Join us In Person or Virtually on Sunday, September 21st!

Half Marathon & 5K

(Virtual offered until August 31st & In-person options offered until Sept 20th at 3:45PM)

Feel the energy around every corner. Come celebrate all that Rochester has to offer.  The breathtaking views along the historic Genesee River. The overwhelming crowd support from neighbors and volunteers. The perfect mix of elevation changes to keep you challenged. The inspiration from participants alongside you. The Rochester 1/2 Marathon & 5K has it all.

Start Location: 

Maplewood Park, Rochester, NY by Tennis Courts (Map of Location)
**This is a point-to-point event. Participants are transported via bus from Innovative Field.**
There is absolutely NO PARKING at the Start Line Neighborhood

Finish Location: 

Innovative Field, Rochester, NY on Morrie Silver Way
(Map of Location)

Start Times:

• The half marathon starts at 7:30AM. 
• The 5K starts at 7:40AM
• Please note at this time the event is a mass start for each race

The Virtual 5K and Half Marathon can be completed from September 21, 2025 @ 7am - September 28, 2025 @ 11:59pm

 Amenities

Live Registration Includes

• A chance to enjoy the gorgeous course, be with others and celebrate Rochester!
• Electronic Timing
• Online Results
• Post Race Food
• Finisher Medal
• Short-sleeve Tech shirts (5K) - guaranteed if registered by August 24th, upgrade to crewneck sweatshirt for $25
• Crew Neck Sweatshirt (Half) or gender specific Long Sleeve Tech Shirt (YOU CHOOSE) - guaranteed if registered by August 24th
• Printable custom finisher certificate
• Note: Shirt color subject to change based on availability due to supply chain
• Free Shuttle Bus from Innovative Field to Start Line for Participants Only

Virtual Registration Includes (Virtual Registration Closes August 31st)

• 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
• Short-sleeve Tech shirts (5K) - guaranteed if registered by August 24th, upgrade to crewneck sweathsirt for $25
• CrewNeck Sweatshirt (Half) or gender specific Long Sleeve Tech Shirt (YOU CHOOSE)  - guaranteed if registered by August 24th (depicted below)
• Printable custom finisher certificate
• Complete your race and submit your results between September 21, 2025 @ 7am - September 28, 2025 @ 11:59pm

(Please note: Shirt Color subject to change based on availability) - guaranteed if registered by August 24th

*Due to supply chain challenges shirts are guaranteed if registered by August 24th

FEES

Caps can be enacted.  Virtual Offer ends August 31st

View Fees and Fee Increase dates here

* Registrations are subject to processing fees as noted on Run Sign Up.  Fees Tiers Increase based on the date schedule above

** Fees include Bus Pass for In person Event

Packet Pickup

Currently In Person Packet Pickup is planned to be held at Fleet Feet @ The Armory - 155 Culver Rd, Rochester, NY 14620.  It is HIGHLY ADVISED to go to Packet Pickup.  Others may pick up your packet for you. You do not want to wait until Race Day.

• Friday, September 19th from 12PM - 6PM
• Saturday, September 20th from 10AM - 4PM
• Not Advised: Sunday, September 21st at Innovative Field inside the gates from 5:30AM to 7AM SHARP.  Again waiting until race day is not advised. You will need to pick up your packet BEFORE catching the bus to the Start line. 

Drop Bag Service

There will be complimentary Drop Bag Service at the start line courtesy of Fleet Feet.  Some caviats:

• All items must fit into the drop bag provided at packet pickup.  No other bags will be accepted.
• You must put your bib number on your drop bag - legibly.
• Because the 5K finishes so quickly, we indeed will not be able to get back to the finish and sort quickly.  That said, bags for 5K pickup will be available at the finish line area starting at 8:30AM
• You must show your bib number in order to get your drop bag
• Please do not place any valuables such as car keys, money etc... in the bag
• We are not responsible for the loss of any items

Time Cutoff

You must maintain a 16 min/mile in order to finish within the 11AM time cutoff.  Here is a pace chart to help determine where you are at by pace.  Volunteers and on course support support will cease at the following time cuts based on the 16 minute mile.  At this time road re-openings will occur as well.  The finish line will close promptly at 11AM. We will be offering a shuttle service for those who do not make the cut offs at specific course spots - TBD

Pace Chart

Awards

Please note there is no awards ceremony, but there will be an awards table in the Athlete Village. 5K Awards will be ready at the table starting at 8:50AM. We need to have the majority of athletes through first. The Half Marathon Awards will start to become available at 9:30AM, then an updated list will be provided every half hour until 11AM.  All in person and virtual finishers will be able to download a FInishers Certificate. 

Half Marathon Awards

• Cash Prizes for Top 5 Male/Female in Half Marathon

  • 1st M/F = $250
  • 2nd M/F = $100
  • 3rd M/F = $75
  • 4th M/F = $50
  • 5th M/F = $25

• Top 3 in Half Marathon Age Groups by Male & Female in 5 Year Age Groups for 5K & Half: (19 and Under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and Up)
• Cash Prize Winners must supply provided 1099 document back to race directors within the timeframe requested and we will send you a check to the address on the 1099

5K Awards

• Top 3 in 5K Age Groups by Male & Female in 5 Year Age Groups for 5K & Half: (14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and Up)