The Albany IceBreaker Challenge 5K
- Date Sat 28th March 2026
- Time 9:30AM EDT
- Location Albany, New York
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fun and fitness at the Albany IceBreaker Challenge 5K on Saturday, March 28, 2026! Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Hudson River, this unique event invites runners and walkers of all ages to challenge themselves alongside rowers from the Albany Rowing Center. Participants will traverse the scenic Corning Preserve Bicycle Path, while the rowers race alongside in their sleek shells, creating a vibrant and competitive atmosphere.
The day kicks off with a Kids Run at 9:30 a.m., followed by the main 5K event starting at 10:00 a.m. Be one of the first 250 registrants to receive a special souvenir t-shirt, and compete for exciting prizes from local vendors in various race categories! Registration opens at 8:00 a.m. on race day, with packet pick-up available the day before. Join us at the Albany Rowing Center Boathouse for this fantastic fundraiser that supports community access to rowing and the Hudson River. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience—mark your calendars and come enjoy a day of health, community, and fun!
The day kicks off with a Kids Run at 9:30 a.m., followed by the main 5K event starting at 10:00 a.m. Be one of the first 250 registrants to receive a special souvenir t-shirt, and compete for exciting prizes from local vendors in various race categories! Registration opens at 8:00 a.m. on race day, with packet pick-up available the day before. Join us at the Albany Rowing Center Boathouse for this fantastic fundraiser that supports community access to rowing and the Hudson River. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience—mark your calendars and come enjoy a day of health, community, and fun!
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., most likely 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., most likely 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 28th March 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$27.50
Awards given for first place in age and gender categories (Women/Open), plus first place overall winners. -
IceBreaker Challenge Kids Run
Sat 28th March 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
Free
FREE 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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