Rochester Half Marathon

Dirt Cheap Trail Races

Since 2008, join us for this super-cool, mid-week, low-key, fun trail race highlighting different parks around Monroe County!

Dirt Cheap Trail Race was a brainchild of ours in 2008 right after the stock market crash. People were in tricky spots financially and we wanted to provide an economical avenue for people to enjoy a unique event in our parks while running or walking. Dirt Cheap has introduced thousands to our park trail systems and we pride ourselves on bring fun, challenging courses to life for you.

Entry Includes

An in-person LIVE event

Post-race hot dog cookout

Chip timing

Live text and email results as you finish (must opt-in when registering)

Online Results

Downloadable PDF Finisher Certificates

Series participants get a custom hat with entry

NEW - Series Scoring and Awards - For those in the Series ONLY, we will be doing series scoring. Best 3 of 4 races by place count. The goal is to do Series awards at the final race (internet service req'd)Overall Male and Female plus Top 2 Male & Female in the following Age Groups: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 Plus

Series Participants will receive ONE BIB for the entire Series. We will offer concierge service after each race so you don't risk losing your bib for the next race. We will hold it and bring it to the next race for you. Use this Service!! Otherwise it costs $5 Bib replacement fee.

PLUS Race Logoed Tee available to order for Series Participants until May 27th - $15. The shirt will be printed after Race 1 and become available for distribution at Race 2.

The shirts will be handed out starting at Race 2

By registering for this event you are acknowledging that the date, time, location, and distance of the race may be changed, switched to virtual, or canceled at any time as deemed necessary by the Race Directors due to circumstances beyond their control. In the event that any of these scenarios happens, there will be no refunds, transfers, or deferrals allowed unless otherwise stated.

RUN585 - 3 Race Series

5K - 8K - 5K

Genesee Waterways Center | 149 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY

Race 1 - Wednesday, June 3, 2026 @ 6:15pm - The Big Run 5K

Race 2 - Wednesday, July 8, 2026 @ 6:15pm - Summer in the City 8K

Race 3 - Wednesday, August 5, 2026 @ 6:15pm - Hot Summer Night 5K

Sign Up for the Series or Single events!

You can register for the 3-race series or singular events. Enjoy the perfect Genesee River Path during the summer months, crossing scenic pedestrian bridges and running along the historic Genesee River. The finish is at the Genesee Waterways Center, the home for Rochester kayaking, supping or canoeing.

Enjoy Post Race Soiree, The best of Texas BBQ, including the Mammoth Baked Potato at at least one of the races and mid-week fun to keep you going through the rest of the week!

There is no day-of registration. Please plan accordingly.

Verona Street Animal Society

The Fast & the Furriest®

Saturday, June 6th, 2026

We are celebrating 20 years!!! Mark your calendars for the 20th annual The Fast & The Furriest® event on Saturday, June 6th, 2026! The Fast & The Furriest® includes 5K & 10K races, kid's race, dog walk, pet festival, and vaccine clinic. This event will feature music, food trucks, sponsor giveaways, vendors, pet contests, and a variety of activities for you, your family and your dogs. Come out and help us celebrate our love of animals and our city. Can't make it in person? Virtual options for the 5K, 10K and dog walk will be available as well!

Packet Pick Up:

• Friday, June 5th at Fleet Feet @ the Armory (155 Culver Rd) from 10am - 6pm

• Saturday, June 6th at the event from 7am - 10:15am - Location - 184 Verona Street Rochester, NY

**Register by Sunday, May 17 to be guaranteed an event t-shirt! Registration for the 5K & 10K closes at 11:59PM on Friday, June 5th. There is no race day registration.

How can you be involved this year?

1. Participate in the 5K, 10K or 1/2 mile kid's race in person or virtually

2. Participate in the dog walk in person or virtually

3. Attend the in person Pet Festival on Saturday, June 6th at Brown Square Park

4. Enter your pet into the pet contests

5. Bring your dog to the vaccination clinic which includes rabies and DAPP vaccines and microchipping. This is first come, first serve.

6. Create a fundraiser when registering for the event and help raise money for pets in need in your community! Ask your friends and family to support a cause you are passionate and contribute to your fundraiser.

Fundraising is Important! Please consider Fundraising for VSAS through this event. It's easy and you can win some great prizes!

While going through the registration process make sure to set up your individual and/or team fundraising page and help increase our impact in serving people and animals in our community. Personalize the page with your own story, link it with Facebook Fundraising, and set your own personal goal. Learn more about setting up a fundraiser and other tools and tricks here.

Why is your paw-ticipation so important?

By supporting Verona Street Animal Society and Rochester Animal Services, you are helping animals get the second chance they deserve. Just your registration for this event will spay/neuter a male cat or feed a cat for one month. Think of the impact an additional donation would have! All funds raised through The Fast & The Furriest® event directly impact the animals in our community by:

• Providing food, shelter, enrichment and medical care at the shelter

• Promoting adoption, lost and found, and spay/neuter programs

• Supporting under-served communities by providing access to pet resources

When registering for the race, make sure to set up your own individual or team fundraiser on the donation page!

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Saturday, June 6th , 2026

8:00 AM……………....Registration opens at Longhouse shelter at Seneca Park

9:00 AM……………....5K run/walk begins

10:15 AM……………..Children’s Fun Run

10:30 AM……………...Award Ceremony

AWARDS

Overall Male & Female $100, 2nd & 3rd place medals

Overall Masters Male & Female $50

1st place age group medals

NO DUPLICATION

Participation Awards given out at FINISH LINE (for those who want them)

CHILDREN’S FUN RUN

Free, no registration required

BIO

Javier Ortiz Rivera was born in Cayey, PR on September 7, 1984. He moved to Rochester, NY at the age of 7 along with his family. Upon graduating high school he enrolled in the US Marine early entry program. In September of 2010 Javier was deployed on his 2nd tour to Afghanistan and 4th total in his 9 years as a Marine. He achieved a rank of Staff Sergeant and Platoon Leader. On November 16, 2010 Javier was killed by an IED roadside bomb while on foot patrol in an Afghanistan province. Javier represents all of the fallen soldiers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice defending our Freedom. Javier 26, was survived by his wife Veronica and three children, Alyssa, Andrew, and Anthony.

COURSE INFORMATION

The SSGT Javier Ortiz Memorial 5K Race and Fitness Walk is sanctioned by USA Track and Field (USATF# NY12901KL). The race will start and finish at Trout Pond . For a map of the course, parking and directions visit www.prfestival.com.

RACE AMENITIES

• First 90 registered get T-Shirt

-Water stop on course

• Digital display clock at finish

• Accurate mile course

• Computerized race results by Robin Hood Racing

• Post race refreshments and fun

• Free entrance to PRFI Festival (one night only) First week of August at Rochester Main Street Festival Site

REGISTRATION PACKET PICK-UP

Registration and packet pickup is available at BURGOS Income Tax , 1816 Clinton Ave North, Rochester 14621

Friday, 6/5 from 1pm - 6 pm 585-266-2680

Race Day Registration and packet pick up will begin at 8:00 am at Longhouse shelter at Seneca Park.

Proceeds from the SSGT Javier Ortiz Memorial 5K Race and Fitness Wall will go to TAPS . Tragedy Assistance Program For Survivors. Families of fallen heroes. Go to taps.org for more information. Also, Veterans Outreach Center in Rochester New York.

NOTE: There is a processing fee of $2.50 when you register on-line. To avoid the fee you may register in person at 1816 Clinton Ave N.

Join us for the 4th Annual Rochester ATC 5K – Run/Walk for Recovery!

Date: Saturday, June 6th, 2026

Location: Roberts Wesleyan University

Registration Fee: $35

New York Adult & Teen Challenge is a Christian residential discipleship program dedicated to helping individuals break free from life-controlling issues, including addiction, anxiety, and depression. Our mission is to see lives transformed through Christ as individuals begin to KNOW Christ, GROW in Christ, SERVE Christ, and SHARE what Christ has done for them.

With centers in Rochester, Buffalo, Syracuse (Men and Women), and Long Island officially opened back up, we are committed to providing hope and healing. However, our program is not supported by insurance or government funding—we rely entirely on the generosity of our community and fundraising events like our annual 5K Run/Walk for Recovery.

This event is more than just a race—it’s an opportunity to make a real difference. Every dollar raised goes directly to supporting and sponsoring the next individual seeking hope and restoration through our program. Participants can run or walk a traditional 5K while also engaging in peer-to-peer fundraising with their friends and family. Exciting prizes will be awarded based on fundraising achievements!

Sign up today and be part of a movement that brings freedom, healing, and transformation to those in need!

For more information, please email [email protected] to find out more

Thank you for partnering with us to change lives—one step at a time.