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Description
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.
Amenities
*Shirt Color subject to change based on availability
5Kers can upgrade to a Crewneck Sweatshirt for $25
Vintage swag will be available at Friday/Saturday Packet Pickup on first come first serve should we run out during registration
The Sights & Sounds
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 Fleet Feet Rochester 1/2 Marathon & 5K has it all.
The Fleet Feet 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 of the High Falls District 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.
Half Marathon Cash Prizes
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
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
Kids 1/2 Mile
Kids 1/2 Mile
Creating Rochester Runners!
There is a Virtual Kids 1/2 Mile available
Race time is at 10:30 am on Sunday, September 20th 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. We will have escorts available at specific times to walk the participant from Innovative Field to the Kids 1/2 Mile Start. 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 4 to 12 ONLY.
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Website for further details: https://www.rochestermarathon.com/events/kidshalfmarathon
Kids 1/2 Mile Race Day COURSE MAP
Kids Tee Offer
- Kids 1/2 Mile tee offer Ends August 23rd
*Shirt Color subject to change based on availability
Beneficiary - Designated Charity
Join us in supporting Downtown ROCs!
A non-profit organization who serves to beautify Downtown Rochester, NY.
We're just like you...
We ❤ Downtown!
You might even say we're a little obsessed.
That's because we believe that a healthy, vibrant & beautiful downtown Rochester is essential to the prosperity of our entire region... All 1.1 million of us!
So our mission is to revitalize downtown Rochester through transformative beautification and placemaking projects that replace blight with beauty.
We achieve this through efforts such as litter removal, flower planting, public art, and other placemaking and "tactical urbanism" projects.
By collaborating with downtown residents and stakeholders, we develop "win-win" partnerships that help downtown realize its true potential as the beating heart of our community
Learn More/Donate Here
Create a Fundraising Team Here
*Teams that raise over $1500 by September 1st get to bring their own 10x10 tent and have a VIP spot near Athlete Village.
We reserve the right to cap the number of spots/some exclusions apply. All eligible winners must follow designated rules surrounding this special space - TBD. We will be contacting eligible fundraising teams after September 1st.
Fleet Feet Grand Prix presented by HOKA
The half marathon event is part of the 9-Race Fleet Feet Grand Prix Series Presented by HOKA.
Eligible participants compete for over $15,000 in cash prizes and HOKA footwear throughout the series.
No registration necessary for the series.
Race Website
Additional race information can be found at http://www.rochestermarathon.com.
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