What race distances can I run in Rochester?
Rochester has 5K (18), 10K (3), Half Marathon (3). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
New York · Race calendar
2026-2027 Running Races in Rochester, New York
Upcoming running races in and near Rochester, New York - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
23 upcoming races · 16 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Rochester races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sun, Sep 20, 20262026 PGXC Race Series Rochester, NYFrom $25Details Sun, Oct 25, 2026Spiritus Christi Riverwalk for Mental Health Rochester, NYFreeDetails Sun, Oct 25, 2026UR Medicine Home Care Hospice 5K Rochester, NYRegistration closedFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Pumpkins In The Park 5K & Kids 1/2 Mile Rochester, NYFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Town of Greece Trick-or-Trot Rochester, NYFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Wegmans East Avenue Grocery Run Rochester, NYFrom $35Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026The Feast Thanksgiving Day Run/Walk Rochester, NYFrom $40Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Race with Grace 5K AND 10K Rochester, NYFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 28, 2026Winter Wonderland Run Rochester, NYFrom $30Details Sun, Dec 13, 2026Santa Stampede - Rochester, NY Rochester, NYFrom $20Details Sun, Dec 20, 2026Reindeer Run 5K & Kids 1/2 Mile Rochester, NYFrom $35Details Sat, Jan 9, 2027Fleet Feet Four Season Challenge Rochester, NYFrom $65Details Sat, Jan 9, 2027Winter Warrior Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon & Half Marathon Relay Rochester, NYFrom $42Details Sun, Jan 17, 2027Sugar Bowl 5K - Polar Cats Series Race #2 Rochester, NYFrom $25Details Sun, Feb 14, 2027Super Bowl 5K- Polar Cats Race #3 Rochester, NYFrom $25Details Sun, Feb 28, 2027Cereal Bowl 5K- Polar Cats Bowl Series #4 Rochester, NYFrom $25Details Sun, Apr 11, 2027The Accessible 5K Rochester, NYRegistration opens Feb 5, 2027From $5Details Tue, Apr 13, 2027Run Our River 5K Series Rochester, NYRegistration opens Jan 24, 2027From $25Details Sun, Apr 25, 2027Rochester Regional Health Flower City Challenge Rochester, NYRegistration opens Nov 1From $32Details Fri, May 7, 2027Pink & Teal Challenge Rochester, NYRegistration opens Dec 1From $20Details Sun, May 16, 2027Fairlife Lilac Run 5K/10K Rochester, NYRegistration opens Nov 30From $15Details Sun, Jun 6, 2027RHSC's Super Hear-O 5K & Family Fun Run Rochester, NYRegistration opens Feb 27, 2027From $35Details Sun, Sep 19, 2027Fleet Feet Rochester Half Marathon Rochester, NYRegistration opens Jan 20, 2027From $28Details
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Races in Nearby Cities
More race calendars close to Rochester. Miles are measured center to center, so treat them as a rough guide.
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Oct 25, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Rochester
When is race season in Rochester?
October is the busiest month for races in Rochester, with 4 of the 23, followed by November with 4. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Rochester races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 16 races in Rochester with published results, the typical median finish is around 34:52, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a race in Rochester?
Browse Rochester run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.