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River Run for the Roots
River Run for the Roots is a 5K event held in South Glens Falls, New York. It was last held on October 3, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- South Glens Falls, NY
Race details
- Last held
- October 3, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- South Glens Falls, New York
- Distances
- 5K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
About the River Run for the Roots
The River Run for the Roots is an annual 5K run/walk from the Common Roots Brewery to benefit its nonprofit, the Common Roots Foundation. This looped course starts and finishes in the Park & Ride lot behind Common Roots at 58 Saratoga Ave., South Glens Falls, NY. The scenic course winds through the village of South Glens Falls, including the Betar Byway along the Hudson River. About a half mile of the course ventures onto a gravel path (the SGF Beach Bikeway) while the rest is paved. As in past…
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River Run for the Roots: common questions
- When is the River Run for the Roots?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the River Run for the Roots held?
- In South Glens Falls, New York.
- What distances does the River Run for the Roots offer?
- 5K.
- How do I register for the River Run for the Roots?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the River Run for the Roots?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open. $40 (from runsignup.com, checked September 22, 2026).
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