Boilermaker Road Race

The Boilermaker Road Race pulses with blue-collar pride in upstate New York. Runners navigate through Utica's diverse neighborhoods before finishing at the iconic F.X. Matt Brewery. July's summer heat creates a serious challenge as participants experience both industrial areas and residential streets lined with sprinklers and supportive locals. The challenging course features notorious hills that test even elite athletes. New York spectators create an atmosphere of genuine community support for this beloved regional tradition. This iconic race captures Utica's distinctive character—industrially challenged yet community strong—offering a quintessential American small-city running experience capped with the legendary post-race party featuring the brewery's finest offerings.