is a one of a kind Capital District running/walking road race challenging runners and walkers against rowers from the Albany Rowing Center. Runners/walkers will travel along the Corning Preserve Bicycle Path while rowers from the Albany Rowing Center will race alongside in shells on the Hudson River. It is also a major fundraiser for the Albany Rowing Center, helping us to expand access to rowing and to the Hudson River for community members of all ages. Come join us for this unique and exciting event at the Albany Rowing Center Boathouse in the Corning Preserve.
This year we will be providing souvenir t-shirt to the first 250 registrants, as well as prizes from a local vendor for all race category winners!
Registration opens at 8:00 a.m. Kids run starts at 9:30 a.m., and 5K starts at 10:00 a.m.
Packet pick-up and last-chance registration will be Friday, March 27 from 4-7p.m., at Common Roots Albany Outpost [https://maps.app.goo.gl/72i6xjQKVALHVdgb9], or on race day beginning at 8:00 a.m.
Parking is available at the Corning Preserve Boat Launch. If the boat launch lot fills, parking attendants will direct you to an overflow lot.
RACE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE! Contact us for more information. Sponsorship deadline is FRIDAY, MARCH 6.
This year we will be providing souvenir t-shirt to the first 250 registrants, as well as prizes from a local vendor for all race category winners!
Registration opens at 8:00 a.m. Kids run starts at 9:30 a.m., and 5K starts at 10:00 a.m.
Packet pick-up and last-chance registration will be Friday, March 27 from 4-7p.m., at Common Roots Albany Outpost [https://maps.app.goo.gl/72i6xjQKVALHVdgb9], or on race day beginning at 8:00 a.m.
Parking is available at the Corning Preserve Boat Launch. If the boat launch lot fills, parking attendants will direct you to an overflow lot.
RACE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE! Contact us for more information. Sponsorship deadline is FRIDAY, MARCH 6.
Races
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The Albany IceBreaker Challenge 5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Souvenir T-Shirt!
Sat 27th March 2027 (10:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS 02 NOVAwards given for first place in age and gender categories (Women/Open), plus first place overall winners. -
IceBreaker Challenge Kids Run
Sat 27th March 2027 (9:30AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 02 NOVFREE 1/2 miles kids race for kids under 12.
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1 Colonie St, Corning Preserve Boat Launch, Albany, 12201, NY, United States
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