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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.

19 upcoming races · 14 with finish-time stats

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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.

Largest field1,162 finishersFleet Feet Rochester Half Marathonin the Half MarathonLongest-running5th year5th Annual Steven Derks Memorial 5Kannual tradition
Sun, Sep 20, 2026Fleet Feet Rochester Half Marathon Rochester, NYHalf Marathon5KFrom $47Details Sun, Sep 20, 20262026 PGXC Race Series Rochester, NY5K4 Miles6K8KFrom $25Details Sat, Sep 26, 20265th Annual Steven Derks Memorial 5K Rochester, NY5KFrom $25Details Sat, Sep 26, 20264th Annual Brighton Believes 5K Rochester, NY5K1 MileFrom $20Details Sun, Oct 4, 2026The Accessible 5K Rochester, NY5K1 Mile400m100mFrom $5Register Sat, Oct 10, 2026ROCtoberfest 5K Rochester, NY5KFrom $33Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Nocturnal 12 Rochester, NYFrom $70Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026The Little Way 5K Rochester, NY5KFrom $40Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Run Like Hell 5K Rochester, NY5KFrom $35Details Sun, Oct 25, 2026Spiritus Christi Riverwalk for Mental Health Rochester, NY5KFreeDetails Sun, Oct 25, 2026UR Medicine Home Care Hospice 5K Rochester, NY5K1.25 MilesFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Pumpkins In The Park 5K & Kids 1/2 Mile Rochester, NY5K5K0.5 MilesFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Town of Greece Trick-or-Trot Rochester, NY5KFrom $30Register Sat, Nov 7, 2026Wegmans East Avenue Grocery Run Rochester, NY10K5K1KFrom $30Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026The Feast Thanksgiving Day Run/Walk Rochester, NY5 Miles2 Miles0.5 MilesFrom $39Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Race with Grace 5K AND 10K Rochester, NY10K5KFrom $30Details Sun, Dec 20, 2026Reindeer Run 5K & Kids 1/2 Mile Rochester, NY5KFrom $33Details Sat, May 8, 2027Pink & Teal Challenge Rochester, NY5KFrom $10Details Sun, Jun 6, 2027RHSC's Super Hear-O 5K & Family Fun Run Rochester, NY1 Mile5KFrom $35Details

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 Sep 10, 2026.

Common Questions About Racing in Rochester

What race distances can I run in Rochester?

Rochester has 5K (17). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.

When is race season in Rochester?

October is the busiest month for races in Rochester, with 9 of the 19, followed by September with 4. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.

How early should I register for a race in Rochester?

11 of the 19 races in Rochester already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.

Are Rochester races beginner-friendly?

Yes, for the most part. Across the 14 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.