The Mills Miles

Register today for the 7th Annual PEF 5k!!!

The Penfield Education Foundation (PEF) is excited to be hosting the sixth (6th) annual PEF 5K with the support of our Premier Sponsor, Family First Credit Union. This race/walk will start and end at the Penfield High School track on Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 9am. This community 5K race/walk is intended to provide a morning of healthy exercise while supporting the Penfield Education Foundation (PEF).

• Register by April 3rd to receive a short sleeved technical t-shirt.

• UPDATED Packet pick-up will take place from 9am - 11am on Saturday, April 18th at Family First at 2520 Browncroft Blvd.

FREE Children’s races will follow the running of the 5K

Children 12 and under are welcome to meet us on the track after the 5k! We'll set the clock for 5 minutes, and the kids can run/walk as many laps as they can in those five minutes.

The primary goal of PEF is to raise funds to provide grants for school programs that are not supported through the District’s own budget and to support the awarding of scholarships to further the education of Penfield Central School District students. The PEF 5K is the main fundraiser to support these grants and scholarships.

The 2026 Rochester River Run Returns to Genesee Valley Park on Sunday, April 19!

You can run or walk in-person or participate virtually from any location you choose. Simply pre-register for your preferred participation level using the options above.

Live 5K ~ 10:30am start

• Registration increases to $45 at 12:00 a.m. day-of race on Sunday, April 19.

• Day-of registrants are not guaranteed a race shirt!

(size quantities are limited to first come–first serve)

• Day-of race registration fees are payable via credit card only.

• Cash and checks will only be accepted for donations and merchandise.

• Children are welcome to attend this family-friendly event.

Remember to pre-register by 11:59 p.m. Saturday, April 18 to receive the pre-registration rate of $35!

Join us for C.U.R.E.’s Family-Friendly 5K & Fun Walk! We’ll kick off the day at MCC and hit the course together for a fun, feel-good event that brings our community together.

This is one of C.U.R.E.’s biggest and most loved fundraisers—especially among our C.U.R.E. Families! Whether you’re racing the 5K or enjoying a one-mile walk, you’ll be surrounded by encouragement, energy, and hopeful hearts every step of the way.

As C.U.R.E. celebrates 50 years of supporting local Families affected by childhood cancer and blood disorders ,we invite participants to help carry that legacy forward by fundraising. Every dollar raised stays local and provides critical support to Families when they need it most. Plus, the more you fundraise, the bigger the prizes! Check out this year’s incentives under the C.U.R.E. Champion tab.

Post run/walk, we invite you to join us for the Post-Race Celebration right across the street for games, music and more! Location: 103 White Spruce Blvd. Rochester, NY 14623

Day of Timeline:

8a: Walk-In Registration Opens for Walkers & Runners

9a: Kickoff for Runners!

9:10a: Kickoff for Walkers!

9:30a: Post-Race Celebration begins!

Run our Trails Series:

Run our Trails will be the the LAST Tuesday of every month (April - September) We will be reserving the rotating parks in Mendon Ponds Park for restroom access. The plan is to run the various trails around Mendon Ponds Park, each month will be a different trail with a slightly different distance as well.

When:

Race 1 - April 28 Hopkins Point

Race 2 - May 26 West Lodge

Race 3 - June 30 Canfieldwoods

Race 4 - July 28 Calvary House

Race 5 - August 25 Lookout Shelter

Race 6 - September 29 Hopkins Point

Where: Hopkins Point

Time: 6:15pm - Each Month

Cost: $100 - Series OR $25.00 per race

(Kids/Young adults under 18 years of age are $50.00 or $11.00 per race)

Distance:

April - 3ish Miles

May - 4ish Miles

June - 5ish Miles

July - 5ish Miles

August - 4ish Miles

September - 3ish Miles

Vibe: Low frills, everyone encouraging each other to do their best. Fast times, slow times... lets make some memories. People of all speeds and abilities are welcome and encouraged.

What you get: Officially timed race, live results, series leaderboard, a chance for prizes for each race. Each month you run you are entered into the series race page to see how your time stacks up throughout the entire series

Post Race:

Beer for 21+, soft drinks and water for all

Pizza for all

Results will be uploaded online following the race.

Parking: Various Lodges within Mendon Ponds Park

Bathrooms: Will be open within the Park

Series Runners SWAG: First 90 who Sign up will get a Run Our Trails shoe bag! Limited edition. Most likely will increase in value and will be worth millions on eBay in 10-15 years.

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grab a discount

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an RRC gift card! Your choice.

Packet Pickup: Packet Pickup for ALL RACES

Monday Prior to Race Day: 12-6 at Rochester Running Company

Tuesday DAY OF RACE: 11- 3 at Rochester Running Company (hard cut off at 3PM) and 5:30 - 6:00 PM at the course

Run our River: Sign Up

Join us on the SECOND Tuesday of every month for a 5K race along the river. The course will remain the same throughout the summer so you'll get the chance to compare your progress throughout the year.

The 2026 Fairlife Lilac Run 5K & 10K presented by Fleet Feet will take place on the FINAL day of the Lilac Festival at Highland Park. Both in-person and virtual race experiences will be offered! Join us for the 47th annual race on Sunday, May 17th for the in person Fairlife Lilac Run 5K, 10K presented by Fleet Feet and Tim Hortons Timbits Trot! Choose to run or walk in one, two (Double Dash) or all three events (Double Dash + Tim Hortons Timbits Trot)! If you register for the Double Dash and participate in both the 5K & 10K you will get receive a Lilac item and a custom medal slider. Register by April 30th to be guaranteed a t-shirt!

Time:

• 5K begins at 8:00AM (all 5K participants need to be done by 9:20AM)

• 10K begins at 9:30AM (all 10K participants need to be done by 11:20AM)

• Tim Hortons Timbits Trot begins at 11:30AM

Location:

• Highland Park - the site of the Lilac Festival

Packet Pick Up Details:

• Location: Fleet Feet @ The Armory - 155 Culver Road Rochester 14620

• Times: Thursday May, 14 from 10am-7pm, Friday, May 15 from 10am - 7pm and Saturday, May 16 from 10am - 4pm.

Awards:

Male & Female Overall Winners in the 5K & 10K will win a pair of Karhu shoes to be redeemed at Fleet Feet

Age Group Awards will be given in the following age increments: 14 and under, 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+

• 1st place will win a pair of Goodr sunglasses

• 2nd and 3rd place a store voucher to Fleet Feet

Post party will include music, post race food including chocolate milk provided by Fairlife! Treat your body after the fun with FREE Normatec recovery sessions available provided by Fleet Feet.

Keep the celebration going Monday after the race, May 18th, with Medal Monday at Fleet Feet the Armory from 11am - 6pm . Stop in to get your medal engraved with your finish line time for FREE! What a fun keepsake!

What is the Tim Hortons Timbits Trot? Who doesn't love donuts!?!? Participate in the trot which is a 1 mile fun run down Highland Ave. Run a half mile, get Tim Hortons timbits and run back. The perfect fun run to do with the family!

Training Program: Train for success with Fleet Feet! Their experienced coach will guide you through every step along the way with the support and camaraderie of Fleet Feet! Choose from:

• Lilac 5k - This program is perfect for those who already can run 1-3 miles without stopping but want to get stronger for race day,

• Lilac 10k - This program is perfect for those who already run 4-8 miles without stopping but want to improve their Lilac 10k performance

Learn more and how to register here! Program begins March 25th!

Camp Sunshine is the non-profit of choice this year. Consider a donation with your registration to support their fully accessible residential summer camp that has met the needs of children and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and city youth for over 100 years.