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
Event summary
Join the excitement at the 28th Annual Karknocker 5K Race/Walk, set to take place on Friday, July 25, 2025, in the vibrant community of East Rochester, Monroe. This exhilarating race kicks off at 7:00 PM at the East Rochester School District campus, located at 200 Woodbine Ave. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this event welcomes participants of all ages, with multiple age group categories to compete for medals and prizes.
The course is USATF certified, ensuring a top-notch racing experience. The first 200 registrants will receive a stylish Karknocker DriFit t-shirt and a medal, making early registration a must! Participants can also look forward to water stations throughout the course and cash prizes for top finishers in both male and female categories, along with age group medals for the top three in each division. With a registration fee of just $25 (or $30 on race day), this is a fantastic opportunity to join the community, enjoy a lively atmosphere, and perhaps even set a new personal best. Don’t miss out on an evening of fun, fitness, and friendly competition!
The course is USATF certified, ensuring a top-notch racing experience. The first 200 registrants will receive a stylish Karknocker DriFit t-shirt and a medal, making early registration a must! Participants can also look forward to water stations throughout the course and cash prizes for top finishers in both male and female categories, along with age group medals for the top three in each division. With a registration fee of just $25 (or $30 on race day), this is a fantastic opportunity to join the community, enjoy a lively atmosphere, and perhaps even set a new personal best. Don’t miss out on an evening of fun, fitness, and friendly competition!
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
1st $500
2nd $400
3rd $300
4th $200
5th $100
Female
1st $500
2nd $400
3rd $300
4th $200
5th $100
Masters Male
1st $75
Masters Female 1st $75
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
1st $500
2nd $400
3rd $300
4th $200
5th $100
Female
1st $500
2nd $400
3rd $300
4th $200
5th $100
Masters Male
1st $75
Masters Female 1st $75
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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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 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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