5k Run for Fun / 1M Walk for Wellness - Registration: 8 a.m. Start: 9 a.m.

Saturday, October 14, 2023 Past event
9:15 AM EDT
Rochester, New York
$33.50 · 2 races
5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join the vibrant community of Rochester, Monroe, for the 18th Annual 5K Run for Fun and 1 Mile Walk for Wellness on Saturday, October 14, 2023! This exciting in-person event kicks off at 9 a.m. for the 5K run and at 9:15 a.m. for the 1-mile walk, with registration opening bright and early at 8 a.m. The USATF certified 5K course is mostly flat, winding through a picturesque residential neighborhood with just a couple of gentle hills, perfect for runners looking to achieve personal bests.

Not only is this a fantastic opportunity to get active and enjoy the beautiful fall weather, but all proceeds from the event go towards supporting vital programs and services for individuals with physical, intellectual, and developmental disabilities. Participants can look forward to cash prizes for top finishers, an event t-shirt (while supplies last), and delicious post-race snacks. Gather your friends, family, and colleagues for a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit. Don’t miss out—register today and be part of this meaningful event!

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Races

  • 5k Run for Fun

    Incl. $3.50 Fee & Event T-Shirt

    5K Run/Walk

    9:00 AM EDT

    $33.50

    Entries closed
  • 1 Mile Walk for Wellness

    Incl. $3.50 Fee & Event T-Shirt

    1 Mile Walk

    9:15 AM EDT

    $33.50

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

If you are interested in participating, we will allow for walk-in racer/walkers. Please arrive with enough time to register before our 9 or 9:15 start time. Check-in/Registration will open at 8 a.m.

Our 18th Annual 5K Run for Fun / 1M Walk for Wellness will be completely IN-PERSON on Saturday, October 14, 2023, at CP Rochester, 3399 Winton Road S. Rochester, NY (Please note the FALL date!). This USATF certified 5K Course (NY17100KL) is mostly flat and runs through a residential neighborhood with one or two gentle hills. Runners should get excellent times from this course! All proceeds from this event help fund programs and services offered through Ability Partners agencies: CP Rochester, Happiness House, and Rochester Rehabilitation, which provide services to adults and children with physical, intellectual, and developmental disabilities. These programs and services include physical, occupational, and speech therapies; housing; early intervention and preschool programs; day and community habilitation; respite care; recreational and adapted sports programs; employment services; family support; and more.

THINGS TO KNOW
Registration Fee: $25
5K Run Start Time: 9:00am*
1 Mile Walk Start Time: 9:15am* (quickly following the Run start time)

WHAT IS INCLUDED
Cash & Prizes to 5K top winners and top fundraisers
Event t-shirt *while supplies last*
Post-race snacks

Stay tuned to our SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES for updates: HAPPINESS HOUSE https://www.facebook.com/HappinessHouseCP; CP ROCHESTER https://www.facebook.com/cprochester; ROCHESTER REHABILITATION https://www.facebook.com/RochesterRehabilitation

Recruit your friends, family, and colleagues to join us for the 5K Run for Fun / 1 Mile Walk for Wellness. Register today!

Pre-race packet pickup will be available in the bus loop at CP Rochester (3399 Winton Rd, Rochester) Friday, October 13 from 8:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.
If you cannot attend pick up during this time, please contact us to make other arrangements.

Location

3399 Winton Road South, Rochester, 14623, NY, United States

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