Karknocker 5K Race/Walk - 28th Annual
- Date Fri 25th July 2025
- Time 7:00PM EST
- Location East Rochester, New York
- Price $28.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for the 28th Annual Karknocker 5K Race/Walk, happening on Friday, July 25, 2025, in the charming East Rochester, Monroe! This exciting community event starts at 7:00 PM at the East Rochester School District campus, located at 200 Woodbine Ave. Participants can look forward to a USATF Certified Course (NY13030KL) that promises a fun and competitive atmosphere.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a walk, the Karknocker 5K welcomes everyone. The first 200 registrants will receive a stylish Karknocker DriFit t-shirt and a medal. With a variety of age categories and enticing prize money for top finishers, including $400 for the first male and female, this event is sure to be a highlight of the summer. Don't miss out on the chance to join in the fun, enjoy refreshments at various points along the course, and celebrate with fellow participants at the awards ceremony around 8:15 PM at the finish line! Register early to secure your spot and be part of this fantastic East Rochester tradition!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a walk, the Karknocker 5K welcomes everyone. The first 200 registrants will receive a stylish Karknocker DriFit t-shirt and a medal. With a variety of age categories and enticing prize money for top finishers, including $400 for the first male and female, this event is sure to be a highlight of the summer. Don't miss out on the chance to join in the fun, enjoy refreshments at various points along the course, and celebrate with fellow participants at the awards ceremony around 8:15 PM at the finish line! Register early to secure your spot and be part of this fantastic East Rochester tradition!
Organiser's Description
This is the 28th Annual event Co-Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce & M&T Bank and is open to the public. Race starts at 7:00 PM on Friday, July 25, 2025. Starts and ends at East Rochester School District campus, 200 Woodbine Ave.
USATF Certified Course: NY13030KL
PARTICIPANT BENEFITS:
* Karknocker DriFit t-shirt and medal for the first 200 registrants (To be eligible to receive an event t-shirt, registrations must be received by 5pm July 7, 2025.)
* Water at start, at mile markers, and after race
*
Prize Money
Male/Female
1st $400
2nd $300
3rd $200
4th $100
5th $100
Veterans Male over 50
1st $50
Veterans Female over 50
1st $50
Course Record Male
1st $100
Course Record Female
1st $100
The age groups are as follows:
9 and Under, 10 to 14, 15 to 19, 20 to 24, 25 to 29, 30 to 34, 35 to 39, 40 to 44, 45 to 49, 50 to 54, 55 to 59, 60 to 64, 65 to 69, 70 to 74, 75 to 79
The Top 3 Men and Top 3 Women in each age group receive MEDALS.
* Course record male and female: $100
* Male 14:37
* Female 16:23 2024 Anna Kostarellis
5 year age groups will be used for awards and will be awarded to the top 3 in each age group
COST: $25.00, $30 on race day (CARD ONLY ON RACE DAY - NO CASH/CHECK)
PACKET PICKUP INFO:
* Thursday, July 24 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Rochester Running Company (1387 Mt. Hope Ave)
* Friday, (Race Day) 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm at East Rochester High School (Race location)
PREMIER SPONSOR: M&T Bank,
ADDITIONAL SPONSORS:
Annechino Law
Balkan Motors LLC
Brenton Jacob Memorial Fund
Building Innovation Group INC
Byrne Dairy
Debbie Supply
equaTEK Interactive
E.R. Rotary Club
Family First Federal Credit Union
Flower City Dental
Glass Elegance
Good Smoke BBQ
Graham Plastic Surgery
Grass Roots Wellness
Hoselton Auto Mall
Intivity
K B Graphics
Leo's Bakery & Deli
Lilac Family Dental Care
Lyons National Bank
M & T Bank
MRB Group
NFP Insurance
Northeastern Pools Inc
Perlo's Restaurant
Purely Cannabis Company
Pullano & Farrow PLLC
Rochester Magnet Company
Salvatore's Old Fashioned Pizzeria
Struck & Sons, Inc.
Taco Bell
Taylor the Builder
Techniplex Management/MCA Group
Unlimited Enclosures Hart Inc.
Town/Village of East Rochester
Vision Auto (Kia Dealership)
Wacky Buttons
Wash Haus Laundromats
Wegmans
AWARDS: Around 8:15 pm at the Finish Line
USATF Certified Course: NY13030KL
PARTICIPANT BENEFITS:
* Karknocker DriFit t-shirt and medal for the first 200 registrants (To be eligible to receive an event t-shirt, registrations must be received by 5pm July 7, 2025.)
* Water at start, at mile markers, and after race
*
Prize Money
Male/Female
1st $400
2nd $300
3rd $200
4th $100
5th $100
Veterans Male over 50
1st $50
Veterans Female over 50
1st $50
Course Record Male
1st $100
Course Record Female
1st $100
The age groups are as follows:
9 and Under, 10 to 14, 15 to 19, 20 to 24, 25 to 29, 30 to 34, 35 to 39, 40 to 44, 45 to 49, 50 to 54, 55 to 59, 60 to 64, 65 to 69, 70 to 74, 75 to 79
The Top 3 Men and Top 3 Women in each age group receive MEDALS.
* Course record male and female: $100
* Male 14:37
* Female 16:23 2024 Anna Kostarellis
5 year age groups will be used for awards and will be awarded to the top 3 in each age group
COST: $25.00, $30 on race day (CARD ONLY ON RACE DAY - NO CASH/CHECK)
PACKET PICKUP INFO:
* Thursday, July 24 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Rochester Running Company (1387 Mt. Hope Ave)
* Friday, (Race Day) 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm at East Rochester High School (Race location)
PREMIER SPONSOR: M&T Bank,
ADDITIONAL SPONSORS:
Annechino Law
Balkan Motors LLC
Brenton Jacob Memorial Fund
Building Innovation Group INC
Byrne Dairy
Debbie Supply
equaTEK Interactive
E.R. Rotary Club
Family First Federal Credit Union
Flower City Dental
Glass Elegance
Good Smoke BBQ
Graham Plastic Surgery
Grass Roots Wellness
Hoselton Auto Mall
Intivity
K B Graphics
Leo's Bakery & Deli
Lilac Family Dental Care
Lyons National Bank
M & T Bank
MRB Group
NFP Insurance
Northeastern Pools Inc
Perlo's Restaurant
Purely Cannabis Company
Pullano & Farrow PLLC
Rochester Magnet Company
Salvatore's Old Fashioned Pizzeria
Struck & Sons, Inc.
Taco Bell
Taylor the Builder
Techniplex Management/MCA Group
Unlimited Enclosures Hart Inc.
Town/Village of East Rochester
Vision Auto (Kia Dealership)
Wacky Buttons
Wash Haus Laundromats
Wegmans
AWARDS: Around 8:15 pm at the Finish Line
Races
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28th Annual Karknocker 5k Race & Walk
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 25th July 2025 (7:00PM EDT)
$28.50
Must register by 7/07/2025 at 5:00 pm to be guaranteed a shirt. -
28th Annual Karknocker 5k Race & Walk
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 25th July 2025 (7:00PM EDT)
$28.50
Must register by 7/07/2025 at 5:00 pm to be guaranteed a shirt.
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