The Albany IceBreaker Challenge 5K 2027 — Albany, NY

Date
March 27, 2027
Location
Albany, NY
Venue
1 Colonie St
Start Time
9:30 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $35.00
Events
The Albany IceBreaker Challenge 5k, IceBreaker Challenge Kids Run
Includes
Souvenir t-shirt!
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The Albany IceBreaker Challenge 5K takes place on March 27, 2027, in Albany, New York, starting at 9:30 AM from 1 Colonie Street. The event offers two running distances: a 5K and a 5-mile option, making it accessible to runners seeking either a shorter or more challenging early-season outing. Entry fees range from free to $35, depending on registration timing or category. As a late-March race in upstate New York, this event serves as an ideal early-season tune-up for athletes building fitness before spring racing. Whether you're targeting a 5K PR or using the 5-mile distance as a longer workout, the IceBreaker provides a straightforward running experience to mark the transition into warmer months.

From the Race Organizer
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 , 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 .

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is The Albany IceBreaker Challenge 5K 2027 — Albany, NY?

The Albany IceBreaker Challenge 5K 2027 — Albany, NY takes place on March 27, 2027. The race is held in Albany, New York.

Where is The Albany IceBreaker Challenge 5K 2027 — Albany, NY held?

The Albany IceBreaker Challenge 5K 2027 — Albany, NY is held at 1 Colonie St in Albany, New York.

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