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Saturday, October 31st, 2026
309 Alplaus Avenue, Alplaus NY
5K · 1 Mile
40–55°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
42–51°F
rain
2024
51–77°F
dry
2023
33–48°F
dry
2022
38–60°F
dry
2021
51–60°F
rain
2020
26–44°F
dry
2019
56–67°F
rain
2018
31–57°F
dry
2017
40–51°F
dry
2016
37–48°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Oct 31
Sunny · 36–54°F
Saturday, Oct 31starts near 36°F · 0% chance of rain · wind up to 8 mph
About this race
Join us for the Annual Alplaus Runaround & Community Event, one of the longest-running road races in New York's Capital Region! This beloved community tradition brings together children, families, friends, walkers, and runners of all ages from Alplaus and the surrounding communities for a fun and memorable day.
The event features a One-Mile Fun Run for participants of all ages and a fast, runner-friendly 5K through the scenic hamlet of Alplaus. The paved course is predominantly flat with several gentle downhill sections, making it a great opportunity to set a personal best or enjoy your first 5K.
The Alplaus Runaround 5K course is USATF-certified.
Course Map – 5K:
https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1VGo-c9eQTSv5foDb9dQg3PYBn4M1830&ll=42.86011000605177%2C-73.90257947741539&z=14
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