Fleet Feet ROC XC Summer Training Series presented by Saucony

The Mendon Mile - The Fastest Mile in the Park

July 31st, 2026

See Start Times Below Based on Pace

Hopkins Point Lodge, Mendon Ponds Park, Mendon, NY

Let's kickoff the weekend with this summer July night race with your fastest mile on the roads, at a great park, followed by a party to celebrate your accomplishment!

Races will be run on the road in heats based on projected finish time. First race starts at 6:00 pm. Each heat will be made up of runners of similar ability based on projected finish times making for close and exciting racing. All genders will race together within a heat.

What's included

• Entry into the Fastest Mile in the Park

• Professional RFID Timing

• Awards to top finishers in each heat

• Post Race Party right next to the Finish Line

• Saucony shoe demo's available at event site

• Saucony Discount Voucher valid at Fleet Feet Rochester and Fleet Feet Buffalo

• Shirts available for purchase by July 5th

September is National Recovery Awareness Month.

ROCovery Annual Run/Walk and X-Challenge is a celebration of fitness and recovery, and an important fundraiser for this life saving organization—and again this year, it is both in-person and virtual so you can run and enter your results from anywhere in the world all month long! Run, walk, or just join our virtual community for the fun updates, posts and pictures!

In just over 10 years, ROCovery has engaged more than 11,000 individuals in recovery from alcohol and substance use disorder. We provide a safe place for recovery of both mind and body, helping people rebuild their lives and rediscover their inner strength and confidence through adventure, fun, and sober social connection.

This event celebrates the hope we find in recovery, and remembers loved ones who have been lost to the disease of addiction. Whether you are running for yourself, for someone you love, or for someone you've lost, we hope you will run (or walk!) for ROCovery!

If you are a person in recovery who is in need of financial assistance to sign up for the event please email us at [email protected] and we will discreetly scholarship you for your entry fee.

All runners and walkers will receive a swag bag with a custom bib and race *t-shirt! (*while supplies last)

Sign up before 6/28/26 for the early bird registration price! All memorial signs must be ordered by 9/5/26. Kids 10 and under are just $10 registration fee. We can't wait to see you at the event!

Help us get the word out about our event by sharing on your social media feeds!

Race Packet Pick-up Days & Times:

• Thursday, 9/10, 4pm to 7pm, at ROCovery

• Friday, 9/11, 9am to 12pm, at ROCovery

• Saturday, 9/12, 9am to 12pm, at ROCovery

• Sunday, 9/13, starting at 8:30am to 9:45am, at Mendon

WHEN: Saturday, September 26th, 2026 - 8:00 AM start

WHERE: Race start/finish will be on MCC campus roads. USATF Course Certified NY22018DNP

Parking, registration & post-race refreshments will be at Faith Bible Church

COST: $25 till September 25th, $30 on race day

AWARDS: CASH to top 3 overall males & females $150/$100/$50

Gold/silver/bronze medals in each age group:

Male: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79 and 80 & over.

Female: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-79 and 80 & over.

T-SHIRT OR Cool-Max Socks: Register by September 1st to guarantee your size (non-gender specific)

PACKET PICKUP: Friday, September 25th, 5-7 pm, at Faith Bible Church, 1095 E. Henrietta Rd or Race Day, 7:00-7:50 am, at Faith Bible Church

PARKING: At Faith Bible Church only - NO PARKING allowed at MCC

POST-RACE FOOD & REFRESHMENTS: Pancake casserole, Chobani yogurt, bagels, bananas, salty snacks, water, coffee

We'll be bringing back this this spooky 5K to the Rochester area. The Rochester Boos & Brews 5K will be heading to Mendon, NY for 2026. The 5K will take place on the Lehigh Valley Trail.

Costumes are not required but highly recommended. We will have a costume contest to go along with the Overall Winners and Age Group Winners! This is truly an event where fun and run collide to make ONE!

This event will be a proud partner with David's Refuge (Rochester) as they raise funds to provide respite, resources and support to parents and guardians of children with special needs or life threatening medical conditions where they will be refreshed, restored and renewed in their role as caregivers.

Post race party to enjoy the "Brew" at the Cottage Hotel Restaurant.

Honoring comfort, dignity, and love.

The 1st annual “Run to Remember” will be a community-based 5K run/walk dedicated to raising funds and awareness for hospice care in the greater Rochester area. This event will provide individuals and families a meaningful way to honor loved ones who have received hospice services, while reinforcing the mission of compassionate, end-of-life care.

Join us on race day to:

• Honor loved ones who have received hospice care.

• Raise funds to expand and sustain hospice services and support programs.

• Increase awareness of the value, availability, and dignity of hospice care.

• Build a network of community support, healing, and shared experience.