Rochester Regional Health Flower City Challenge - Half Marathon | 5K | Kids 1/2 Mile

  • Date Sun 25th April 2027 - Sun 2nd May 2027
  • Time 7:30AM EDT
  • Location Rochester, New York
  • Price $16.90 - $180.14
  • Races 11 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Rochester Regional Health Flower City Challenge, taking place on Sunday, April 25, 2027, in beautiful Rochester, Monroe! This vibrant event features a range of exciting race distances, including a half marathon, 5K, and a fun Kids 1/2 Mile, making it a fantastic occasion for runners of all ages and abilities. Participants can choose to join in-person or opt for a virtual race, allowing everyone to join the fun, no matter where they are!

The festivities kick off at Parcel 5, located at 285 E Main St, Rochester, NY, with the half marathon starting at 7:30 AM, followed by the 5K at 7:40 AM and the Kids 1/2 Mile at 10:30 AM. Runners will traverse a USATF certified course that showcases the stunning downtown scenery and historic neighborhoods of Rochester. With chip timing, live music, post-race pizza, and a Kidz Fun Zone, the Flower City Challenge is designed to be a day full of joy and camaraderie. Don't miss out on the chance to earn an additional medal as part of the Four Season Challenge! Join us for a memorable day of fitness,

Organiser's Description

ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH FLOWER CITY CHALLENGE

APRIL 25, 2027
PARCEL 5 - ROCHESTER, NY - 285 E MAIN ST, ROCHESTER, NY 14604

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ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH IN-PERSON HALF MARATHON, 5K & KIDS 1/2 MILE

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VIRTUAL HALF MARATHON, 5K & KIDS 1/2 MILE

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WHEELCHAIR 5K AND HALF MARATHON OPTIONS TOO

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CHECK OUT THE NEW VIP HALF MARATHON EXPERIENCE OFFER GOOD UNTIL JANUARY 1ST

START TIMES

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HALF MARATHON 7:30AM

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5K 7:40AM

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KIDS 1/2 MILE 10:30AM

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START/FINISH LOCALE AT PARCEL 5, ROCHESTER, NY FEATURING INCREDIBLE DOWNTOWN GREEN SPACE AREA FITTING FOR POST RACE PARTY AND ATHLETE'S VILLAGE

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USATF CERTIFIED COURSE FOR THE HALF TO INCORPORATE MORE OF DOWNTOWN AND CITY NEIGHBORHOODS, SIGHTS AND SOUNDS

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PART OF THE FOUR SEASON CHALLENGE SO YOU CAN EARN EXTRA SCHWAG INCLUDING ANOTHER MEDAL ONCE YOU COMPLETE YOUR HALF OR 5K

IN PERSON REGISTRATION INCLUDES

* Chip Timing
* Online Results
* Post Race Pizza
* Live Music
* Kidz Fun Zone
* Vendors
* Food Trucks
* Amazing scenic course of South East Historic Rochester
* Amazing Volunteers and Volunteer Groups
* Pace Leaders
* Finisher Medal
* Printable Custom Finisher Certificate

* PLUS

* HALF MARATHON PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE ASICS Jacket (while supplies last) OR Short Sleeve Gender Specific Tech Top Size guaranteed by March 31st. The ASICS Jacket Sizes are in the system while you register.
* 5K PARTICIPANTS receive a Short Sleeve Gender Specific Technical Top. Short Sleeve Gender Specific Tech Top Size guaranteed by March 31st
* Kids Race gets short sleeve cotton T-shirt for additional $13 plus tx - size guaranteed if registered by March 31st (while supplies last on tops)
* SPECIAL NEW VIP HALF MARATHON EXPERIENCE ENTRY OPTION

* SHOULD TOPS NOT BE AVAILABLE TO CHOOSE, WE WILL HAVE VINTAGE RACE GEAR YOU CAN CHOOSE FROM DURING FRIDAY & SATURDAY PACKET PICKUP.

UPGRADE TO THE HALF MARATHON VIP EXPERIENCE OFFER AS IT INCLUDES THESE ADDED BENEFITS:

* Thursday VIP packet pick-up and cocktail hour
* Race Day VIP area inside Merc on Main including pre-race bagels, bottled water, sports drink, energy gels
* ASICS x Fleet Feet Training shirt ($25 value) AND ASICS Jacket
* Entry to Fleet Feet In Person 13.1 Spring Training Program ($89 value)
* $50.00 ASICS voucher good instore at Fleet Feet Rochester & Buffalo
* Capped at 100 people and offer ends January 1st

VIRTUAL REGISTRATION INCLUDES

* Online Results
* Shipping of shirt & medal if you cannot attend packet pickup (Any packets that are not picked up will be mailed the week after the In-Person event.)
* Finisher Medal
* Gender Specific Technical Short Sleeve for 5K & Half
* Printable custom finisher certificate
* Complete your race and submit your results between 7am, Sunday, April 25th and 11:59pm, Sunday, May 2nd.

PACKET PICKUP/EXPO *_Please Note: the Packet Pickup info below may be subject to change_

DO NOT WAIT UNTIL RACE DAY. OTHERS CAN GET THEIR PACKET FOR YOU.

* Friday, April 23rd 12-6PM and Saturday, April 24th from 10-4PM at Fleet Feet @ The Armory (155 Culver Rd, Rochester, NY 14620)
* And on race day 6:30AM to 7:15AM SHARP to am at Parcel 5 - Athlete Village

Races

  • Rochester Regional Health Flower City Half Marathon

    Incl. $6.94 Fee & ASICS X Flower City Challenge Running Jacket or SS Tech Top

    Sun 25th April 2027 (7:30AM EDT)

    $105.94

  • Rochester Regional Health Flower City Half Marathon - VIP Experience Offer

    Incl. $11.14 Fee & ASICS X Flower City Challenge Running Jacket & Training Tee

    Sun 25th April 2027 (7:30AM EDT)

    $180.14

    VIP Entry includes additional benefits. Added benefits include - Thursday VIP packet pick-up and cocktail hour - Race Day VIP area inside Merc on Main including pre-race bagels, bottled water, sports drink, energy gels - ASICS x Fleet Feet Training shirt ($25 value) AND ASICS Jacket - Entry to Fleet Feet In Person 13.1 Spring Training Program ($89 value) - $50.00 ASICS voucher good instore at Fleet Feet Rochester & Buffalo - Capped at 100 people and offer ends January 1st
  • Flower City Family 5K

    Incl. $2.98 Fee & Short Sleeve Tech Top - Gender Specific

    Sun 25th April 2027 (7:40AM EDT)

    $35.98

  • Kids 1/2 Mile

    Incl. $1.90 Fee & Cotton T-Shirt (Unisex Sizes)

    Sun 25th April 2027 (10:30AM EDT)

    $16.90

    Only offered for ages 4-12
  • Virtual 5K

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & Short Sleeve Tech Top - Gender Specific

    $54.00

  • Virtual Half Marathon

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & ASICS X Flower City Challenge Jacket ($40 Fee) or SS Tech Top

    $54.00

  • Virtual Kids 1/2 Mile

    Incl. $2.08 Fee & Cotton T-Shirt (Unisex Sizes)

    $20.08

    Only offered for ages 4-12
  • Rochester Regional Health Flower City Half Marathon - Wheelchair

    Incl. $6.94 Fee & ASICS X Flower City Challenge Running Jacket or SS Tech Top

    Sun 25th April 2027 (7:30AM EDT)

    $105.94

  • Flower City 5K - Wheelchair

    Incl. $2.98 Fee & Short Sleeve Tech Top - Gender Specific

    Sun 25th April 2027 (7:40AM EDT)

    $35.98

  • Rochester Regional Health Flower City Half Marathon - 2 Person Pushchair Division

    Incl. $8.74 Fee

    Sun 25th April 2027 (7:30AM EDT)

    $137.74

    OPENS 01 JAN 27
  • 5K - 2 Person Pushchair Division

    Incl. $4.30 Fee

    Sun 25th April 2027 (7:40AM EDT)

    $59.30

    OPENS 01 JAN 27

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