Fairlife Lilac Run 5K/10K presented by Fleet Feet
- Date Sun 17th May 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Rochester, New York
- Price $18.15 - $65.30
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the 2026 Fairlife Lilac Run 5K and 10K, taking place on Sunday, May 17th in the beautiful Highland Park, Rochester, Monroe! This is not just any race; it's a vibrant celebration coinciding with the final day of the beloved Lilac Festival. Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including the 5K starting at 8:00 AM, the 10K at 9:30 AM, and the delightful Tim Hortons Timbits Trot at 11:30 AM, perfect for families looking to enjoy a fun mile run with delicious treats along the way!
Join in the fun by running or walking in one, two, or all three events. Those who sign up for the Double Dash will receive exclusive Lilac-themed goodies and a custom medal slider. Plus, the post-race festivities will keep the party going with music, delicious Fairlife chocolate milk, and FREE Normatec recovery sessions to help you unwind after the race. Don't miss out on Medal Monday, where you can get your race medal engraved with your finish time! With awards for top finishers and age group prizes, this event promises to be
Join in the fun by running or walking in one, two, or all three events. Those who sign up for the Double Dash will receive exclusive Lilac-themed goodies and a custom medal slider. Plus, the post-race festivities will keep the party going with music, delicious Fairlife chocolate milk, and FREE Normatec recovery sessions to help you unwind after the race. Don't miss out on Medal Monday, where you can get your race medal engraved with your finish time! With awards for top finishers and age group prizes, this event promises to be
Organiser's Description
The 2026 Fairlife Lilac Run 5K & 10K presented by Fleet Feet will take place on the FINAL day of the Lilac Festival at Highland Park. Both in-person and virtual race experiences will be offered! Join us for the 47th annual race on Sunday, May 17th for the in person Fairlife Lilac Run 5K, 10K presented by Fleet Feet and Tim Hortons Timbits Trot! Choose to run or walk in one, two (Double Dash) or all three events (Double Dash + Tim Hortons Timbits Trot)! If you register for the Double Dash and participate in both the 5K & 10K you will get receive a Lilac item and a custom medal slider. Register by April 30th to be guaranteed a t-shirt!
Time:
* 5K begins at 8:00AM (all 5K participants need to be done by 9:20AM)
* 10K begins at 9:30AM (all 10K participants need to be done by 11:20AM)
* Tim Hortons Timbits Trot begins at 11:30AM
Location:
* Highland Park - the site of the Lilac Festival
Packet Pick Up Details:
* Location: Fleet Feet @ The Armory - 155 Culver Road Rochester 14620
* Times: Thursday May, 14 from 10am-7pm, Friday, May 15 from 10am - 7pm and Saturday, May 16 from 10am - 4pm.
Awards:
Male & Female Overall Winners in the 5K & 10K will win a pair of Karhu shoes to be redeemed at Fleet Feet
Age Group Awards will be given in the following age increments: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69,70-74, 75-79 and 80+
* 1st place will win a pair of Goodr sunglasses
* 2nd and 3rd place a store voucher to Fleet Feet
Post party will include music, post race food including chocolate milk provided by Fairlife! Treat your body after the fun with FREE Normatec recovery sessions available provided by Fleet Feet.
Keep the celebration going Monday after the race, May 18th, with Medal Monday at Fleet Feet the Armory from 11am - 6pm . Stop in to get your medal engraved with your finish line time for FREE! What a fun keepsake!
What is the Tim Hortons Timbits Trot? Who doesn't love donuts!?!? Participate in the trot which is a 1 mile fun run down Highland Ave. Run a half mile, get Tim Hortons timbits and run back. The perfect fun run to do with the family!
Camp Sunshine is the non-profit of choice this year. Consider a donation with your registration to support their fully accessible residential summer camp that has met the needs of children and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and city youth for over 100 years.
Time:
* 5K begins at 8:00AM (all 5K participants need to be done by 9:20AM)
* 10K begins at 9:30AM (all 10K participants need to be done by 11:20AM)
* Tim Hortons Timbits Trot begins at 11:30AM
Location:
* Highland Park - the site of the Lilac Festival
Packet Pick Up Details:
* Location: Fleet Feet @ The Armory - 155 Culver Road Rochester 14620
* Times: Thursday May, 14 from 10am-7pm, Friday, May 15 from 10am - 7pm and Saturday, May 16 from 10am - 4pm.
Awards:
Male & Female Overall Winners in the 5K & 10K will win a pair of Karhu shoes to be redeemed at Fleet Feet
Age Group Awards will be given in the following age increments: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69,70-74, 75-79 and 80+
* 1st place will win a pair of Goodr sunglasses
* 2nd and 3rd place a store voucher to Fleet Feet
Post party will include music, post race food including chocolate milk provided by Fairlife! Treat your body after the fun with FREE Normatec recovery sessions available provided by Fleet Feet.
Keep the celebration going Monday after the race, May 18th, with Medal Monday at Fleet Feet the Armory from 11am - 6pm . Stop in to get your medal engraved with your finish line time for FREE! What a fun keepsake!
What is the Tim Hortons Timbits Trot? Who doesn't love donuts!?!? Participate in the trot which is a 1 mile fun run down Highland Ave. Run a half mile, get Tim Hortons timbits and run back. The perfect fun run to do with the family!
Camp Sunshine is the non-profit of choice this year. Consider a donation with your registration to support their fully accessible residential summer camp that has met the needs of children and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and city youth for over 100 years.
Races
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Fairlife 5K Presented by Fleet Feet
Incl. $3.61 Fee & Unisex Tri-Blend T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.61
Join us for our In-Person Fairlife Lilac Run 5K presented by Fleet Feet. Finishers will receive a Finisher Medal and t-shirt. The course begins on Highland Avenue near the Purple Crosswalk and takes a scenic route through the suburb of Brighton. -
Fairlife 10K Presented by Fleet Feet
Incl. $4.29 Fee & Unisex Tri-Blend T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$49.29
Join us for our In-Person Fairlife Lilac Run 10K presented by Fleet Feet. Finishers will receive a Finisher Medal and t-shirt. The course begins on Highland Avenue near the Purple Crosswalk and takes a scenic route through the suburb of Brighton. -
Tim Hortons Timbits Trot
Incl. $3.15 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (11:30AM EDT)
$18.15
Runners, walkers, kids and adults are ready to dash for their timbit donuts! Enjoy this 1 mile family fun run which includes running a half mile, grabbing your timbits and running back. -
Double Dash! 5K & 10K
Incl. $5.30 Fee & Unisex Tri-Blend T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$65.30
Join us for BOTH the In-Person Farilife Lilac Run 5K & 10K presented by Fleet Feet. Participate in the 5K and turn right back around and run the 10K! Finishers will receive one medal when finishing the 5K and a medal slider when finishing the 10K along with a race t-shirt and Lilac item. The course begins on Highland Avenue near the Purple Crosswalk and takes a scenic route through the suburb of Brighton. -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt
$43.95
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Virtual 10K
Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt
$43.95
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