The Albany IceBreaker Challenge 5K

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

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.

👕 Souvenir T-Shirts & Prizes

• Souvenir T-shirt: The first 250 registrants will receive a souvenir t-shirt.
• Prizes: Local vendor prizes for all race category winners!

🕘 Schedule of Events

• Registration Opens: 8:00 a.m.
• Kids Run Starts: 9:30 a.m.
• 5K Starts: 10:00 a.m.

📍 Packet Pick-Up & Registration

Packet pick-up and last-chance registration will be Friday, March 27 from 4-7 p.m., most likely at Common Roots Albany Outpost, or on race day beginning at 8:00 a.m.

🚗 Parking Information

Parking is available at the Corning Preserve Boat Launch. If the boat launch lot fills, parking attendants will direct you to an overflow lot.

🤝 Sponsorship Opportunities

RACE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE! Contact us for more information. Sponsorship deadline is Friday, March 6.

🔗 Race Details

For more information, visit the race website: IceBreaker Challenge Race Page.