26 walking events in City of Rochester, New York

This program is designed to help walkers, walk-runners, and runners maintain training when they don't have a specific race in mind or if they want to get really good at doing a specific distance: 5K, 5-Mile, or 10K. There is no obligation to register for any race, and if you choose to register for one, that is a payment to the race.

The program targets specific goals:

• maintaining a base distance for weekend workouts

• getting really good at a specific distance

• helping those who want to remove walk breaks (optional)

The Maintaining Training program does not offer a weekly ramp up in mileage. Instead, its focus is maintaining a current training distance level. Whatever distance you choose is the one you'll be practicing every long workout for the duration of the session you choose, generally six weeks. Each program features speed work, hills, and a weekend workout of your specified distance (5K, 5-Mile, and or 10K). Participants will be provided a calendar and a private training group on Facebook.

When:

Tuesdays and Thursdays either at 8 a.m. for mornings only training track or 6 p.m. for the a.m./p.m. mix training track.

Saturdays, 8 a.m. for both tracks.

See individual events for planned alterations to the schedule.

Where:

Most workouts are at Greece Canal Park, Millennium Lodge, at 241 Elmgrove Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 until too dark for the park (it closes at dusk). Then they move to nearby locations.

What:

Tuesdays are hill workouts (Hill Focus). Thursdays are speed workouts (Speed Boost). Saturdays are long distance workouts (Go Long).

Why choose Maintaining Training for your training?

• Small program size means Vickey gets to know you well enough to tailor a program to your goals and needs.

• Vickey is an experienced walker and runner who has raced a wide range of paces, so she can relate to a variety of issues and concerns.

• You choose which distance to practice: 5K, 5-Mile, or 10K for the duration.

• It's cost effective and provides personalization and individual attention in a small group setting where the coach gets to know each participant.

• There is no minimum pace requirement.

This program is designed to help walkers, walk-runners, and runners who want to traverse the 5K, 5-Mile, or 10K distance, whether they have previously done their selected distance or not. There is no obligation to register for any race, and if you choose to register for one, that is a payment to the race.

The program targets three groups' goals:

• walkers who want to gradually increase the amount of mileage they do so that they can complete a 5K, 5-Mile, or 10K

• walk-runners who want to increase the speed of their walk-run to shorten their 5K, 5-Mile, or 10K times

• those who want to train to run a 5K, 5-Mile, or 10K without walking

All "Ready for" programs take participants from where they are to their chosen distances and cover at least six weeks, with many coached in-person workouts (including 5K, 5-Mile, and10K practice for the participants' chosen training distances), a practice of at least 70% of their specific distance, a comprehensive training plan (tweaked midway, if needed, as the participants progress), and a private training group on Facebook.

When:

Tuesdays and Thursdays either at 8 a.m. for morning only sessions or 6 p.m. for traditional weeknight/weekend morning sessions.

Saturdays, 8 a.m. for both sessions

Where:

Most workouts are at Greece Canal Park, Millennium Lodge, at 241 Elmgrove Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 until too dark for the park (it closes at dusk). When GCP is closed, sessions typically move to nearby Henpeck Park, Cherry Creek Ln, and Canal Ponds Park.

What:

Tuesdays are hill workouts. Thursdays are speed workouts. Saturdays are long distance workouts.

Why choose Ready for 5K/5-Mile/10K for your training?

• No minimum pace requirement.

• No previous experience required for 5K; experience may be required for 5-Mile and 10K, if the session is a shorter one.

• Small program size means Vickey gets to know you well enough to lightly tailor a program to your goals and needs.

• Vickey is an experienced walker and runner who has raced a wide range of paces and distances, so she can relate to a variety of issues and concerns.

• You choose which 5K/5-Mile/10K to participate in, if you want to do an official 5K/5-Mile/10K at all.

• It's cost effective and provides personalization and individual attention in a small group setting where the coach gets to know each participant.

• All participants are welcome from people just starting to walk for fitness to those who have been racing for years.

This program is designed to help walkers, walk-runners, and runners who want to traverse the Marathon or 50K+ Ultramarathon distance, whether they have previously done their selected distance or not. There is no obligation to register for any race, and if you choose to register for one, that is a payment to the race. If you intend to run one of

The program targets three groups' goals:

• walkers who want to gradually increase the amount of mileage they do so that they can complete a Marathon or 50K+

• walk-runners who want to increase the speed of their walk-run to shorten their Marathon or 50K+ times

• those who want to train to run a Marathon or 50K+ without walking

All "Ready for" programs take participants from where they are to being able to do their chosen distances and generally cover at least six weeks, with many coached in-person workouts (including Marathon or 50K+ practice for the participants' chosen training distances, depending upon experience), a practice of at least 70% of their specific distance, a comprehensive training plan (tweaked midway, as appropriate), and a private training group on Facebook. There may be group workout days that will not be coached. (Clients may be offered the opportunity to join the coach on her personal workout, if she's available on the Sunday following any non-coached Saturdays.) Pricing is based on length of training program and variations in coached workout availability.

When:

Tuesdays and Thursdays either at 8 a.m. for mornings only tracks or 6 p.m. for traditional weeknight/weekend morning tracks.

Saturdays, 8 a.m. for both sessions

Where:

Most workouts are at Greece Canal Park, Millennium Lodge, at 241 Elmgrove Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 until too dark for the park (it closes at dusk). Workouts typically move to nearby Cherry Creek Ln, Henpeck Park, or Canal Ponds Park when GCP is closed.

What:

Tuesdays are hill workouts (Hill Focus). Thursdays are speed workouts (Speed Boost). Saturdays are long distance workouts (Long, Slow Distance).

Why choose Ready for 10-Mile/Half Marathon for your training?

• Small program size means Coach Vickey gets to know you well enough to tailor a program to your goals and needs.

• Vickey is an experienced walker and runner who has raced a wide range of paces and distances, so she can relate to a variety of issues and concerns.

• You choose which Marathon or 50K+ to participate in, if you want to do an official Marathon or 50K+ at all. (If you're racing one of ours, reach out to see if we are offering race-specific training, which may offer a discount before signing up for this.)

• It's cost effective and provides personalization and individual attention in a small group setting where the coach gets to know each participant.

• All participants are welcome from people just starting to walk for fitness to those who have been racing for years.

• Tracks that are shorter compared to the typical training time for a given distance may have distance requirements before starting. Ex. An 8-week half marathon track requires you to be able to already do six miles. However, if you don't see an option that works for you, you can contact us, and we'll see if we can accommodate your needs.

🌱 Medved’s Eggcellent Adventure!

Spring has Sprung. Let the Games Begin.

Shake off the winter hibernation and join us at Irondequoit Beer Company on April 2nd for a hunt of eggsaggerated proportions!

Remember the epic egg hunts of your childhood dreams? It’s kind of like that—but with running, ASICS demo shoes, and silly costumes. This is a high-energy, team-based scavenger hunt where strategy is just as important as speed.

⏱️ The Mission

This is a choose-your-own-adventure scavenger hunt. Your team will receive a list of locations and challenges on game day. Some are mandatory, some are optional—it’s up to you to plot the most "egg-ficient" route!

5:30 PM: Check-in opens (Grab your ASICS demo shoes!)

6:00 PM: Captains must be checked in.

6:15 PM: The Games Begin!

7:30 PM: The clock stops.

📋 Team Requirements

The Squad: 5 to 10 players working together.

The Tech: At least one team member must have a cell phone with access to the Medved Facebook Group.

The Proof: To claim points, post a photo or video of your entire team at the designated location/challenge to the Medved Running and Walking Facebook group.

Note: Points are only awarded for posts timestamped between 6:15 PM and 7:30 PM.

The "Offline" Option: Not a social media fan? We’ve got you. It’s strictly BYOP (Bring Your Own Polaroid). We’ll score your physical photos at the end—just give us a heads-up at check-in!

⚠️ Safety Essentials (Non-Negotiable)

To keep the fun going, all participants must have:

Headlamps

Reflective Gear

A commitment to following all traffic and pedestrian laws.

📈 Rack Up Bonus Points!

Want to top the leaderboard? Start scoring before the whistle blows:

Help the Critters: Earn points by making a donation via RunSignup to Flower City Critters Small Animal Rescue, Inc.

Spring Spirit: Earn points by dressing up in your best spring-themed costumes!

The ASICS Advantage: Earn points for wearing your own ASICS gear or trying out the demo shoes provided on-site.

Hidden Gems: Keep your eyes peeled—extra bonus opportunities will be hidden throughout the hunt!

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.

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!

Greater Rochester Running Club Spring Clinics and Track Workouts

Coaches/Hall of Famers Michael Reif and Carolyn Smith-Hanna

Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Running Programs are offered for this 7-week series. All aspects of running and training covered. Runners should come prepared to run, rain or shine. Participants are encouraged to sign up online. At least two weeks of walking and/or running is recommended prior to attending - so get going NOW! Signup today.

• Meet at Nazareth University track the Thursday the first week (for 2026 only) and each Wednesday after that

• Clinics begin at 6:00 pm for didactic sessions.

• Warm-up and track workout begins by 6:30 pm

• GRRC Member get a $20 deducted automatically at check-out

• Non-Members get GRRC membership ($20 value), yielding discounts on future GRRC and other events

• Signup includes entry in the McMullen Mile GRRC RROY race on 6/5/26

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!

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.

Join us for our annual Pink & Teal Challenge Walk/Run in-person or virtually!

In-person participants are invited to join us at Monroe Community College Saturday, May 9th.

REGISTER BY MONDAY, APRIL 13TH to be guaranteed a t-shirt!

5k Run: 9:30 am. Walk: 9:45 am. (Option: 3.1 or 2 mile shortcut!). Crowd warm up starts at 9AM led by VAULT.

CHILDREN 5 and Under are FREE and do not need to be registered! (Humans only. Sorry, no pets!)

There will be NO event day registration for this event, so please plan accordingly.

ATTENTION In-Person Participants! Take part in our Costume Contest! Prizes will be given out for BEST INDIVIDUAL and BEST TEAM Costume(s)! Grab your boas, tutus, etc. and join the FUN!

Any runner registering between May 6th-8th will have to wait 24 hours after registering to receive their chipped bib.

Virtual participants may complete their event anytime between 5pm on Friday, May 8th and midnight on Sunday, May 10th.

VIRTUAL 5k Run participants' times will not be considered for their specific age brackets as we are unable to corroborate time and distance. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and will gladly switch your registration to the in-person 5k by request.

*The winner of each of the following Age Groups will receive a small token and "Bragging Rights": 5-15 years, 16 - 25 years, 26 - 35 years, 36 - 45 years, 46 - 55 years, 56 - 65 years, 65+.

NOTE: The Overall Winner takes the place of the 1st person in their age group. Age Groups are subject to change based on registration numbers.

To learn more about our organization visit: Breast Cancer Coalition

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.

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.

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.

RHSC's Super Hear-O 5K & Family Fun Run

For the past two years, over 200 families gathered on a beautiful Sunday morning in June, many wearing superhero costumes, and ran, walked, rolled and strolled for a really great cause. They came out for Rochester Hearing & Speech Center’s annual Super Hear-O 5K, an event to celebrate the superheroes making a difference in the lives of individuals with hearing health needs and children with developmental disabilities served through our nonprofit mission of “Communication for Life.”

At RHSC, we provide both hearing health testing and treatment for individuals of all ages, but we also provide Early Intervention and Preschool Developmental Services to our youngest and most vulnerable children, many of whom are currently on the waitlist for Early Intervention services in Monroe County. Our team of audiologists, special education teachers, speech-language pathologists and occupational and physical therapists are superheroes who change the lives of so many every single day.

Now in it's third year, RHSC's Super Hear-O 5K & Family Fun Run will take place on Sunday, June 7th, from 9-11am in Seneca Park. This inclusive and family friendly event is geared toward all ages and abilities and features a 5K Walk/Run and a one-mile paved walk/roll or stroll option. The event also includes a Super Kid Zone filled with fun activities and our friends at Netsin’s will be joining us once again to provide ice cream for our participants. And, we’re expecting an even bigger turnout!

Please note that registration is FREE for kids under 12, but race t-shirt must be purchased at checkout, if desired (youth sizes available).

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.

Please join us on Saturday June 21, 2025 for the Irondequoit Juneteenth 5K Run/Walk!

Juneteenth is a nationally recognized holiday and a celebration that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, on June 19, 1865. General Gordon Granger led 2,000 Union soldiers to Galveston, Texas to ensure the freedom of 250,000-still enslaved. Rochester, NY, home to Frederick Douglass, is the perfect place to host a Juneteenth Run/Walk!

This race is hosted by Irondequoit E.R.A.S.E. (Eliminating Racism And Seeking Equity). Registration fees will go towards our annual scholarships for college-bound Black and Brown students from Irondequoit and Eastridge High Schools.

Finish your day celebrating freedom by joining us at our 6th annual Juneteenth festival at 12 noon at the Irondequoit Town Hall yard.

Online registration will remain open right up until the start of the race or until sold out. Race day registration and packet pickup will take place at St. Josaphats Church from 7:15am right up until the start of the race at 8:30am. Participants who registered by Monday, June 16, 2025 at 5:30pm are guaranteed to receive a race shirt in their requested size. A small quantity of extra shirts will be ordered and distributed to late registrants on a first-come, first-serve basis until they are gone.

5K Registration: $30 / $35

EARLY PACKET PICKUP OPTION

Early packet pickup will be available on Friday, June 20th from 6-8pm at Salvatores Pizzeria located at 149 E. Ridge Rd.

POST RACE CELEBRATION

Our post race celebration will take place immediately following the race at the church. There will be music, bottled water, light refreshments and the awards ceremony. Runners are also invited to stick around for the 6th Annual Juneteenth Festival set to start at 12pm at the Irondequoit Town Hall.

Irondequoit Town Hall

1280 Titus Ave.

Rochester, NY 14617

AGE GROUPS & AWARDS

Prizes will be presented to the 1st place overall male and female finishers. Age group awards will be presented to the 1st and 2nd place male and female runner in each of the age groups shown below. All participants will have the option of downloading custom finisher certificates from the event page!

14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and older.

PARKING

There will be plenty of free parking in the St. Josaphat's church parking lot. Enter via Stanton Lane.

CONTACT / INFORMATION

For additional information on the race or sponsorship opportunities available, please contact Latanya Morse at (585) 271-0428 or via email at [email protected].

CANCELLATION POLICY

In the event of foul weather, public safety concerns, or for any other reason deemed necessary by race organizers (ex: state of emergency, shelter-in-place, limit on social gatherings, permit issues, etc) we want runners to know up front that we reserve the right to reschedule the event date if needed OR convert this to a virtual event. There will be no refunds.

Obatron Productions' exercise arm, Obatron Fitness, is proud to offer the fourth year of our race series, West of the River Series! Enter the whole series or choose individual races. Walker and mobility-impaired friendly. Diet sensitive. Training available.

Keep scrolling for an overview of options and more information! If you're on a phone, that might take a bit. When you're ready to register, click the grouping for what you want: Individual Races or the Series (series registration ends when June Jaunt registration ends). Otherwise, click the "Race Info" tab to see all options at once.

2026 Updates and Information

1. We have youth pricing for those aged 19 and under.

2. Barbecue Bash Quarters Marathon Distance has replaced June Jaunt as a Rochester Runner of the Year race.

3. Barbecue Bash Quarters is certified! This means those who are looking for an autumn race to attempt a Boston Marathon qualifying time can use their 2026 time for their 2028 BM application.

4. Anyone who is an Obatron Racing Team prior to registration and on race day gets a discount off each individual race, the series, or the races (individually or as a series) with training.

5. Each race will have very modest awards, which must be claimed BEFORE leaving. None will be held. They will be ready no earlier than 45 minutes after the start of each race and will be later for longer races. Watch event messages for details closer to each race. See "Awards" below for more information.

6. Training available at https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Rochester/WestOfTheRiverTraining. (Registration will open by March 10.)

Special Component of Barbecue Bash Quarters

You can choose to run 1, 2, 3, or all 4 quarters of a marathon (6.55 to 26.2 miles) for Barbecue Bash Quarters (BBQ), formerly Barbecue Bash Half. What's more is that you can adjust down during the race if you need to, so if you started out with the idea of getting a marathon done and it's just not in the cards that day, you will not DNF your race; instead, you'll be bumped down to the last quarter you did finish. On the flipside, you can't decide to upgrade while on the course; that has to be done by the end of packet pick-up on race day so you can pay the appropriate difference in cost and so that Hourglass Works can re-map your timing chip attached to your bib. Accompanying friends for an entire lap after you've finished your race is discouraged for various reasons, including difficulty in accurately conveying to authorities and volunteers how many racers are left. There are no early starts. If you need a race with even more generous cutoffs than ours, we have some suggestions.

When to Race and Related Details

June Jaunt, 5K

Race Date/Time/Location: Sunday, June 21 (Father's Day), 8:45 a.m. at Studio 22, 67 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton, New York 14468.

Shirt Cutoff: Register on or before June 2

Cutoff Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes (8:45 am. to 10 a.m.) with a pace of 24:12 per mile or faster

Course: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5556356155/

Packet Pick-up

Day 1: June 20, 2:30-4:30 p.m. @ Greece Canal Park, Millennium Lodge Parking Lot (RD's Car or Picnic Table, depending on weather) (Strongly recommended, plus you get bonus raffle tickets)

Day 2: June 21, 8:00-8:30 a.m. @ Studio 22

Awards/Prizes: 9:30 a.m. or later

The Potato Run, 10K

Race Date/Time/Location: Sunday, September 6, 8:30 a.m. at Greece Canal Park (GCP), Towpath Shelter (near the Canal Path) 241 Elmgrove Rd., Rochester, NY 14626

Shirt Cutoff: Register on or before August 18

Cutoff Time: 2 hours, 15 minutes (8:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.) with a pace of 21:46 per mile or faster

Course: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6225550420

Packet Pick-up

Day 1: GCP, Millennium Lodge Parking Lot (exact location TBD), September 5, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Strongly recommended, plus you get bonus raffle tickets)

Day 2: RACE DAY! September 6, 7:45 a.m. to 8:15 a.m., GCP, Towpath Shelter

Awards/Prizes: 9:15 or later

Barbecue Bash Quarters, 1/4, 2/4 (Half Marathon), 3/4, or 4/4 (Full) Marathon

Race Date/Time/Location: Sunday, November 1 (Daylight Savings Time Ends), All start at 7:30 a.m. at Spencerport Depot and Canal Museum (SD&CM), 16 East Ave, Spencerport, NY 14559

Shirt Cutoff: Register on or before October 10

Cutoff Time: 7:30 hours (7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.) for all options. 1 Quarter Pace: 1:08:42; 2 Quarters Pace: 34:19; 3 Quarters Pace: 22:54; 4 Quarters Pace: 17:11

Course: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5811055855 (Route slightly modified from past years to make certification easier and the path smoother.)

Packet Pick-up

Day 1: October 31, 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., SD&CM, Top Floor (Strongly recommended, plus you get bonus raffle tickets)

Day 2: November 1, 6:45 a.m. to 7:20 a.m., SD&CM, Top Floor (This is our busiest race; do not wait until race day if you can help it.)

Awards/Prizes: 8:30 a.m. or later (No formal ceremony; rolling announcements due to complex nature of this race - four distances simultaneously being completed.)

Race Gift Giveaways: Again, this year we are giving away shirts with entries. The sizing cutoffs are listed above. If you miss the shirt cutoff, if time and supplies allow, you may be given a substitute race gift. Due to the high cost of shirt production, we do not order extras at this time. If you check in on-site after the race is over, we may have shirts from people who don't show up.

Series Information

Registration for or upgrading to the whole series should be done before June Jaunt occurs. If you do all three races, but do not register for the series, we cannot guarantee you will get the gift due to administrative logistics of tracking participants.

When you register for the series, there's only one spot for choosing a giveaway cut/size, so that will be applicable only to the first race, June Jaunt. You will see questions for your cut/size preference for the other two races in a separate question section along with other registration questions to help us shape the race. When it's closer to the race time, the RD will transfer you to each individual race. If you miss the giveaway cutoff, you are not guaranteed a shirt for June Jaunt. If time and supplies allow, those who miss the shirt may be given a substitute race gift.

What You Get

• pacers and/or lead bikes for select races and paces as available, including a final finisher escort (on foot or bike) for whoever is the last person on the course

• medal on race day

• technical race shirts, if registered in time, and an alternate gift if time and supplies allow, if not

• food-themed kits appropriate to each race

• amenity kits appropriate to the season of each race

• series participants get a preparation and recovery kit with their June Jaunt packet pick-up (late conversions will get theirs while supplies last)

• opportunities to earn more swag and chances to win random prizes on race day

• personalized bib for Barbecue Bash Quarters, if registered by giveaway (shirt) cutoff

• chance to make a donation to our Charity Partners for any of three food-related charities on the west side of Monroe County

• 20% discount on any order at Foot Kinetics (see sponsors)

RoadID discount (see sponsors)

• connectivity to other racers via the Obatron Fitness Conversation Space Facebook group

• Sundae & Frozen Fruit Bar for June Jaunt, Salt Potato Bar for The Potato Run, and Barbecue Bar for Barbecue Bash Quarters

• generous cutoff times (June Jaunt: 1 hr., 15 min., The Potato Run: 2 hr., 15 min., Barbecue Bash Quarters: 7 hrs., 30 minutes)

Other

You might have surmised there is an emphasis on food! I grew up hungry until I could earn money myself to buy food, and while my company, Obatron Fitness, isn't a non-profit, each race will include three charitable components: 1) fundraising drive via registration for each host town's food program for those in need; 2) a food drive for the same organization on race day; and 3) a portion of proceeds after expenses are covered will be donated to the organization.

Discount Offers & Referrals

Entering the series rather than individual races gets you pricing equal to or less than the total of the individual race fees (depending upon when you register), a lower RunSignUp fee than the sum of the fees when registering separately, and a series gift. The training offered through the series registration page is at a much-reduced price from when we train folks for races other than our own. If you are a member of GRTC or Obatron Race Team, you get a discount at checkout for that. Additionally, you may earn back some of your registration by having other racers use your personal referral link, generated after you register. See the "Referrals" section for more information.

Race Awards & Raffle Prizes

We provide modest awards for the first-place finishers in each gender designation for overall placements and in age groups (AG). Our age group awards are meant to be fun tokens of acknowledgement and in the spirit of the races. We've had keychains, seasonings, and phone holders, among other prizes, in the past. Winners of Race Prizes or Raffles must be present or have someone as their proxy to claim their awards at the race day presentation or they are forfeited, likely being raffled off to volunteers at the end. There will be a modest prize for the series winner sent December or later, after the whole series concludes, if there are at least ten series participants.

Additional Details

We will post additional details as they occur. Any changes will be updated here, on the Obatron Fitness Facebook page, in our Facebook group, and communicated through RunSignUp messaging. Please note, as the pandemic has proven, life is unpredictable! It is possible that changes in time and location could occur for reasons beyond our control. Keep an eye on your email for race communications to ensure you know all you need to know about the race(s).

Training

Training is available. See https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Rochester/WestOfTheRiverTraining details.