Upstate Classic
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Upstate Classic : event details
The Upstate Classic is produced by ARE Event Productions and the Albany Running Exchange. The 2025 edition is scheduled for Sunday, November 16, 2025, at the Altamont Fairgrounds, 129 A Grand Street, Altamont, NY 12009. The event offers these race distances:
- 5K
- 13.1M (Half Marathon)
- Kids races: Half Mile and One Mile (approximate; one lap and two laps of the fairgrounds track)
Entry fees are non-refundable unless registration insurance is purchased at the time of registration. Deferrals are not permitted. Transfers are allowed through November 5 for a processing fee. Packet pick-up dates and locations will be posted in mid-fall. Event registration, merchandise pricing, and additional rules are set by the organizer.
Course, support, and awards
Both races start and finish near the Grandstand at the Altamont Fairgrounds. The Half Marathon is a USATF certified loop course (NY20006JG). The 5K is an out-and-back on Brandle Road that uses the first 1.55 miles of the longer course. The route crosses railroad tracks that are inactive on weekends.
Water stations and portable toilets are provided along the Half Marathon course; there is no on-course water for the 5K and participants are encouraged to carry their own hydration. The Half Marathon requires maintaining a 16:00 per mile pace to continue on course and has an overall course cut-off of 3:30. Top three male and female finishers in each race receive awards by gun time; age group awards are based on net time. Finishers of the Half Marathon receive medals. Kids race finishers receive ribbons and a post-race meal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.