Pink & Teal Challenge
- Date Sat 9th May 2026 - Sun 10th May 2026
- Time 9:30AM EDT
- Location Rochester, New York
- Price $11.60 - $32.80
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Pink & Teal Challenge, taking place from Saturday, May 9th to Sunday, May 10th, 2026, in the beautiful city of Rochester, Monroe. This annual event invites participants to walk or run in-person at Monroe Community College or virtually from the comfort of their own space. Kick off the festivities on Saturday at 9 AM with a lively crowd warm-up led by VAULT, followed by the 5k run starting at 9:30 AM and the walk at 9:45 AM. Choose between a 5k or a shorter 2-mile option, and don’t forget to register by April 13th to secure your exclusive event t-shirt!
Children aged 5 and under can join in the fun for free, and participants are encouraged to dress up for the costume contest, with prizes for the best individual and team costumes! Virtual participants can complete their challenge anytime from 5 PM on May 8th to midnight on May 10th. With age group awards and plenty of excitement, the Pink & Teal Challenge promises a spirited atmosphere while supporting a great cause. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference and have a blast!
Children aged 5 and under can join in the fun for free, and participants are encouraged to dress up for the costume contest, with prizes for the best individual and team costumes! Virtual participants can complete their challenge anytime from 5 PM on May 8th to midnight on May 10th. With age group awards and plenty of excitement, the Pink & Teal Challenge promises a spirited atmosphere while supporting a great cause. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference and have a blast!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL PINK & TEAL CHALLENGE WALK/RUN IN-PERSON OR VIRTUALLY!
In-person participants are invited to join us at MONROE COMMUNITY COLLEGE Saturday, May 9th.
REGISTER BY MONDAY, APRIL 13TH TO BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT!
5k Run: 9:30 am. Walk: 9:45 am. (Option: 3.1 or 2 mile shortcut!). Crowd warm up starts at 9AM led by VAULT.
CHILDREN 5 AND UNDER ARE FREE AND DO NOT NEED TO BE REGISTERED! (HUMANS ONLY. SORRY, NO PETS!)
THERE WILL BE NO EVENT DAY REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT, SO PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY.
ATTENTION IN-PERSON PARTICIPANTS! TAKE PART IN OUR COSTUME CONTEST! PRIZES WILL BE GIVEN OUT FOR BEST INDIVIDUAL AND BEST TEAM COSTUME(S)! GRAB YOUR BOAS, TUTUS, ETC. AND JOIN THE FUN!
ANY RUNNER REGISTERING BETWEEN MAY 6TH-8TH WILL HAVE TO WAIT 24 HOURS AFTER REGISTERING TO RECEIVE THEIR CHIPPED BIB.
Virtual participants may complete their event anytime between 5pm on Friday, May 8th and midnight on Sunday, May 10th.
VIRTUAL 5k Run participants' times will not be considered for their specific age brackets as we are unable to corroborate time and distance. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and will gladly switch your registration to the in-person 5k by request.
*THE WINNER OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS WILL RECEIVE A SMALL TOKEN AND "BRAGGING RIGHTS": 5-15 YEARS, 16 - 25 YEARS, 26 - 35 YEARS, 36 - 45 YEARS, 46 - 55 YEARS, 56 - 65 YEARS, 65+.
NOTE: THE OVERALL WINNER TAKES THE PLACE OF THE 1ST PERSON IN THEIR AGE GROUP. AGE GROUPS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED ON REGISTRATION NUMBERS.
To learn more about our organization visit: Breast Cancer Coalition [https://bccr.org/]
In-person participants are invited to join us at MONROE COMMUNITY COLLEGE Saturday, May 9th.
REGISTER BY MONDAY, APRIL 13TH TO BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT!
5k Run: 9:30 am. Walk: 9:45 am. (Option: 3.1 or 2 mile shortcut!). Crowd warm up starts at 9AM led by VAULT.
CHILDREN 5 AND UNDER ARE FREE AND DO NOT NEED TO BE REGISTERED! (HUMANS ONLY. SORRY, NO PETS!)
THERE WILL BE NO EVENT DAY REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT, SO PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY.
ATTENTION IN-PERSON PARTICIPANTS! TAKE PART IN OUR COSTUME CONTEST! PRIZES WILL BE GIVEN OUT FOR BEST INDIVIDUAL AND BEST TEAM COSTUME(S)! GRAB YOUR BOAS, TUTUS, ETC. AND JOIN THE FUN!
ANY RUNNER REGISTERING BETWEEN MAY 6TH-8TH WILL HAVE TO WAIT 24 HOURS AFTER REGISTERING TO RECEIVE THEIR CHIPPED BIB.
Virtual participants may complete their event anytime between 5pm on Friday, May 8th and midnight on Sunday, May 10th.
VIRTUAL 5k Run participants' times will not be considered for their specific age brackets as we are unable to corroborate time and distance. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and will gladly switch your registration to the in-person 5k by request.
*THE WINNER OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS WILL RECEIVE A SMALL TOKEN AND "BRAGGING RIGHTS": 5-15 YEARS, 16 - 25 YEARS, 26 - 35 YEARS, 36 - 45 YEARS, 46 - 55 YEARS, 56 - 65 YEARS, 65+.
NOTE: THE OVERALL WINNER TAKES THE PLACE OF THE 1ST PERSON IN THEIR AGE GROUP. AGE GROUPS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED ON REGISTRATION NUMBERS.
To learn more about our organization visit: Breast Cancer Coalition [https://bccr.org/]
Races
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5k Run (Women/Female Identifying Only Race)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Cotton T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$32.80
We're back, ladies! The Pink & Teal Challenge 5k Run will be held at Monroe Community College at 9:30 am. The tradition continues - this is a WOMEN-ONLY race. Any runner registering between May 6th-8th will have to wait 24 hours after registering to receive their chipped bib. There will be NO event day registration for this event, so please plan accordingly. Grab your pink & teal attire, lace up your shoes, and we'll see you Mother's Day Weekend! NOTE: Male and non-binary athletes are invited to enter "One Lucky Runner" for a chance to run alongside our inspiring women survivors and supporters! Find more info by heading to the "One Lucky Runner" section. VIRTUAL Pink & Teal Challenge 5k Run participants' times will not be considered as we are unable to corroborate time and distance. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and will gladly switch your registration to the in-person 5k by request. *The following Age Groups are eligible for "Bragging Rights": 5-15 years, 16 - 25 years, 26 - 35 years, 36 - 45 years, 46 - 55 years, 56-65, and 65+. NOTE: Age Groups are subject to change based on registration numbers. -
Walk (5k or 2 Mile "Shortcut")
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Cotton T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (9:45AM EDT)
$32.80
The Pink & Teal Challenge Walk will be held at Monroe Community College at 9:45 am. This event is open to everyone. There are two lengths offered for this event: 3.1 miles or a 2 mile "shortcut". There will be NO event day registration for this event, so please plan accordingly. Grab your pink & teal attire, lace up your shoes, and we'll see you Mother's Day Weekend! NOTE: Male and non-binary athletes are invited to enter "One Lucky Runner" for a chance to participate in the Pink & Teal Challenge 5k Run alongside our inspiring women survivors and supporters! You must be registered in the Pink & Teal Challenge walk (in-person or virtual), to qualify to win. Find more info by heading to the "One Lucky Runner" section. -
VIRTUAL 5K Run (Anyone Can Participate - Times Will Not Be Submitted to Race)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Cotton T-Shirt
$32.80
All weekend long - Enjoy a 5K run in your neighborhood, a favorite trail, your treadmill....wherever you feel comfortable and safe! The virtual race is open to anyone. However, your time will not be considered for the actual race. Complete your miles anytime from: Friday, May 8th, 2025 at 5 pm - Sunday, May 10th, 2026 at midnight NOTE: Male and non-binary athletes are invited to enter "One Lucky Runner" for a chance to run alongside our inspiring women survivors and supporters! Find more info by heading to the "One Lucky Runner" section. -
VIRTUAL Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Cotton T-Shirt
$32.80
All weekend long - Enjoy a walk in your neighborhood, a favorite trail, your treadmill....wherever you feel comfortable and safe! Complete your miles anytime from: Friday, May 8th, 2025 at 5 pm - Sunday, May 10th, 2026 at midnight NOTE: Male and non-binary athletes are invited to enter "One Lucky Runner" for a chance to participate in the Pink & Teal Challenge 5k Run alongside our inspiring women survivors and supporters! You must be registered in the Pink & Teal Challenge walk (in-person or virtual), to qualify to win. Find more info by heading to the "One Lucky Runner" section. -
One Lucky Runner
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sat 9th May 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$11.60
Win the title of One Lucky Runner! For each $10 donation you will receive 1 entry for a chance to be "One Lucky Runner". This event invites our male and non-binary friends to enter for a chance to run alongside our inspiring group of women survivors and supporters in the 5k Run. You seriously won't want to miss this opportunity! The One Lucky Runner winner will announced Monday, May 4th on the Breast Cancer Coalition's Facebook Live. The last day to enter is Sunday, May 3rd. The One Lucky Runner chosen will be automatically entered to run in the women's-only Pink & Teal Challenge 5k Run on Saturday May 9th, 2026 at 9:30 am. There will only be one winner. In order to qualify for the drawing, you MUST be registered for the Pink & Teal Challenge Walk (virtual or in-person option).
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Monroe Community College, 1000 East Henrietta Road, Rochester, 14623, NY, United States
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