June 27th and 28th 2026
Packet Pick up
Packet pick up will be the same for all races.
Friday June 26th - Packet pick up will be held at:
Confluence Running
1035 Arsenal St.
Watertown, NY 13601
Saturday, June 27th - Packet Pick up will be held outdoors at:
1812 Brewing Company
212 W Main St
Sackets Harbor, NY 13685
Exciting news! Our Saturday packet pick up will be in conjunction with a local Sackets Harbor live band event!
Live at the Bandstand’s fourth annual music festival, the “Generations of Sound Festival,” will take place on Saturday, June 27, from 3 to 9 pm at the Sackets Harbor Sentinel Bandstand. This free outdoor concert at Market Square Park will feature multiple headlining musicians, with food and beer trucks available.
The event is organized by Live at the Bandstand Inc., founded by Ingrid Cleveland Gori in memory of her father, John Cleveland, who previously ran the village’s Jazz Fest. The event is made possible with funds from Watertown Savings Bank, New York Air Brake, and a number of generous individuals in the community.
For updates, visit the event’s Facebook and Instagram pages.
1812 Brewing Co.
5K
June 27, 2026
🏃♀️🎉 GET READY TO RUN! 🎉🏃♂️
Join us for the 18.12 5K on June 27th at 3:00pm at the 18.12 Brewery! Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to get active, this event is for YOU!
Then Join us at the same starting line at 4:15PM for the 5 Miler.
Or do BOTH! Take on the Liberty Challenge. (5K+5Miler) 2 Races 1 Day.
🔥 What to Expect:
✅ A scenic 5K course 🏞️
✅ Race T-shirt & medal 🏅
✅ Music, food, and fun at the finish line 🎶🍔
✅ Awards for top finishers! 🏆
Grab your friends, lace up your sneakers, and let's hit the pavement together! 💪💨
📅 Register now! Spots are filling fast!
18.12 Challenge & Half Marathon
June 28, 2026
🎉🏃♂️ THE 1812 CHALLENGE WEEKEND RETURNS FOR 2026🏃♀️🎉
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of running, fun, and celebration as The 1812 Challenge Weekend continues into 2026! Make it bigger and better than ever, with a new distance and an epic experience for individuals, groups, and families alike!
🔥 What’s New?
✅ NEW 5 Miler right after the 5K. Kick off the weekend on Saturday, June 27, 2026, with a scenic 5K or 5 Miler starting and ending at 1812 Brewing Company – our amazing presenting sponsor!
✅ On Sunday, June 28, take on the 18.12 Challenge or the Half Marathon – the races you know and love!
🏅 Ready for More?
Double your challenge and earn extra bling!
🥇 Patriot Challenge – 5K + Half Marathon
🥇 Victory Challenge – 5K + 18.12 Challenge
🥇Militia Challenge - 5 Miler and Half Marathon
🥇Independence Challenge - 5 Miler and 1812
🥇Colonial Challenge - 5K, 5 Miler, and Half Marathon
🥇Freedom Challenge - 5K, 5 Miler, and 1812
🥇Liberty Challenge - 5K + 5 Miler
Finishers of these challenges will receive a special bonus medal to celebrate their achievement!
📅 Mark your calendars and register now – you won’t want to miss this!
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