Sitrin Riggie Run
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Sitrin Riggie Run & Walk
The Sitrin Riggie Run & Walk is an annual fundraiser for Sitrin Health Care Center’s Military Program, which provides complimentary care to post-9/11 veterans and service members with post-traumatic stress, suicidal ideation, traumatic brain injury, depression, and other combat-related conditions. The program also runs a Military Civilian Coalition offering social and athletic activities such as retreats, TRX suspension training, golf, fly fishing, gardening, yoga, biking, and therapeutic hand drumming.
The event takes place on October 11, 2026, at the SUNY Polytechnic Institute campus and combines road races with a food festival called Riggiefest. Distances include:
- 5K Run 3.1 Miles
- 2 Mile Walk 2 Miles
- Kids 1 Mile Run 1 Mile
The 5K Run and 5K Wheelchair Race offer an optional Riggie Challenge that requires participants to consume one bowl of chicken riggies at the halfway point; a traditional 5K division is offered for those not participating in the challenge. Chip timing will be used for the 5K Run and Wheelchair Race. Prizes will be awarded to winners of each age division. Riggiefest, held in the Wildcat Field House, features local restaurants showcasing their versions of chicken riggies; paid participants may taste entries at no additional cost and cast a vote. Community admission fees are listed by age. Packet pickup is available at The Sneaker Store, 24 Genesee Street, New Hartford. No refunds are offered. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
