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1812 Challenge Weekend 2026 Results: Heat, Heart, History, and a Whole Lot of Finish-Line Grit

1812 Challenge Weekend 2026 Results: Heat, Heart, History, and a Whole Lot of Finish-Line Grit

1812 Challenge Weekend 2026 Recap

The 2026 1812 Challenge Weekend brought runners, walkers, families, volunteers, music, lake views, battlefield miles, and a whole lot of finish-line grit back to Sackets Harbor, New York.

Race Results, Photos, and Weekend Highlights

Explore the official RunSignUp results, photo galleries from the 5K, 5 Mile, Half Marathon, and 18.12 Challenge, plus standout performances, multi-race finishers, and local highlights from the weekend.

More Than a Race Weekend

From kids handing out water and running participants into the finish line to first-time 5K finishers and traveling race groups, this year’s 1812 Challenge Weekend showed why community events matter.

Thank You to the 1812 Community

Thank you to every participant, volunteer, sponsor, public safety partner, local resident, and supporter who helped make the 2026 1812 Challenge Weekend feel welcoming, meaningful, and real.

Looking Ahead to Next Year

We are already listening to participant feedback and making updates for next year, including clearer communication, improved website details, and an additional water station on course.



July 01, 2026 — Matthew Gawors
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Vestal XX 2026 Photo Gallery: Southern Tier’s Classic 20K Road Race

Vestal XX 2026 Photo Gallery: Southern Tier’s Classic 20K Road Race

The 2026 Alan Jones Vestal XX brought runners back to the hills of Vestal for one of the Southern Tier’s most historic and challenging road races. Browse the photo gallery, celebrate the finishers, and see highlights from this year’s 20K and 2-person relay.

June 23, 2026 — Matthew Gawors
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Families celebrating Mother’s Day with youth running at the Healthy Kids Running Series.

Healthy Kids Running Series Week 4: A Mother’s Day Celebration of Family, Finish Lines & Young Runners

Week 4 of the Healthy Kids Running Series took place on Mother’s Day, making the morning even more special. Families gathered to cheer on young runners, celebrate movement, and enjoy a race day filled with smiles, encouragement, and plenty of proud moms at the starting line and finish line.

May 10, 2026 — Matthew Gawors
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group of students from Binghamton University’s HWS 222 Marathon Training class poses together outside the West Gym before their semester-end half marathon, bundled up for the chilly weather and ready to celebrate their months of preparation and hard work

Running Towards Wellness: Binghamton University’s Marathon Training Journey

Each fall, students at Binghamton University take on an extraordinary challenge through the Marathon Training course (HWS 222). This unique two-credit class blends rigorous physical training with wellness education, culminating in a semester-end half marathon through the scenic South Side of Binghamton. Under the guidance of instructor Matthew Gawors, participants not only enhance their endurance and fitness but also develop lifelong habits for health and resilience. The journey concludes with a celebratory run starting and ending at the West Gym, showcasing the dedication and achievements of these future wellness leaders.
December 12, 2024 — Matthew Gawors
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Tim Limer running in the Binghamton Bridge Run as part of the Early Air Running Club

Binghamton Bridge Run: Rain | Photos & Results

The Greater Binghamton Bridge Run showcased a vibrant representation from various running clubs, each contributing to the community spirit of the event. Clubs such as Synergy Athletics, Newbsanity, and the Binghamton University Running Club brought together athletes like Carly Fernald and Marie Collin, who achieved notable finish times of 1:33:49.81 and 1:41:32.79, respectively. Other clubs like BAE Systems Run Club and Visions Federal Credit Union Wellness Program also had strong showings with participants like Bob Kuchera and Tim Strong. The event was not only a test of endurance but also a celebration of communal support and sportsmanship, highlighting the impact of these clubs on fostering a cohesive and supportive running community in Binghamton.
May 06, 2024 — Matthew Gawors
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