Come out for the 45^th annual Cardiac Classic at Central Park on Thanksgiving morning - a Schenectady community tradition.

Choose your Participation Experience:

In-person Race - Join us on race day at Central Park, with event-day amenities and support.
Virtual Race - Complete your run on your own time, in any place, and you can still be part of the Cardiac Classic community.
Register by November 6 to have your shirt by race day!

Sponsorships are now open! Secure your participation early to maximize your visibility leading up to race day. View sponsorship opportunities and sign up online.

Schedule of Events:

8am: Wellness Walk (2 Miles)
9am: 5K Road Race
10am: Kids Fun Run (1 Mile)

Click here for course map

Cost:

In-person
$35 per 5K Runner
$25 per Wellness Walker
Kids Fun Run is Free

Virtual
$30 per Virtual 5K Runner

Shirts
Register by November 6 to have your shirt by race day!

Shirt design shown is a digital mockup for illustrative purposes. Final shirt colors, placement, and design details may vary slightly.

5k Training Resources:

Runners World
Run Disney
Garmin Connect Users

Packet Pickup:

Come back soon for more details! 

Clothing Drive!
Donations of shirts, pants, jackets, socks, and undergarments ensure our patients can return home with comfort and dignity. Help our neighbors in need by bringing new clothing with tags to the race or click here to donate online.

FAQs
"Are strollers allowed?" - On the 2 mile Wellness Walk only. No wheeled apparatuses are permitted on the 5k run.
"Are dogs allowed?" - On the 2 mile Wellness Walk only. Please be sure to clean up after your pup - thanks!