Registration for Kids Events Opens June 1st
Live 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 15th
• (Half Marathon) Long-sleeve tech shirt - size guaranteed if registered by August 15th
• Printable custom finisher certificate
*Fee includes Bus Pass for 1/2 & 5K Participant to start line
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 15th
• (Half Marathon) Long-sleeve tech shirt - size guaranteed if registered by August 15th
• Printable custom finisher certificate
• Complete your race and submit your results between 7am, Sunday, September 24th and 11:59pm, Sunday, October 1st
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.
Feel the energy around every corner. Celebrate the goodness 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.
The Rochester Half Marathon & 5K is a sight to see. The Half Marathon starting at Maplewood Park heading north to Charlotte via the beautiful Turning Point Trail along the Genesee River towards the O'Rorke Bridge overlooking Lake Ontario and the majesticness of the harbor. Heading south along the festive neighborhoods of Irondequoit then towards Seneca Park Zoo with another fantastic bridge overlook. Continue south along the Genesee River through historic Maplewood Park then towards the lower falls over the RGE Bridge to the final stretch by the popular Genesee Brewery over the falls at Pont de Rennes Bridge toward the final energy filled finish line stretch in front of Innovative Field - Home of the Red Wings.
The 5K follows along the final 3.1 miles the half marathon so 5Kers can also experience the final two bridges and fall overlooks finishing at Innovative Field. The kids race starts right in the heart of High Falls Industrial District where once upon a time the Flower City utilized the falls and the river to help build Rochester. Kids too get to experience the same robust finish line as the other two races.
Race time is at 10:30 am on Sunday, September 24th at the corner of Furnace & Browns Race by High Falls/Pont de Renne Bridge.
This is a point to point race, Walking to the start line will be required. It's less than a 1/2 mile from finish. Give yourself 15-20 minutes to get to the start line. You'll be able to cheer on 1/2 Marathon athletes as you walk to the start. . The kids will finish under the big arch where everyone else finishes. The Kids 1/2 Mile will get their own specific finishers medal. Must register to participate.
Both above events are for ages 5 to 12 ONLY.
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Kids 13.1 Program & 1/2 Mile Race on Sept 24
Sunday, September 24, 2023
Website for further details: https://www.rochestermarathon.com/events/kidshalfmarathon
The Kids 13.1 Program is a great way for kids 5 to 12 to participate in the Rochester 1/2 Marathon & 5K festivities with their very own race and program. As a participant, your child will run or walk the distance of a half marathon (13.1 miles) over the course of three weeks. With the final 1/2 mile culminating at the race on September 24th where they will earn their medal.
How It Works
At the Kids 13.1 Program Kickoff (Wednesday, August 30th at 6PM at Fleet Feet @ The Armory (155 Culver Rd, Rochester, NY 14620)), the first .6 miles will be run together. This is where you will receive everything you need to complete the Kids 13.1 Program. Then using the honor system, your child will track the miles they run or walk (in 1/2 mile increments) on their official tracking form. Their goal should be to complete 4ish miles each week for a total of 12ish miles, such that the final 1/2 mile is with everyone on race day.
To keep them motivated along the way, they can bring their tracking form into any Fleet Feet location (Armory: 155 Culver Road or| Victor: 237 High Street Ext) to receive a high five and a toe token once they've reached certain milestones. These rewards are available at any time the stores are open.
Kids 1/2 Mile Race on Sept 24
You can also just register for the 1/2 mile race! On Sunday, September 24th at 10:30am we'll gather at corner of Furnace & Browns Race by High Falls/Pont de Renne Bridge. This is a point to point race, Walking to the start line will be required. The walk is less than a 1/2 mile from finish. Give yourself 15-20 minutes to get to the start line. You'll be able to cheer on 1/2 Marathon athletes as you walk to the start. They will finish at the official Rochester 1/2 Marathon | 5K & Kids 1/2 Mile finish line & receive their official finisher's medal!
Kids 1/2 Mile Race Day COURSE MAP
Kids Tee Offer
Additional race information can be found at http://www.rochestermarathon.com.
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