Races

An indoor spinning event, Pedaling 4 Paige is a great way to put your physical, mental and emotional energy towards something much bigger: Raise funds to fight pediatric cancer in Central New York! Pedaling 4 Paige will have a virtual event option and live event option. There will only be 25 bikes available for each live session at Elevate Fitness in Liverpool. Register online to spin for 1 hour in honor of children and families who have been touched by a diagnosis of pediatric cancer and other blood disorders. Participants can register for one or up to all three 1 hour sessions led by a cycling instructor.   ***There is a $50 minimum fundraising goal for every hour that you spin***   ***New location in 2026***  Elevate Fitness in Liverpool 7455 Morgan Rd. Liverpool NY 13090   Proceeds from the event benefit the Dr. William J. Waters Center for Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital, Syracuse, New York.

The TACP Memorial 5K run/walk/ruck event to honor the fallen United States Air Force Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) Airmen.  All proceeds from this event go to the TACP Foundation, a 501(c)(3), non-profit charitable foundation that directly supporting TACP community engagement, operator engagement, resilience and restoration, and keeping the memory alive for all of our fallen brothers.  The event will start at the Sawmill Creek certified 5K route along Onondaga Lake.  Come run, walk, or ruck to remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice.  All are welcome to participate, including your favorite four-legged, fury friends.  Participants can opt for official timing on the certified course, or just run for fun.

This 5k run/walk will be fundraising to support Empower Parkinson Inc, a local organization that hosts events for members in the community who are diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. It will be a flat out-and-back course to total 3.1 miles. This is the third annual race to benefit Empower Parkinson Inc. Last year we had over 350 participants and raised over $23,000. Help us to join the fight back against Parkinson's Disease. https://empowerparkinson.org/

You're invited to Advocates' 8th Annual Stroll & Roll 5K on Saturday, May 16th! ·       Check-In: 9:30 am | Race start: 10:00 am ·       Location: Onondaga Lake Park-  Willow Bay Park (Saw Mill Pavilion) 3858 Long Branch Road Liverpool, NY 13090 This accessible 5K invites people of all ages and abilities to run, walk, stroll, or roll through the Onondaga Lake's beautiful course.  All participants receive: ·       A commemorative race medal ·       A picnic lunch immediately following the race (hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, cookies, and beverages)   Bring your family, friends, and coworkers — form a team or join as an individual. Register by April 1st for the early-bird rate of $30. Registration is $35 after April 1st. All proceeds support children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Together, every mile makes a difference! *If you register for our virtual race, we will mail your bib, swag and race medal to the address listed in your registration.

On April 24, 2021, William "Bill" Scott Jr., passed away suddenly. At the time of passing, Bill was the President of the Syracuse Teachers Association (STA) representing approximately 3,000 Syracuse City School District staff and 20,000 students. Prior to his presidency, Bill spent 10 years as a school social worker and 5 years as the 4th Vice President of STA. Throughout all the stages of his career, Bill worked tirelessly to advocate for his colleagues, students, and their families and he was a fierce advocate for all! In 2022, we hosted our inaugural Bill Scott Memorial 5K Walk/Run at Burnet Park, a place where Bill frequented for his own running. Through this race, monies have been raised to be put towards a scholarship for a Syracuse City School District senior who planned to major in Social Work or the Human Service Profession. We will continue honoring Bill's memory and legacy by hosting our 5th annual race on Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 9 AM. This year our race will be

The Pride 5k, formerly known as the CNY Gay 5K, will be held on June 6, 2026. The new name is inclusive of everyone in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer communities, and our Allies. 100% of the proceeds from the Pride 5k stay in our local community.  Funds raised go to SAGE Upstate programs which reduce isolation and improve health for older LGBTQ people.   Online Registration March 1 - March 15: Early Bird Discount, $30 March 16 - June 5: $35 Kids 12 and under: $15 Must be registered by May 18 to guarantee a t-shirt Virtual Registration: $45 includes postage for mailing t-shirts. You can also register as a group Race Day Registration Registration will be available on race day between 7:30 and 8:30am, $40

The Syracuse WorkForce Run is offering the opportunity for your company to come together for fitness and fun!   Is Your Company Ready?

Join us for the First Annual Syracuse Adult & Teen Challenge: Run/Walk for Recovery Date: Saturday, June 13th, 2026 Location: Onondaga Lake Park (Saw Mill Creek Pavilion - Located near Willow Bay Park at 3858 Long Branch Road Syracuse, NY, 13090) Registration Fee: $35 New York Adult & Teen Challenge is a Christian residential discipleship program dedicated to helping individuals break free from life-controlling issues, including addiction, anxiety, and depression. Our mission is to see lives transformed through Christ as individuals begin to KNOW Christ, GROW in Christ, SERVE Christ, and SHARE what Christ has done for them. With centers in Syracuse (Men and Women), Rochester, Buffalo, and Long Island officially opened back up, we are committed to providing hope and healing. However, our program is not supported by insurance or government funding—we rely entirely on the generosity of our community and fundraising events like our annual 5K Run/Walk for Recovery. This event is mor

The New York Paddle Champs is an exciting event that brings together racers from all regions to compete for a coveted State Champion Jacket, title of Best Paddling Region in New York, and $5000 in cash and prizes! Organized by passionate and motivated members of the New York paddesport community, this championship event promises a thrilling day of racing on (mostly) flat water. Race participation is not limited to NY based athletes. Anyone can enter and compete for the win in their division, plus cash and swag.There is no additional charge to register for the second race if you choose to race in both the morning and afternoon. This allows paddlers to compete in multiple disciplines to get the full experience, at a reasonable price. A discount will be applied at checkout.PrizesThe event offers a range of competitive categories for participants, and a State Champion Jacket will be presented to the top performers in each category (men's/woman's/mixed), plus cash, and prizes for se

FREEDOM, FITNESS, And FUN !!!    Lace up the running shoes and come join us for the 3rd Annual Fun Freedom Eagle Run on July 5th, 2026 (Sunday), in Syracuse at Onondaga Lake! Beastmode Running is partnering up with Team RWB. Team RWB is a community of veterans, service members, military families, and supporters, united by teamwork, shared values, and a common goal. Their goal is to help veterans lead healthier lives through fitness events, training, and programs.   Syracuse Freedom Eagle Results: 2025 Syracuse Freedom Eagle Results2024 Syracuse Freedom Eagle Results   Syracuse Freedom Eagle Photos: 2025 Syracuse Freedom Eagle Photos 2024 Syracuse Freedom Eagle Photos

Run or Walk The Chocolate Challenge If you like a refreshing morning run followed by delicious chocolate treats, then this event is for you.  The Chocolate Challenge is a charity race that supports Kelleigh's Cause, an organization created to raise funds for Arteriovenous Malformations (AVM) and rare disease research. This charity focuses on community involvement. Our goal is to hold a community wide event while raising critical funds for necessary medical research and public education. All runners will receive a shirt, medal, and post race chocolate!  Share with us your pictures and videos on social media by tagging @ChocolateChallengeRace on Facebook or by using #ChocolateChallenge or #KelleighsCause

Register today for the 16th Annual Remembrance 5K Run/Walk for HOPE!   Join us as we come together to remember and celebrate our loved ones who have passed away.  All proceeds from the event support HOPE For Bereaved’s mission to provide FREE peer grief support services to our community. Participants are invited to bring a picture of a loved one, that they would like to remember, to be displayed on the memory board the day of the race and later displayed in the HOPE office.   Registration is online only.  No paper or cash accepted.  All 5K runners and walkers will be timed!    PLEASE NOTE - TSHIRT CUT OFF IS 7/10.  Those registering after the cutoff date of 7/10 will not be guaranteed a t-shirt.   $30         4/1 - 5/31 $35         6/1 - 7/4 $40        7/5 - 8/1 $50        Day of Event   Packet Pickup:  Wednesday, 7/29 4-7pm @ HOPE For Bereaved (4500 Onondaga Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13219)   T-Shirt Memorial OpportunityRemember your loved one by having their name appear in the Memorial

Fun women's only event including a flat, fast, certified, scenic out-and-back paved course that is closed to traffic.  Prizes include: overall top 3, 5-year age groups, family teams, the Double Your Fun challenge, and door prizes.  Attractive shirt for all participants while supplies last. For best selection of souvenir shirt sizes, enter by July 31st.  Registration price increases as we get closer to the race day. Day of race entry fee (at the Willow Bay Race Site) is $45.  For further details, see below. Event Schedule:7:30 am Registration Opens at the Sawmill Creek Pavilion9:00 am START 5k Run & Fitness Walk for Women 10:15 am Random Prize Drawings begin10:30 am Awards Ceremony

SYRACUSE UGLY SWEATER 5K  November 28, 2026 Race Event start time 10:00am Come celebrate the transition from Thanksgiving to the Christmas season with a fun and festive Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K for runners and walkers. The 12th Annual Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K will once again be held at Onondaga Lake Park under the Lights on the Lake. All runners participating in the Ugly Sweater 5K run (either Team Santa or Team Grinch) will receive a custom long sleeve shirt and custom finisher medal. New for 2026 will be the addition of the Ugly Sweater 5K Yeti Walk. All of those participating in the rewarding 5K walk will receive a custom Winter Beanie and a finisher medal. Post race awards ceremony and party will be at the Cobblestone in Liverpool.  There will be awards for the Overall and Age Group winners as well as prizes for best in dress. All donations, both financial and in-kind will go to the Ainsley's Angels of Syracuse this year.