Join thousands of your fellow herd members in Syracuse's favorite spring tradition, The Mountain Goat 10 Miler. Presented by Upstate Orthopedics, we’ve been conquering the steepest hills of Syracuse for 48 years—bringing our incredible community together to prove we are truly the GOAT (Greatest Race Of All Time!). Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just a little kid at heart, we have events for all ages and skill levels. No need to butt heads over the challenge; our course is packed with spectacular views, energetic spectators, and live entertainment to keep you hoofing it to the finish line. And you definitely won’t want to skip out on our epic Post-Race party—it’s going to be absolutely baaa-rilliant! Don’t graze on the sidelines. Sign up to run or volunteer for this ultimate bucket-list event today!

Typical conditions

For events around April 2027 in Syracuse, NY, United States: Typical spring conditions in this region — mornings can still be cool; confirm start-time guidance on the official page.

How to prepare

Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.

Beginner's guide to your first 5K