2026 PGXC Race Series
- Date Sun 20th September 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Rochester, New York
- Price Free - $85.00
- Races 7 races
- Distances 5km, 5 Mile
Event summary
The PGXC series spans five thrilling races across stunning locations in upstate New York, including Buffalo and Syracuse, culminating in a championship day on November 15. Participants will compete for individual age group prizes, team awards, and, of course, the coveted bragging rights among local clubs. With prizes like Wegman's gift cards and custom PGXC Nalgene Bottles up for grabs, this is an event you won't want to miss. Lace up your running shoes and join the fun on September 20th—let's make this a memorable race day!
Organiser's Description
RACE 2 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 04
RACE 3 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 - SYRACUSE, NY
RACE 4 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1 - ROCHESTER, NY
RACE 5 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15
CURRENT SERIES STANDINGS: ARCHIVED RESULTS [https://runsignup.com/Race/PeteGlavinXCSeries/Page/Historical-Results-1]
COME RUN THE BEST CROSS COUNTRY RACES IN UPSTATE NY FOR OPEN AND MASTERS RUNNERS. INDIVIDUAL AND CLUB MEMBERS COMPETE FOR INDIVIDUAL AGE GROUP PRIZES AND TEAM AWARDS. MEMBERS OF UPSTATE NY CLUBS COMPETE FOR SERIES POINTS, AWARDS, AND BRAGGING RIGHTS. CHAMPIONSHIP DAY IS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15TH.
These races are for the most experienced runners as well as beginners to the sport of Cross Country running. Its fun for all and anyone may participate. The PGXC series is now in its 37th year with five races hosted by local clubs in locations throughout the Western NY.
PGXC SERIES AWARDS: Overall winners M/W - $100 Wegman's gift card, Age Group winners in 10 year increments - $50 Wegman's gift card, Top 10 in every age group - Custom PGXC Nalgene Bottle. Top 3 teams in each age group will receive awards
REGISTRATION: All runners are strongly encouraged to pre-register online.
Races
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PGXC Series
Incl. T-Shirt (8/23 Cutoff)
Sun 20th September 2026 (11:00AM EDT)
$85.00
OPENS 01 JUNIncludes free Banquet on Championship Day (Nov 15) Day of registration is available from 9:30-10:30 am -
Race 1 - 9/20
Incl. T-Shirt (8/23 Cutoff)
Sun 20th September 2026 (11:00AM EDT)
$25.00
OPENS 01 JUNDay of registration is available from 9:30-10:30 am -
Race 2 - 10/04
Sun 4th October 2026 (11:00AM EDT)
$25.00
OPENS 01 JUNDay of registration is available from 9:30-10:30 am -
Race 3 - 10/18
Sun 18th October 2026 (11:00AM EDT)
$25.00
OPENS 01 JUNDay of registration is available from 9:30-10:30 am -
Race 4 - 11/01 (Doubles as the Niagara Championship)
Sun 1st November 2026 (11:00AM EST)
$25.00
OPENS 01 JUNDay of registration is available from 9:30-10:30 am This race doubles as the USATF Niagara Championships -
Race 5 -11/15
Sun 15th November 2026 (11:00AM EST)
$25.00
OPENS 01 JUNDay of registration is available from 9:30-10:30 am -
U13 - Kids Race 1 - 9/20
Sun 20th September 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 01 JULThis is a run for our younger kids to enjoy the sport of cross country
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