8 events in City of Rochester, New York

Calling all outdoor enthusiasts! Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the world of trail running.

Voices From The Trails features:

Chris O'Brien, host of the Running Inside Out Podcast, will be leading the night with his infectious energy and passion for the trails.

A Panel of Awesome Trail Runners: We've assembled a group of trail runners to share their inspiring stories, epic adventures, and maybe even a few close calls! Get ready to be captivated by tales of perseverance, breathtaking landscapes, and the unique camaraderie found on the trails.

Audience Participation: This is your chance to engage! Come prepared to ask questions, share your own trail experiences, and connect with fellow runners.

Whether you're a seasoned ultramarathoner or just starting to explore the trails, this event is one you won't want to miss!

Location: Medved Running and Walking Outfitters, 3400 Monroe Ave.

RSVP: Seating is limited, rsvp by signing up via RunSignup so we can plan accordingly.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build community and celebrate the start of the trail running season in Rochester, NY.

Run our River 2026: SECOND Tuesday!

Description: 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. Keep in mind the River Path is a PUBLIC path, so there will be other runners, walkers and bikers on the path, please be aware of your surroundings, headphones are discouraged

People of all speeds and abilities are welcome and encouraged. Sign up for 1 race or the entire series of 6 races!

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.

You must complete 4 of the 6 races to be eligible to win overall series awards! (Age Group and Series) Each race will have a small give-away (expect a nutrition item or small running related knick-knack)

Vibe: Low frills, everyone encouraging each other to do their best. Fast times, slow times... lets make some memories!

Packet Pickup for ALL RACES

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

Tuesday DAY OF RACE: 12- 3:30 at Rochester Running Company (hard cut off at 4PM) and 5:30 - 6:15 PM at the course

When: 2nd Tuesday of each month starting in April

Race starts at 6:15pm SHARP at the River Path

Race Map: USATF Certified course - See Below

START/FINISH: Behind Rabbit Hole Tavern (284 Exchange Blvd, Rochester, NY 14608)

Cost: $25.00each race or $110 for the series

(Kids/Young adults under 18 years of age are $11.00)

Bundle Option: Sign up for all series races for $110. That's 6 races and a GIVEAWAY ITEM Limit first 100. Even if you can't do every race, you just need to complete 4 to win series prizes. KEEP YOUR BIB FOR EVERY RACE

Post Race: Results will be posted online following the race. Make sure to sign up for notifications for text or email results

Post race party is optional at TBD

Parking: Exchange Street Bar and Grill Parking Lot, Street Parking (After 5p is free), Surrounding Corn Hill Area,

** DO NOT PARK IN THE SAME PLAZA (Corn Hill Landing Plaza) AS THE RACE START/FINISH AREA**

Bathrooms: Exchange Bar and Grill

Run our Trails: Sign Up

From the Running Store that brought you Run our River Series, comes a new Series... Run our Trail! That's right we are back again, this time running our trails. Run our Trails will be the the LAST Tuesday of every month (April - September) We will be reserving the Hopkins Point Lodge 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.

SUPPORTING HOSPICE CARE FOR THE LONG RUN!

Now in its twenty-fourth year, the Sunset House 5K Run and Fitness Walk has traditionally had something for everyone: a fast, challenging, 3.1 mile

course, plenty of food, refreshments and prizes—all within a fun and friendly family atmosphere. This year the event will be held LIVE on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at the Irondequoit United Church of Christ located at 644 Titus Avenue, Irondequoit, NY. For those of you who are unable to join us on race day, a VIRTUAL option is planned from Friday, May 1st, through Saturday, May 23, 2026.

All proceeds from the race go to Sunset House which provides alternative living arrangements for residents who are unable to receive hospice care services in their own homes. Focusing on quality of life rather than quantity of time, Sunset House supports the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of its residents, allowing them to maintain control during an important time of transition. As one of our community’s most popular and seasoned fundraising event of the year we need your help in meeting our fundraising goal of $35,000 to ensure that Sunset House Hospice continues to provide the dying and their loved ones with support, comfort, and care in a safe, peaceful and loving environment that allows death with dignity and grace. So whether you’re a runner, walker—or somewhere in between— please join us for the LIVE Race or participate VIRTUALLY -- and put your best foot forward for a great organization. This year the Sunset House 5K has been selected as part of the 2026 Greater Rochester

Running Club's "Rochester Runner of the Year Series".

Event Information

LIVE RACE

Start Time: 9 AM Saturday, May 23rd. Race starts and finishes at the Irondequoit United Church of Christ

Price: $30 Race Fee. Price increases to $35 after 5/15/2026 at 11:59 p.m. EDT

** T-Shirts to the first 250 Registrants**

Packet Pick Up:

Thursday, May 21st - 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Rochester Running Co. - 1387 Mt. Hope Avenue

Friday, May 22nd - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM and on Race Day, May 23rd- 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM Irondequoit United Church of Christ - 644 Titus Avenue

VIRTUAL RACE

Start Time: Friday, May 1, to Saturday, May 23rd, sports enthusiasts are invited to participate by taking a walk around the block or completing a 5K on the streets, trails or treadmill ANYWHERE.

Price: $30 Race Fee. Price increases to $35 after 5/15/2025 at 11:59 p.m. EDT

Post Race Packet Pick Up

The week of May 25th- Sunset House - 3746 St. Paul Blvd. Pick up times will be posted on the Sunset House website.

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.

Harborfest 5K & 10K | Saturday, June 20, 2026

Ontario Beach Park | Charlotte, NY

5K 7:45am

10K 9:00am

The Harborfest Festival is summertime, lakeside festival at Ontario Beach Park, celebrating over 200 years of the historic lighthouse and Monroe County. Among the many activities available that weekend join us for the Harborfest 5K and 10K. The courses take in the northern portion of the popular Genesee River Trail, the Marina and finishes beachside. The 10k traverses the beautiful Genesee River boardwalk at Turning Point Park

*Please Note: If you are signed up for the combo, you must be finished with the 5K before the 10K begins at 9AM

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 or any other, there will be no refunds, transfers, or deferrals allowed unless otherwise stated.