1812 Challenge Weekend
Sat, Jun 27, 2026, 11:30 AM EDT
- Type
- Run
Sign up and verify details on the organizer's official page.
Race feel
A multi-day event offering four distances and unique challenge combinations, perfect for runners seeking an extra push and a fun weekend.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
Fun
Competitive
QuirkyThe 1812 Challenge Weekend invites runners to Sackets Harbor, NY, for a multi-day event celebrating over a decade of unique racing. Choose from four individual distances, including a 5K, 5 Mile, Half Marathon, and the signature 18.12 Challenge. For those seeking an extra push, combine races into one of four distinct challenges like the Patriot or Freedom Challenge, earning an additional medal or pin to commemorate your achievement. It's designed for a weekend of fun, whether you run solo or with a group.
What to expect
- Run one of four distinct distances over a weekend.
- Combine races into a Patriot, Victory, Liberty, or Freedom Challenge.
From the organizer
The 1812 Challenge Weekend continues! Join us in celebrating over a decade of The Challenge with a new exciting race and two new challenges, and a weekend of fun for yourself, your group, or the whole family!
Choose from FOUR distances, with a 5K and 5 Mile race starting and ending at the Brewery on Saturday. Then join us on Sunday for the 18.12 Challenge and Half Marathon you know and love!
Looking for an extra challenge? Register to participate in the Patriot Challenge (5K and Half Marathon) or the Victory Challenge (5K + 18.12 Challenge) or the Liberty Challenge (5K + 5M) or the Freedom Challenge (5K + 5M + 18.12 (26.22 total, marathon-equivalent) ! Finishers of these challenges will receive an additional medal or pin to commemorate your achievement.
PACKET PICKUP FOR ALL RACES
Friday, June 26th
Location: Confluence Running North Country (1035 Arsenal St, Watertown)
10 am - 6 pm
Saturday, June 27th
Location: 1812 Brewing Company
11:30 - 3 pm (look for the Confluence Running Tent)
Sunday, June 28th
Location: Sackets Harbor Battlefield
6:30 - 7:30 am (look for the Confluence Tent)
5K Course Map https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2612416?units=miles
Half Marathon Course https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1930617?units=km
1812 Challenge Course https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1947481?units=km
