Revenge of the Red Baron Half Marathon and 5K

🏃‍♂️ The Race Overview

The Red Baron is back…and he’s out for REVENGE!

The 43rd running of the Red Baron provides the option of running a half marathon or a 5K. Discounts are available for current SUNY Corning Community College students (more info on that coming soon). Special 5K pricing is available for all participants age 18 and under.

This locally beloved race returns after a year off and features a brand new 1/2 marathon and 5K course designed by an angry Red Baron. This event is PERFECT for anyone who is looking for a uniquely challenging road race and the opportunity to test your mettle against the vengeful Red Baron!

You must be able to complete the half marathon in 4 hours.

📅 Date and Time

WHEN: Sunday, November 2, 2025. The race starts promptly at 11:00 AM.

📍 Location

WHERE: Start and finish at Corning Community College, 1 Academic Drive, Corning, NY 14830. Refer to the course map for details including aid station and porta-potty locations. Bib pick-up and the post-race celebration will be in the Commons at SUNY Corning Community College.

📝 Registration

• Online Registration: Opens on June 30 at 8:00 AM.
• Early Bird Pricing: Special early bird half marathon pricing for the first 2 weeks for anyone brave enough to take on the challenge without seeing the course!
• Registration Closes: Online registration CLOSES at midnight, October 31.
• Same Day Registration: Available before the race.

📦 Packet Pickup

PACKET PICKUP/ONSITE REGISTRATION: Packet pick up and on the spot registration will be from 8:30 - 10:45, November 2 in the Commons of Corning Community College.

🏆 Awards

AWARDS: Top overall winners in the Half Marathon and 5K for Male and Female, as well as 1st place in each age group category. There will be an in-person Awards Ceremony in the Commons at SUNY Corning Community College following each race.

🎖 Age Group Categories

AGE GROUP CATEGORIES: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.

🕒 Results

RESULTS: The event is chip timed and results will be available online the day of the race.

🎽 Swag

SWAG: All half marathon participants will receive a Revenge of the Red Baron hooded sweatshirt. 5K participants will have the option to purchase a short sleeve running shirt and/or a hooded sweatshirt.

🥇 Finisher’s Medal

FINISHER’S MEDAL: All finishers receive a custom finisher’s medal.

🎉 Post Race Celebration

POST RACE: The post-race celebration will take place at Corning Community College. Food will be provided, and there will be vegetarian options.

🅿️ Parking

PARKING: Parking will be available in the Corning Community College parking lots.

There are no deferrals, refunds, or credits for other STRC events.

🔗 For More Information

Visit the official race page: Revenge of the Red Baron Half Marathon and 5K.