Lilac Run 5K/10K
- Date Fri 8th May 2026 - Sun 17th May 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Rochester, New York
- Price $18.15 - $59.96
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting weekend in Rochester, Monroe, as the 2026 Lilac Run 5K & 10K takes center stage during the vibrant Lilac Festival! Mark your calendars for Sunday, May 17th, when participants can join the 47th annual race at Highland Park. This year, runners and walkers can choose from a variety of events, including the 5K starting at 8:00 AM, the 10K beginning at 9:30 AM, and the family-friendly Tim Hortons Timbits Trot at 11:30 AM.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day out with the family, there’s something for everyone. Sign up for the Double Dash to tackle both the 5K and 10K and receive a special Lilac pint glass along with a custom medal slider! Don’t miss out on the chance to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Highland Park while celebrating the joy of running and community spirit. Register by April 30th to ensure you snag your Tim Hortons Timbits Trot t-shirt and join the fun!
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day out with the family, there’s something for everyone. Sign up for the Double Dash to tackle both the 5K and 10K and receive a special Lilac pint glass along with a custom medal slider! Don’t miss out on the chance to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Highland Park while celebrating the joy of running and community spirit. Register by April 30th to ensure you snag your Tim Hortons Timbits Trot t-shirt and join the fun!
Organiser's Description
The 2026 Lilac Run 5K & 10K 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 Lilac Run 5K, 10K 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 pint glass as part of your registration ticket and a custom medal slider.
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
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. Register by April 30th to be guaranteed a Tim Hortons Timbits Trot t-shirt. The perfect fun run to do with the family!
More details to come!
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
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. Register by April 30th to be guaranteed a Tim Hortons Timbits Trot t-shirt. The perfect fun run to do with the family!
More details to come!
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.15 Fee & Unisex Tri-Blend T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$33.15
OPENS 01 DECJoin us for our In-Person Ford Lilac Run 5K. 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. -
10k
Incl. $3.95 Fee & Unisex Tri-Blend T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$43.95
OPENS 01 DECJoin us for our In-Person Ford Lilac Run 10K. 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
OPENS 01 DECRunners, 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. $4.96 Fee & Unisex Tri-Blend T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$59.96
OPENS 01 DECJoin us for BOTH the In-Person Ford Lilac Run 5K & 10K. Participate in the 5K and turn right back around and run the 10K! Finishers will receive a 5K and 10K finisher medals and one t-shirt plus and added custom pint glass giveaway. The course begins on Highland Avenue near the Purple Crosswalk and takes a scenic route through the suburb of Brighton. -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.15 Fee & Unisex Tri-Blend T-Shirt
$33.15
OPENS 01 DECTake part in the Ford Lilac Run even if you're not able to make the race in person or enjoy running on your own schedule. A virtual race registrant receives an official 2025 Lilac Run shirt, virtual bib and finisher's medal! Participants have from May 9th to May 18th to complete the virtual event and log their finish time in RunSignUp. -
Virtual 10K
Incl. $3.15 Fee & Unisex Tri-Blend T-Shirt
$33.15
OPENS 01 DECTake part in the Ford Lilac Run even if you're not able to make the race in person or enjoy running on your own schedule. A virtual race registrant receives an official 2025 Lilac Run shirt, virtual bib and finisher's medal! Participants have from May 9th to May 18th to complete the virtual event and log their finish time in RunSignUp.
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