The run takes place in the shadow of the NY State Capitol and City Hall in the heart of downtown Albany. The venue features a spacious start and a gradual downhill finish surrounded by beautiful urban parks and beautiful New York State architecture.

Join the fun at the annual Capital Kids 3K Run! This 1.86-mile road race is designed to promote an active, healthy lifestyle for youth girls and boys ages 7-14. It begins on Washington Avenue in Downtown Albany.

The Kids’ Run is a series of free mini road races, ranging in distance from 50 meters to 1 mile. The Kids’ Run is open to children between 3 and 11 years of age. There will be plenty of entertainment to keep kids occupied.

Over 10,000 people will attend our annual free Health and Fitness EXPO at The Armory at Russell Sage College on New Scotland Road. The Expo offers family-friendly health & fitness products, activities & information.

This year we celebrate 44 years of women’s running, health & wellness in downtown Albany. Join us as we gather together for another fantastic celebration of running and fitness for all ages.

The Training Challenge prepares you to run in the Run for Women 5K. We offer a beginner program for those who are new to running (walk, run/walk or run/walk transitioning to run) as well as intermediate and advanced opportunities for experienced runners.