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Hotels, Travel & Parking

Coming to the Utica area for a Boilermaker event? You’re in luck! Utica sits in the Mohawk Valley in Central New York, which is easily accessible and full of great accommodations, restaurants, and activities for the whole family.

View information on local hotels, things to do, and parking below.

Hotels

Recommended Hotel in Utica, NY

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Utica (Official Flagship Hotel of the Boilermaker)

102 Lafayette Street
Utica, NY 13502
(315) 724-7829

Other Lodging Options

Delta Hotels by Marriott Utica
200 Genesee Street
Utica, NY 13502
(315) 797-8010

Home2 Suites by Hilton
119 N Genesee St
Utica, NY 13502
(315) 733-1000

Hampton Inn Utica
180 N. Genesee Street, #172
Utica, NY 13502
(315) 733-1200

Best Western Gateway
175 N. Genesee Street
Utica, NY 13502
(315) 732-4121

Days Inn by Wyndham
150 North Genesee Street
Utica, NY 13502
(315) 797-8743

Holiday Inn Express & Suites
23 Wells Avenue
Utica, NY 13502
(315) 724-2726

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Utica
71 N Genesee St
Utica, NY 13502
(315) 798-9600

For additional lodging options, visit Oneida County Tourism or the Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce.

Dining

While you’re in town, be sure to check out our local restaurants. Long known for outstanding Italian cuisine, the Utica/Rome area offers a host of great options for your dining pleasure. From unique entrées like “Chicken Riggies” and “Utica Greens” to baked delights like Half Moons, be sure to plan your dining experience while you’re here so you don’t miss a thing!

Restaurants

Carmella’s Cafe

8530 Seneca Turnpike
New Hartford, NY 13413
315-797-3350

Babes Macaroni Bar & Grill

80 N. Genessee Street
Utica, NY 13502
315-735-0777

Things To Do

Before and after the race, take in all the unique attractions the Mohawk Valley has to offer! From fun activities for children to stunning hikes and nature walks to historic sites, there is truly something for everyone.

Area Attractions and Events

Boilermaker Walk presented by Slocum-Dickson Medical Group
Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 11 a.m.

MVCC Utica
1101 Sherman Drive
Utica, NY 13501

F.X. Matt Brewing Company

830 Varick Street
Utica, NY 13502
800-765-6288

Utica Zoo

1 Utica Zoo Way
Utica, NY 13501
315-738-0472

NY Power Authority Energy Zone

35 Utica Zoo Way
Utica, NY 13501
315-792-8720

Parking

Where can I park for the Boilermaker 15K Race?

There is no special reserved parking, so check your options early!

Start Line Parking: There is some street parking near the start line in the area surrounding ECR International and near the finish line at the FX Matt Brewing Company. Space is limited to public streets.

Finish Line Parking: There are new parking options available for runners and spectators near the finish area. The map below highlights a parking garage and several lots that may have parking available on race morning. If parking in the garage, please be mindful not to park in spots designated for Mohawk Valley Health Systems staff.

Runners can then make their way to a shuttle bus to take them to the 15K start. Shuttles are available on the corner of State Street and Court Street and at the back of the Post-Race Party area on Whitesboro Street. For more details on 15K shuttle times and locations, please click here.

Parking options for the 15K race

Where can I park for the Boilermaker 5K Race?

Runners can use the west parking lot at ConMed on Chenango Road in Utica and then ride the shuttle to the 5K start or park at/around Murnane Field and walk to the start. Roads start closing at 5 a.m., so please plan accordingly, use parking spots, and avoid parking in no-parking zones.

Travel FAQ

Where Should I Be Dropped Off for the Boilermaker 5K?

We’ve joined forces with the New York State Department of Transportation to create a dedicated drop-off lane on Route 5/8/12 northbound to enable runners to be dropped off safely without disrupting the flow of traffic.

The map below illustrates the drop-off lane that will be available. The right lane of Route 5/8/12 north will be coned off; the left lane will be reserved for through traffic. Drivers dropping runners off will follow signage and pull into the right lane into the coned-off area. Once the runner exits the vehicle, the driver will continue to the end of the drop-off chute to rejoin traffic on Route 5/8/12.

Runners are encouraged to use the paved ramp to make their way to the start area.

As a part of this effort, all Burrstone Road exits will be closed.

5K Drop Off Lane Map

Where Should I Be Dropped Off for the 15K?

We’ve joined forces with the New York State Department of Transportation to create a dedicated drop-off lane on Route 5S eastbound to enable runners to be dropped off safely without disrupting the flow of traffic.

The map below illustrates the drop-off lane that will be available. The right lane of Route 5S east will be coned off; the left lane will be reserved for through traffic. Drivers dropping runners off will follow signage and pull into the right lane into the coned-off area. Once the runner exits the vehicle, the driver will continue to the end of the drop-off chute to rejoin traffic on Route 5S.

As a part of this effort, the Culver Ave. ramp off of Route 5S (both eastbound and westbound) will be closed. The Turner Street exit will also be closed to all vehicles except charter and shuttle buses. Drivers looking to turn around will need to continue down Route 5S east to the Dyke Road exit.

15K Drop Off Lane and Start Area Map

Who can use Boilermaker shuttles?

The Birnie Bus shuttles are for registered Boilermaker runners only. Spectators and volunteers cannot use shuttles.

What hotels are available?

We recommend our official Boilermaker race hotel, the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Utica at 102 Lafayette Street in Utica, New York. Call (315) 724-7829 for reservation information.

All nearby hotels are at least three miles from the Boilermaker start line. Both the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Utica and the Delta Hotels by Marriott Utica are approximately 0.3 miles from the Boilermaker finish and easily walkable. Shuttles are available to take runners from the finish area to the start.

Are there shuttles between the 5K and 15K Race starts?

No! If you have someone running the 5K race you must drop them off. The 5K Birnie Bus shuttle stop at ConMed is a great spot to drop the 5K runners and head to where you are going to park for the 15K race.

Can I take a shuttle to the start of the Boilermaker 15K?

Yes! Birnie Buses will transport runners from the finish area to the 15K Race start line from 6:00 AM to 7:00 AM. Arrive early for the shuttles. Don’t plan on taking the last shuttle to the start. Pick-up locations are: