Boilermaker Road Race
When is Boilermaker Road Race?
Boilermaker Road Race takes place on Sunday, July 12, 2026 in Utica, NY.
What distances does Boilermaker Road Race offer?
Boilermaker Road Race offers 5 events: 5K Race - Presented by Utica National Insurance Group, VIRTUAL 5K Race - Presented by Utica National Insurance Group, Wheelchair 15K - Presented by NBT Bank and Sitrin Health Care, 15K Race - Presented By Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, VIRTUAL 15K Race - Presented By Excellus BlueCross BlueShield.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Race - Presented by Utica National Insurance Group | 5.0 km | $40.00 | Register |
| VIRTUAL 5K Race - Presented by Utica National Insurance Group 20 spots left | 5.0 km | $40.00 | Register |
| Wheelchair 15K - Presented by NBT Bank and Sitrin Health Care 50 spots left | 9.3 mi | $55.00 | Register |
| 15K Race - Presented By Excellus BlueCross BlueShield | 15.0 km | $55.00 | Register |
| VIRTUAL 15K Race - Presented By Excellus BlueCross BlueShield 39 spots left | 15.0 km | $55.00 | Register |
How much does Boilermaker Road Race cost?
Registration for Boilermaker Road Race starts at $40.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Boilermaker Road Race held?
Boilermaker Road Race is held in Utica, NY at Corner of Culver Ave and Dwyer Ave near Human Technologies (Formerly ECR International).
About Boilermaker Road Race
UPDATED BOILERMAKER 2026 INFORMATION (as of 3/1/26)!
REGISTRATION:
All special Boilermaker registration periods have been completed and registration is open for all interested participants and will remain open until race caps are met.
The Boilermaker endeavors to communicate registration based news (i.e. specific registration periods, impending pricing changes, and race cap alerts) in advance via email, social media and our local traditional media outlets. As always, please keep an eye on your emails (we only have the email address you previously registered with) and the Boilermaker Facebook and Instagram pages for updates!
RACE CAPS:
- 15K race presented by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield will be capped at 11,000 participants
- 5K race presented by Utica National Insurance Group will be capped at 4,500 participants
PRICING:
This is a tiered pricing event with limited capacities, so register early to save money and your spot(s).
GENERAL RULES:
- All Boilermaker events are held rain or shine.
- Walkers, animals, skateboards, in-line skates, roller skates, bicycles, and baby joggers/strollers are prohibited.
- There are no deferrals and no refunds available.
- Dropdowns from the 15K to the 5K are limited (500 available) and are on a first come, first served basis.
PUBLIC HEALTH PROTOCOL:
- The Boilermaker will follow local & federal public health guidelines in place come race day. As of today, there are no specific restrictions in place.
- Please stay tuned to our email and social media communications 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 or refunds.
RACE SAFETY:
- The course is restricted to registered athletes and official race personnel.
- We strongly discourage the use of headphones in both ears for your safety as well as the safety of others.
Buy A Brick
Leave your legacy in Boilermaker Square.
Commemorate your Boilermaker experience with a personalized brick in the walkway of Boilermaker Square at Butler Park.
About Boilermaker Square at Butler Park
Located across from the F.X. Matt Brewery and the Saranac Post Race Party, you can find a miniature replica of the "Best 15K in the USA", constructed with inscribed brick pavers. Also included are 21 Utica landmarks located along the race course.
Be a Permanent Part of the Boilermaker
Join the Boilermaker Family by placing your personalized brick alongside the thousand plus supporters who have become an everlasting piece of Boilermaker history.
Your Commemorative Brick
Become a permanent part of Boilermaker Square. For just $30, you can have a personalized brick as a lasting token of your support.
Who Should Buy a Brick?
Anyone who wants to remember a runner, volunteer, spectator, loved one, or a special occasion.
How to Purchase
You can visit our online store to purchase a brick. Boilermaker Staff will follow up after your purchase with a PDF form to specify what you'd like on your brick.
For questions or more information please call (315) 731-3706 or email Lou Matrulli at lmatrulli@boilermaker.com. Bricks purchased by March 15th are installed prior to the race in July.