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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
Cobblestone Foundation's Annual Run, Walk & Roll 5K
Sunday, September 13, 2026 | 10:00am
Victor High School | 953 High Street | Victor, NY
Run, walk, or roll a 5K on the beautiful campus of Victor Central Schools to benefit the Cobblestone Arts Center!
Event Start Time - 10:00am
Sign up by August 13 to guarantee your t-shirt size!
In it's 18th year, this event has grown to be bigger than ever! Formerly known as Ellison Park Cyclocross, Rochester Cyclocross is still presented by Full Moon Vista and is once again part of the USCX Series! This will be our ninth year at Genesee Valley Park, a Class 1 UCI race on Saturday, Class 2 races on Sunday and fields for everyone all weekend long, this is once again the premier cyclocross race in upstate New York.
Complete information, directions and PDF flyers can be found at www.rochestercyclocross.com!
Registration Fees and Closure:
Registration for all fields will increase by $10 on Tuesday 9/1/2024.
Regular Online Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on TUESDAY, September 15th.
Early pre-registration fee for USAC juniors is $30 (plus Bikereg fee)
Early Pre-registration fee for USAC Men's and Women's 4/5 fields is $50 (plus Bikereg fee)
Early Pre-registration fee for all other USAC fields is $65 (plus Bikereg fee)
UCI fields are pre-reg only
Early Pre-reg fee for UCI Junior fields is $65 (plus Bikereg fee)
Early Pre-reg fee for UCI Elite fields is $75 (plus Bikereg fee)
After Tuesday, September 15th and day-of registration will be $50 for USAC Junior races, $70 for Men's and Women's 4/5, $85 for USAC adult races,
Start Order
Start order for USAC amateur races determined using USCX standings as well as crossresults.com points.
Only pre-registered riders are included. Day of registrants will not be considered in start order.
Licensing:
A USA Cycling license (road or mountain), UCI or one-day license is required for all races starting before 2 p.m.
ONEDAY beginner licenses only valid for USAC Juniors, Cat 5 Men and Women, and Single Speed fields. ONEDAY beginner license are not valid any other fields.
ONEDAY licenses can be purchased through online registration or at the event for Category 5 Men, Category 5 Women, Single Speed, and USAC Junior races. ONEDAY Beginner license fee for 2026 is $15!
When registering with a ONEDAY beginner license, enter ONEDAY in the license number field.
USAC does allow experienced rider to purchase a ONEDAY experienced rider license for $35 in order to race your category without purchasing an annual license. Experience rider One-day license must be purchased through USAC's website and must be purchased per DAY.
All other fields must have an annual license number - and have appropriate cyclocross category.
If you are registering with an INTL license, please include your 11-digit UCI code when completing your registration
A UCI International license is required for the UCI Juniors, Elite Men and Elite Women's races
Please email [email protected] with questions
Juniors - USAC fields:
A parent or guardian must have signed a release form for each race day.
Early pre-reg fee is $30 (plus Bikereg fee). On 9/1 registration increases to $40 for USAC juniors. USAC Juniors must have a ONE DAY ($15) license for each day racing day or an annual license.
Entry fee increased to $50 for late or day of registration.
Equipment Requirements:
USA Cycling helmet rules apply.
Non-UCI fields can ride cyclocross or mountain bikes (bar ends must be removed)
Disc brakes are acceptable.
UCI equipment rules apply to Elite fields. See rochestercyclocross.com for complete information
Hotel:
Do you like loopy fun with runny friends where you get to see reindeer on every loop? Yes? Then Sleigh Me Ultras is for YOU! This event takes place at the Shortsville Reindeer Farm and features a one mile loop on foot friendly grass/trail terrain with very little elevation. There are some roots but nothing to climb over. You choose how many miles you want to "rack" up. There will be a fully stocked aid station located in the barn, pizzas at noon, and you are welcome to set up your own station with whatever else you may need. Yes, there really are reindeer! There's chickens too, and honey bees, and maple trees, and a dog named Clancy! Bring your friends and family!
The 48 Hour option starts Friday evening. All other races, you can choose to start at the top of any hour over the weekend! We mark loops by hand. We will mark your start/finish times on the board! Results get loaded on runsignup in spreadsheet format so you can verify your results!
Proceeds from Sleigh Me Ultras benefit ROCovery Fitness! https://www.rocoveryfitness.org/about.html
Check out the Shortsville Reindeer Farm here! https://www.shortsvillereindeer.com/
Short and sweet FAQ's
Q: What will be at the aid station? A: chips, pretzels, candy, cheese quesadillas, pb&j, pickles, cookies, ramen, coffee, hot water, electrolyte drink (gatorade or skratch), and more! Personal pizzas at lunchtime on Saturday. Pasta or Taco bar on Sunday. I have an electric griddle and a big blackstone grill you are welcome to use as well.
Q: Can I set up my own aid station? A: YES! There's plenty of room to set up a tent and your own aid right along the course.
Q: What if the weather is yucky? A: There is a wonderful barn that we can camp under as needed.
Q: Can I access my car? A: YES! Your car will be right along the course within view.
Q: Can I bring celebratory alcohol? A: This isn't an alcohol free event but the proceeds from this supports ROCovery so I request that you don't promote it.
Q: Can I bring my dog? A: No
Q: Is there electricity to charge my devices? A: YES!
Q: Is there a shower? A: No. There is a hose with potable water if you don't mind cleaning up in front of everyone.
Q: Is there professional timing? A: No. We will mark our own loops and myself and others will try to ensure you don't miss any marking. Results are loaded to runsignup in spreadsheet format for verification if you need it.
Q: Can I really start anytime? A: YES! You may start any race at the top of any hour. We will mark your start time on the board.
Q: What time can I show up on Friday? A: Please don't show up before 2:00. If 48 Hour participants need more time, please email me to request and we will work it out but know that I will be busy preparing for you.
Got more questions? Ask away! I'm here for you!
Martha
Fleet Feet Rochester Half Marathon | 5K | Kids 1/2 Mile
Sunday, September 20, 2026
Half Marathon - 7:30am
5K Race - 7:40am
Kids 1/2 Mile - 10:30am
Virtual Half Marathon, 5K, Kids 1/2 - September 20, 2026 @ 7am - September 27, 2026 @ 11:59pm
In Person Registration for 5K & 13.1 Includes
• A chance to enjoy the gorgeous course, be with others, and celebrate Rochester!
• Electronic Timing
• Online Results
• Post Race Food
• Finisher Medal
• (5K) Short-sleeve tech shirt - size guaranteed if registered by August 23rd
• (Half Marathon) Long-sleeve tech shirt or Crewneck Sweatshirt, size guaranteed if registered by August 23rd
• Printable custom finisher certificate
*Fee includes Bus Pass for 1/2 & 5K Participant to start line
Vintage swag will be available at Friday/Saturday Packet Pickup on first come first serve should we run out when you sign up
Virtual Registration Includes
• Online Results
• Shipping of shirt (US Address) & medal if you cannot attend packet pickup (any packets that are not picked up will be mailed starting the Tuesday following the event)
• Finisher Medal
• (5K) Short-sleeve tech shirt - size guaranteed if registered by August 23rd
• (Half Marathon) Long-sleeve tech Top or Crewneck sweatshirt - size guaranteed if registered by August 23rd
• Printable custom finisher certificate
• Complete your race and submit your results between 7am, Sunday, September 20th and 11:59pm, Sunday, September 27th
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 scenario, there will be no refunds, transfers, or deferrals allowed unless otherwise stated.
Something new and exciting is coming to Rochester NY on Sunday, September 20, 2026 as we will offer the inaugural Countdown to ONE! challenge. This unique challenge is for those dedicated runners that like to push themselves a bit more than others. As a Countdown to ONE participant you will run as many single miles as you can based on the time requirements for each. The course is a 1 mile loop. The start/finish for each mile is the same. All participants receive a finisher medal.
Here's how it works...
Each mile must be completed in less than the required time to advance to the next mile. If you fail to complete any of the miles in the allotted time you're out of the competition.
The first mile must be completed in 15 minutes or under, the second mile must be completed in 13 minutes or less, 3rd mile in 11 minutes or less, 4th mile in 10 minutes or less. These 4 miles make up the Bronze category. You must complete all 4 miles under the time cut offs to earn a bronze pin that can be attached to your medal.
The next wave would be the Silver category, 9 1/2, 9, 8 1/2 and 8 minute miles. You must complete all 8 miles under the time cut offs to earn the Silver pin to attach to your medal.
If you're still standing, it's onto the Gold category, 7 1/2, 7, 6 1/2 and 6 minute miles. You must complete all 12 miles under the time cut offs to earn the gold pin to attach to your medal.
If we have to go beyond this to get to our last person standing we will continue to drop each mile time requirement by 30 seconds.
If you finish any of the miles in under the required time to finish you are welcome to stretch, refuel and rest. There will be a one minute separation between each leg of this ultimate challenge.
As much as this is a competition to get to the last male and female standing, it's also a personal challenge for those not in the running to win it all. Set your goal, up your training and achieve your personal best!
All participants will receive a super cool and quite large finisher medal. Depending on the category you completed your last single mile successfully you will receive a pin to add to your finisher medal (Bronze, Silver, Gold).
Top Male and top Female finishers will receive a cash prize of $125 (each)
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
Welcome to the Knights Fury Duathlon!!!
Stewarts Lodge, Mendon Ponds Park.
8:30am
The Knights Fury Duathlon is a First Knight Racing Production.
Town of Ogden Parks and Recreation/ Kiwanis Club of Spencerport
Pineway Ponds Park 5K Run/Walk
September 26, 2026
5K RUN/WALK (processing fees not included in below pricing)
Until May 1- $30, race shirt guaranteed
May 1- August 8- $35, race shirt guaranteed
August 9- September 19- $40, race shirt available as supply allows
September 20-24 until 11:30am- $45. We recommend pre-registering to guarantee a spot in this year’s event. Race-day registration IS NOT AVAILABLE.
Location: Pineway Ponds Park, Spencerport NY. Our course is certified to be accurate by USATF #NY15107KL. The 5K Race is primarily roads, crossing 2 bridges, beginning and ending at Pineway Ponds Park.
We are not able to guarantee shirt sizes or availability after August 9.
No refunds, credits, transfers, or deferrals.
A portion of this year’s proceeds will benefit Girls on the Run of Greater Rochester. We are excited to partner with this program, serving Monroe, Ontario, Livingston, and Wayne Counties, that inspires participants to recognize their level of physical activity, imagine their possibilities, and confidently stand up for themselves and others.
SWAG
Register prior to August 9 to guarantee a race shirt in your size!
AWARDS
There will be no formal awards ceremony. Winners in our age categories will be announced/presented with awards throughout the event. If you are not present when your award is ready, you will be contacted to pick up your prize.
Overall Finishers: Male and Female: 1st, 2nd, 3rd (Overall finishers are not eligible for age group awards)
Age Group Divisions: Male and Female: 1st, 2nd (U15; 16-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70+)
PACKET PICK-UP
Packet pick-up will take place at the Ogden Community Center, 269 Ogden Center Road, the week of the event. We strongly recommend you pick up your bib during one of the times listed (to be announced in September).
Early bib pickup will take place (lunchtime hours vary, please call before arrival) on the dates listed below (times tba):
Monday, September 21
Tuesday, September 22
Wednesday, September 23
Thursday, September 24
Friday, September 25
Go to the Ogden Community Center Parks & Recreation Administration Office (269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport). During business hours, please use the main lobby doors labeled POLICE/RECREATION/COURTS. After hours, please use the South door labeled RECREATION.
Race-day packet pickup begins at 7:45am and ends by 8:15am. Packet pickup will take place at Pineway Ponds Park.
HEALTH & SAFETY GUIDELINES
The finish line will close at 9:40am; all participants must finish within 70 minutes of the start due to safety and support services. Please keep this in mind for pacing purposes. Some roads might close for this event. Roads may open prior to the last participant finishing.
Based upon current local and/or state health mandates, extra precautions may be made to ensure the safety of our staff, participants, and community. Guidelines, if necessary will be released prior to the in-person event.
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 cancelled at any time as deemed necessary. In this event, there will be no refunds, credits, transfers, or deferrals unless otherwise stated.
Kid's Fun Run
There will be no Kid's Fun Run this year.
SPONSORS
Looking to sponsor this event? Please email [email protected].
Schedule
6:30 AM - 50 Mile for early starters
7:30 AM - 50 Mile for regular starters
10:00 AM - 50 Km start
7:30 PM - finish closes
CanLake Ultras 50 Miler
Run one big road loop around the most beautiful Finger Lake in Western New York. The course is mostly flat to rolling roads with several major climbs, including the locally famous Bopple Hill.
MapMyRun link to 50M Race Course
CanLake Ultras 50Km
Run point-to-point over the final 31 miles of the 50-mile route. With significantly less climbing and descending than the first 19 miles of the 50-mile route, the 50K is more friendly for first-time ultra runners and a logical step up from the marathon.
MapMyRun link to 50Km Race Course
Personal Handler
Having a personal handler at CanLake Ultras is a privilege and perk that we are happy to provide. However, with this privilege comes the responsibility of learning and following the safety rules of the race. Make sure that your personal handlers follow the safety rules, or your result will be disqualified. The waiver you will electronically sign includes the following text.
PERSONAL HANDLER WAIVER. (For runners that plan to use personal handler at the CanLake Ultras) I accept full responsibility for the personal handler(s) actions that personal handler(s) will familiarize themselves with and follow all safety rules outlined in the Race Handbook. Failure to follow safety rules by the personal handler(s) -intentional or unintentional - will result in the runner's DISQUALIFICATION.
Join the CanLake50 Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/CanLake50/, where you can pose questions to other race participants.
ROCtoberfest 5K presented by Strangebird
Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 9:30am
Genesee Valley Park
What is ROCtoberfest?
ROCtoberfest is a 5K and fundraising opportunity for local charities in October. It's the chance for participants to run a 5K & donate to local charities! And for charities to raise money for their organizations without the expense of producing an event.
Grab your running shoes and lederhosen to celebrate with our ROCtoberfest 5K! Join us at Genesee Valley Park for a 5K run/walk that also will serve as a fundraising event for local charities. Let's celebrate Rochester and charities in it. Register today to join the ROCtoberfest fun!
The Annual Sunshine Camp Trail Mix is a 5K trail race that supports children and young adults with disabilities who take advantage of Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp, a fully accessible summer camp in Rush, N.Y. This fun-filled event will provide an exclusive opportunity to see some of the 157 acres of this private camp — through a mix of paved sidewalks and natural dirt trails. Participants will receive with registration a t-shirt, entrance into the Beer Fest and your first drink is on us and eligible to win prizes in their race division.**
** In interest of preserving the integrity of our trail the 5K will be limited to 300 participants.
Sunshine Camp is the only local camp of its kind that gives children with special needs unique overnight camping experiences. Please join us for this 6th annual event … and help kids with disabilities just be kids while at summer camp, without any barriers to fun.
Learn more about Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp.
DETAILS
RACING: Sunday, October 18th, 2026… races start at 09:00am Registration opens at 7:00am, please in the white Fire Hall Building to pick up your Bib Numbers and have your USAC License ready for ID Verification.
Bibs should be placed on left side for the timers.
PRE-RIDE: The course will open on Saturday, October 17th, 2026 from 09:00am-3:00pm to pre-ride and familiarize yourself with the course. What better time and place to get in your leg-openers than right on course?! And the best part is it's free!!!
LOCATION: 6416 Silver Hill Rd., Newark, NY 14513
HOST: Marbletown Volunteer Fire Department, the home of Upstate BMX.
REGISTRATION: Registration fee is $45 for your first race, $10 each additional race. The additional race discount will appear in your cart at time of checkout. (Junior's Race fee is only $10)
*Race registration via BikeReg.com will close on Friday, Oct. 16th at 4:00pm. Please register before close of registration as this helps our Officials and Timers keep the races running smoothly and on time without the hassle of doing paperwork the morning of the race. There will be Day-of-Race Registration, CASH ONLY for an additional fee. Registration must be completed 1 hour prior to Category race start, no exceptions. Please see below regarding additional fees for one day licensing.
You will need a valid USAC license to race. USA Cycling “One-Day Licenses” are available for purchase for $15 in addition to the cost of registration, or $35 for those with race experience who's USAC license has expired. *This fee is in addition to the cost of Race Registration… this is set by USAC, we deeply apologize, but this is required. Visit the link below to purchase prior to registration.
PARKING: There will be plenty of parking for everyone. Primary parking will be in the Marbletown Fire Dept. paved lot and will be marked to prevent blocking the bay area should the Dept. get an emergency response call. Overflow parking will be in a well drained, flat fielded area. Either space can accommodate RV/ Camper parking for the night if you plan on coming out on Saturday to pre-ride and wish to stay the night.
The Fine Print:
No sleeveless jerseys, aero bars or extensions.
Mountain bikes allowed with bar ends removed.
Riders must wear a helmet at all times on property.
Cyclocross Racing Age is your age on December 31, 2027.
Parents must sign a waiver for children under 18 to race.
COURSE MAP: *NEW DESIGN FOR 2026 Coming Soon!!!
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*Please NOTE: The Upstate BMX track will be closed the weekend of the event and will be off limits. This is NOT part of the cyclocross course. Thank you for your understanding.
RACE ATMOSPHERE: There is plenty of space for spectators around the course with great vantage points of all the fun features throughout. Bring a chair! The energy will be high with music, live announcing, photographers, and vending with food and drinks provided by Upstate BMX. Relax, support your fellow racers, and most importantly… have fun!
Follow Us on Social Media for Race Weekend updates…
Facebook - facebook.com/marbletownmadnesscx
Instagram - instagram.com/marbletownmadnesscx
DONATIONS: This is an event in support of the Marbletown Volunteer Fire Department and all proceeds will go to helping support all of the hard work that they do throughout the year. Show them some love with a charitable donation at checkout to thank them for allowing us to hold this event.
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.
Obatron Productions' exercise arm, Obatron Fitness, is proud to present Nocturnal 12, a 12-hour fixed time race. Walker and mobility-impaired friendly. Diet sensitive. Hosted on Lake Ontario State Parkway Trail at Island Cottage Road to Dewey (43°16'21.2"N 77°39'42.3"W). Scroll for LOTS of details and see the menu sections for even more.
Most questions are answered here including:
How it Works
What You Get
Discount Offers and Referrals
Awards
Sponsors
Additional Details
How It Works
Fixed time races allow walkers and runners to traverse a loop, circuit, or other route that brings them back to a given start point repeatedly throughout the time allotted. Many allow you to stop during the race, leave the course, and return to do more miles. Some even allow you to start later than the official race start time. Most let you stop whenever you want and have whatever mileage you completed as of the last time through the start stand as your finish distance, even if that's only once through. Typically, your distance is calculated by multiplying the number of times you finished the route by the distance of the route as determined by the race director or other official. That means if your watch shows you did 39.77 miles, but you did 19 laps on a 2.06-mile course, then you will be recorded as having 39.14 miles.
What That Means for Distance
Our course is 2.06 miles long (1.03 out and another 1.03 back) along the paved Lake Ontario State Parkway Trail in Greece. To be considered a finisher, you must finish at least one out-and-back lap. Do as many laps as you want within the 12-hour time limit. Only completed laps count.
When/Where to Race, Packet Details & Food
Parking: Park on the wide shoulder on Island Cottage Road. The race takes place on the Lake Ontario State Parkway Trail from Island Cottage Road to Dewey Avenue. The race starts at 5 p.m. on Saturday, October 17, and ends at 5 a.m. on Sunday, October 18.
Late Night Munchies: Racers will have an all-night aid station. At registration, you'll have choices about dietary specifications. If you make no choices, we'll default to a traditional, unrestricted diet. If you choose contradictory things (vegan and traditional, for example), we'll default to traditional. Sample items include English Muffin or Mini Tortilla Pizzas, instant coffee, cookies, Gatorade, and cracker sandwiches.
Check-in/Packet Pick-up: Packets will be available 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. and will include the race bib and some goodies for race night. You can show up after 4:45 p.m., but you will not be able to start until the race director can stop what she's doing and check you in.
Other: Unclaimed registrations or prizes will not be shipped or held.
What You Get
Individual Racers
Medallion: A wooden keepsake medallion.
Shirt: Nocturnal 12 shirt in men's or women's sizing (whether performance material or other will depend upon availability at time of shirt cutoff); an alternate keepsake may be provided for those who miss the shirt cutoff (usually October 2, extended to 10/6 for 2025).
Late Night Munchies: A variety of night-time munchies to keep you moving.
Packet Expanders: Surprise items to round out your experience in keeping with a night-time theme.
Earned Extras: Opportunities to earn raffle tickets that get you more swag and chances to receive premier prizes from Obatron Fitness and any sponsors, predominantly through the Obatron Fitness Facebook Group. See Sponsors Prizes for Earned Extras below for more information. Examples of possible opportunities:
trivia
image scavenger hunt
multiple questions throughout the in-person race weekend
pre- and post-race activities
Race bib
Digital finisher's certificate for each race (ready the after the race)
RunGoo discount (See Sponsors from menu)
RoadID discount (See Sponsors from menu)
Facebook group to interact with fellow racers and their supporters as well as participate in challenges, ask questions, and get updates.
Cumulative Mileage Tokens: Earn tokens for making certain "landmark" distances such as 5K, 13.1 miles, 26.2 miles, and 50K. Items vary each year, but examples are keychains, socks, and mugs. One definite? Make it to 50 miles or more in 12 hours and you will get a Nocturnal 12 sweatshirt, blanket, or similar item.
Special Night Owl Award: Racers who are on the course throughout the night for at least part of every race hour will go home with a plush, squishy, or similar owl.
Optional space to set up your own aid station or tent. You may consider staying until sunrise although the event is over at 5 a.m.
Teams (Groups)
Teams are groups of four or more people who each do as much as they can throughout the 12-hour limit. (It's not a relay. Perhaps in the future, if there's enough interest and I can wrangle timing help.) Teams must be registered by 9/30 to be guaranteed team tokens or prizes as we have to order and/or create them. Besides the things individual racers get, teams also get:
Team token
Team standings if there is more than one
Small prize for team members with the most participation in Earned Extras Posts, if at least three teams are formed.
Team captains and members get bonus raffle tickets
Prizes for Earned Extras Participants and Racer Raffle
Prizes may include skin care items, sweet treats, stress relief trinkets, an entry into another Obatron Fitness race or training, RunGoo by Foot Kinetics, and other items to be determined annually. All racers get tickets for registering and have chances to earn more through social media participation and donating to Greece Ecumenical Food Shelf.
Discount Offers & Referrals
Being Part of a Team
Teams with four or more members get discounted registration. The first three people pay the price in effect for the race (Ex. $200). When the fourth person registers, that person pays the team rate (Ex. $190) and the first three people get a partial refund (Ex. $10). The fifth, sixth, and seventh members pay the same team rate as the fourth person (Ex. $190). However, when an eighth person joins, that person pays a new, lower rate (Ex. $175), triggering a partial refund to the first seven members ($15). In that way, the entire team would have paid the same price per person after all team discounts have been triggered, excluding any coupons or other discounts individual registrants might have had (Ex. $175 instead of $200). There are no further discounts for additional members.
Being in a Club
If you are a member of any club with a presence on RunSignUp (ex. GRRC, Fleet Feet Race Team, Medved, or Obatron Race Team), you get a discount at checkout for that. If you join a team within this race at registration, you get partial refunds when you get to enough people (detailed earlier in this section).
Referrals
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.
Caveats
While club and team discounts, coupons, and referral rebates may be combined, there is a discount floor to ensure we are fiscally responsible with our pricing. For example, if you could get a total of $11 off a race that only costs $16 to begin with and our floor is $10, you would pay $10, not $5 ($16-11).
Awards
Overall Performance: There will be a small token of placement for the top three highest overall finishers, irrespective of gender.
Teams: If there are three or more teams formed, there will be a small bonus prize for members of the most active group in the Earned Extras challenges. If there are five or more, there will be acknowledgement of the Top and Tenacious Team finishes. If only one or two teams are formed, there will be no planned prizes.
Personal Aid Station: It's near Halloween, so a perfect time to decorate! Whether it's a single chair, a lonely ice chest, or a whole tent, decorate your personal aid station for a chance to win a special prize. Bonus points for decorating yourself, too! There will be a small prize for Best Decorating.
Sponsors
As our sponsors come on board and provide logos, a full list will be available on our sponsors page. If you know someone who you think would be a good sponsor, let them know to contact the race director at [email protected]. Sponsors provide discounts, prizes, or cash and make their clients aware of the event in exchange for advertising and an optional discount for their clients.
Additional Details
Changes and Updates
I will post additional details as they are finalized. Any changes will be updated here, on the Obatron Fitness Facebook page, in our Facebook group, and communicated through RunSignUp messaging.
Restroom Needs
There will be a portable toilet on site and a separate handwashing station near the aid station. Please note: temperatures in October can be rather chilly and the water will not be particularly warm. We'll add hot water as we're able to take the chill off without melting the water container. Camp safe soap will be provided.
Training
For those wanting formal training, contact us and we can get you on our schedule for group or personal coaching in Greece. Remote coaching also possible.
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.
This year's 5K walk is in person on October 25th and can be a solo virtual event for you if you cannot make it on the 19th (Walk anytime, anywhere in the month of October to raise funds for mental health care for the uninsured and underinsured).
This walk benefits Spiritus Christi Mental Health Center, where we are celebrating 24 years of providing access to mental health care and support to people who need it, regardless of their insurance status or income. Our volunteer staff of therapists, social workers, and advocates helps people get the care they need to live safe, healthy, less stressful lives. Last year, 204 people participated in one or more of our programs.
Every $100 raised gets you one free raffle ticket! Download the Sponsor form and send out the link to this site to receive donations.
Sponsor Form can be found at scmentalhealth.org.
Pumpkins In The Park 5K & Kids 1/2 Mile
Cobb's Hill Park | 100 Norris Drive | Rochester, NY
Saturday, October 31, 2026
5K @ 9:00am | Kids 1/2 Mile @ 10:00am
A Family-Friendly Halloween-Themed Event
Get those Halloween Costumes Ready!
Run or Walk through Cobbs Hill Area!
This long-standing Halloween tradition has been a festive family friendly event! The 5K offers a view of the stunning cityscape from one of the highest points of Rochester. The Kids 1/2 Mile (for kids ages 4-12) is an absolute blast running around the fields of Cobbs Hill.
Offering In person and virtual option
In-Person Entry Includes:
Long sleeve cotton t-shirt with 5K entry - Must register by Oct 11th to guarantee a shirt. (Additional fee with Kids 1/2 Mile Race)
Custom Pumpkins in the Park Bib Number
RFID timing w/ live online results and text/email notification of your results (must opt in to receive)
Overall and Age Group Awards
Post Race Treats
Fun, scenic USATF Certified 5k course through the Cobbs Hill Neighborhood and the best view of downtown
Finisher medal to all finishers
Kids Racers get a Halloween candy bag at the finish line and a pumpkin (if the pumpkin crops come in well)
Virtual Entry Includes:
Long sleeve cotton t-shirt with 5K entry - Must register by Oct 11th to guarantee a shirt. (Additional fee with Kids 1/2 Mile Race)
Online Results
Finisher medal to all registrants
Digital Bib
Digital/Printable Finishers Certificate
Shipping for your shirt/medal (within the US)
*The virtual is YOUR race! Choose your favorite route and run/walk it on your time!
Submit your results any time between 9am, October 31 - 11:59pm, November 8.
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 scenario, there will be no refunds, transfers, or deferrals allowed unless otherwise stated.