Boilermaker Road Race

UPDATED BOILERMAKER 2026 INFORMATION (as of 9/26/25)!

REGISTRATION:

• Special Registration Periods: Special Boilermaker registration periods in 2025 for the 2026 Boilermaker have all been completed. Thank you to the over 3,730 folks who registered and took advantage of them!
• Priority Registration: Next up is another Priority Registration period which is scheduled to open at 10:00 AM on Monday, January 19, 2026, for a limited time.
• Eligibility: Anyone who registered for the 2025 Boilermaker is eligible to register for the 2026 event during this special registration period and will be receiving emails directly from the Boilermaker.
• Communication: The Boilermaker endeavors to communicate registration-based news via email, social media, and local traditional media outlets.

RACE CAPS:

• 15K Race: Race caps for the 15K race presented by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield will be announced prior to the opening of the Priority Registration period.
• 5K Race: Race caps for the 5K race presented by Utica National Insurance Group will also be announced prior to the Priority Registration period.

PRICING:

• Tiered Pricing: This is a tiered pricing event with limited capacities.
• Register Early: Register early to save money and secure your spot(s).

GENERAL RULES:

• Weather Policy: All Boilermaker events are held rain or shine.
• Prohibited Items: Walkers, animals, skateboards, in-line skates, roller skates, bicycles, and baby joggers/strollers are prohibited.
• No Deferrals or Refunds: There are no deferrals and no refunds available.
• Dropdowns: Dropdowns from the 15K to the 5K are limited (500 available) and are on a first come, first served basis.

PUBLIC HEALTH PROTOCOL:

• Health Guidelines: The Boilermaker will follow local & federal public health guidelines in place come race day.
• Updates: Please stay tuned to our email and social media communications for any potential updates.
• Agreement: By registering for this event, you agree to abide by the health and safety measures in effect at the time of the event.
• No Deferrals or Refunds: Per the Boilermaker’s policies, there are no deferrals or refunds.

RACE SAFETY:

• Course Restrictions: The course is restricted to registered athletes and official race personnel.
• Headphones: We strongly discourage the use of headphones in both ears for your safety as well as the safety of others.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

For more details, visit the official race page: Boilermaker Road Race.