Run Our River 5K Series April 9 - Race 1
Tuesday, 9 April 2024· 18:15· Rochester, NY, 14608, US
About this race
Run our River 2024: SECOND Tuesday!
Description: Join us on the SECOND Tuesday of every month for a 5K race along the river. The course will remain the same throughout the summer so you'll get the chance to compare your progress throughout the year. **Keep in mind the River Path is a PUBLIC path, so there will be other runners, walkers and bikers on the path, please be aware of your surroundings, headphones are discouraged**
People of all speeds and abilities are welcome and encouraged. Sign up for 1 race or the entire series of 6 races!
WHAT YOU GET: Officially timed race, live results, series leaderboard, a chance for prizes for each race. Each month you run you are entered into the series race page to see how your time stacks up throughout the entire series.
Those who registered for the series prior to May 14th (Race 2) get a GIVEAWAY ITEM
You must complete 4/6 races to be eligible to win overall series awards! (Age Group and Series) Each race will have a small give-away (expect a nutrition item or small running related knick-knack)
Vibe: Low frills, everyone encouraging each other to do their best. Fast times, slow times... lets make some memories.
Registration: Opens February 15th
Packet Pickup for ALL RACES
Monday Prior to Race Day: 12-6 at Rochester Running Company
Tuesday DAY OF RACE: 11- 4 at Rochester Running Company (hard cut off at 4PM) and 5:30 - 6:15 PM at the course
When: April 9, May 14, June 11, July 9, August 13, September 10
Race starts at 6:15pm SHARP at the River Path
Race Map: USATF Certified course - See Below
START/FINISH: Behind Rabbit Hole Tavern (284 Exchange Blvd, Rochester, NY 14608)
Cost: $25.00each race or $110 for the series
(Kids/Young adults under 18 years of age are $11.00)
Bundle Option: Sign up for all series races for $110. That's 6 races and a GIVEAWAY ITEM Limit first 100. Even if you can't do every race, you just need to complete 4 to win series prizes. **KEEP YOUR BIB FOR EVERY RACE**
Post Race: Results will be posted online following the race. Make sure to sign up for notifications for text or email results
Post race party is optional at TBD
Parking: Exchange Street Bar and Grill Parking Lot, Street Parking (After 5p is free), Surrounding Corn Hill Area,
** DO NOT PARK IN THE SAME PLAZA (Corn Hill Landing Plaza) AS THE RACE START/FINISH AREA**
Bathrooms: Exchange Bar and Grill
Run our Trails: Sign Up
From the Running Store that brought you Run our River Series, comes a new Series... Run our Trail! That's right we are back again, this time running our trails. Run our Trails will be the the LAST Tuesday of every month (April - September) We will be reserving the Hopkins Point Lodge in Mendon Ponds Park for restroom access. The plan is to run the various trails around Mendon Ponds Park, each month will be a different trail with a slightly different distance as well.
What to expect
Written from race dataThe Run Our River 5K Series, now in its first race on April 9th, 2024, is a recurring event held in Rochester, NY (14608). While specific historical details for this particular series are not provided, its positioning as a "Series Race 1" suggests it's part of a larger, established set of runs. Participants can anticipate a standard 5K distance, suitable for runners of all levels, from beginners to seasoned athletes looking for a competitive pace. The typical terrain for races held in Rochester, particularly those potentially tracing the river, often features paved pathways, park trails, and potentially some sections with minor elevation changes. Given the April date, runners should be prepared for variable spring weather conditions, which could range from cool and crisp to potentially wet and breezy. The "River" in the event title strongly implies that the course will likely offer scenic views of the Genesee River, providing a picturesque backdrop to the run. Expect a community-focused atmosphere common to local 5K events.
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