The Boilermaker's Erie Canal Races (10 Miler, Relay & 5K)
About this race
THE BOILERMAKER'S ERIE CANAL RACES ARE SET FOR SUNDAY, MAY 17th, 2026!
The Boilermaker's Erie Canal Races include a 10 Miler & Relay as well as a 5K.
The courses start and finish on the track in the Ed Wadas Athletic Complex at Whitesboro High School in Marcy, NY. They will cover the trail along the pedestrian bridge over Rt. 49 and make their way to the scenic & historic Erie Canalway Trail and then back.
These are great events to use as tune-ups for the Boilermaker!
REGISTRATION:
Special New Year's Resolution Registration: January 1st @ 12:01am through 11:59pm on January 4th
Open Registration: January 5th @ 12:00am through race day (5/17/26) or until the events meet their individual caps
*Relay registration will close @ 11:59pm on May 14th
VIRTUAL RUNS REGISTRATION
- Can't attend in-person? Consider the Erie Canal Races Virtual 10 Mile & 5K options! The same registration information as shown in #'s 1 & 2 above apply. See Event pages for more details. Your medal and t-shirt will be mailed to you.
PRICING:
- This is tiered pricing event with limited capacities, so register early to save money and secure your spot(s).
- See "Show Registration Details" on the "Event Info" page on the registration site for complete details.
PACKET PICKUP INFORMATION:
- Friday, May 15th from 9:00am to 5:00pm at Boilermaker offices located at 805 Court Street in Utica, NY (parking available on lot accessible via Sunset Ave)
- Saturday, May 16th from 9:00am to 1:00pm at Boilermaker offices located at 805 Court Street in Utica, NY (parking available on lot accessible via Sunset Ave)
- Race day, Sunday, May 17th, from 6:30am to 7:30am near the Start/Finish Line area
RACE INCENTIVES:
- Anyone who signs up by 11:59 pm on Sunday, May 3rd is guaranteed a moisture-wicking t-shirt (available in men's & women's cuts) in your size and a finisher medal you'll be showing off to your family and friends!
PUBLIC HEALTH PROTOCOL:
- The Boilermaker will follow local & federal public health guidelines in place come race day for the Erie Canal Races. As of today, there are no specific restrictions in place.
- Please stay tuned to our communications via email and social media 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 Boilermaker’s policies, there are no deferrals and no refunds.
RACE SAFETY:
- The course is restricted to registered athletes and official race personnel.
- Walkers, animals, skateboards, in-line skates, roller skates, bicycles and baby joggers/strollers are prohibited.
- We strongly discourage the use of headphones in both ears for your safety as well as the safety of others.
Join fellow runners on May 17, 2015 for the The Boilermaker's Erie Canal Races (10 Miler, Relay & 5K). It's a fantastic Half-Marathon, 10.6K, 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Marcy.
Pick your distance
Running
Half Marathon
WILL START ON WHITESBORO ST. NEAR PJ GREEN. THE COURSE WILL TURN LEFT ONTO NORTH GENESEE ST. TAKE A LEFT INTO THE PARKING LOT FOR THE CANAL. THROUGH THE PARKING LOT TO THE CANAL PATH CONTINUE ON THE CANAL PATH TO THE HARBOR LOCK. THE COURSE WILL CONTINUE OVER THE LOCK ON THE PATH THE UNTIL NINE TENTH OF A MILE PAST ROUTE 291. THE COURSE WILL TURN AROUND THERE AND CONTINUE ON THE CANAL PATH TO GENESEE ST. THEN CONTINUE DOWN GENESEE ST. TO FINISH IN FRONT OF COMMERCIAL TRAVELERS.
2-Person 1/2 Marathon Relay
WILL START ON WHITESBORO ST. NEAR PJ GREEN. THE COURSE WILL TURN LEFT ONTO NORTH GENESEE ST. TAKE A LEFT INTO THE PARKING LOT FOR THE CANAL. THROUGH THE PARKING LOT TO THE CANAL PATH CONTINUE ON THE CANAL PATH TO THE HARBOR LOCK. THE COURSE WILL CONTINUE OVER THE LOCK ON THE PATH THE UNTIL NINE TENTH OF A MILE PAST ROUTE 291. RELAY RUNNERS WILL HAVE A HAND OFF NEAR LOCK 20. THE COURSE WILL TURN AROUND THERE AND CONTINUE ON THE CANAL PATH TO GENESEE ST. THEN CONTINUE DOWN GENESEE ST. TO FINISH IN FRONT OF COMMERCIAL TRAVELERS.
5K Race
WILL START ON WHITESBORO ST. NEAR PJ GREEN. THE COURSE WILL TURN LEFT ONTO NORTH GENESEE ST. TAKE A LEFT INTO THE PARKING LOT FOR THE CANAL. THROUGH THE PARKING LOT TO THE CANAL PATH CONTINUE ON THE CANAL PATH TO THE HARBOR LOCK. THE COURSE WILL LOOP AT THE LOCK AND RETURN ON THE CANAL PATH BACK TO GENESEE ST. AND FINISH AT WHITESBORO ST. IN FRONT OF COMMERCIAL TRAVELERS.
About Marcy
The Boilermaker's Erie Canal Races (10 Miler, Relay & 5K) takes place in Marcy, New York, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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