Boilermaker Road Race - Utica, New York - Running

The Boilermaker Road Race is a Running race in Utica, New York consisting of a 15K and 5K.

The Boilermaker 15K presented by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield is the premier event of Boilermaker Weekend. This world-renowned race is often referred to as the country's best 15K. The Boilermaker 15K is recognized for its entertaining yet challenging course and racing's best post-race party, hosted by the F.X. Matt Brewing Company, featuring Saranac beer and a live concert!

With plenty of water supports, strong attention to medical detail, and crowd support like no other race, the Boilermaker 15K is an event worth training and traveling for and should be on every runner's must-do list.

The course is 15 kilometers (9.3 miles) USATF recertified in 2012. The course is marked in kilometers and miles with over twenty official water and aid stations. Streets are closed to traffic for 2 hours 30 minutes and splits are given every mile and at 5K and 10K markers.

If you would like to experience a Boilermaker race without committing to a 15K, the 5K presented by Utica National is for you. Runners in the 5K event get to run the last 5 kilometers of the Boilermaker course and finish at the F.X. Matt Brewing Company where the post race party begins!

The course is 5 kilometers (3.1 miles). Water stops will be available along the course. Runners must cross the finish line within a 45 minute timeframe.