Super Bowl 5K- Polar Cats Race #3- CANCELLED
- Date Sun 8th February 2026
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Rochester, New York
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting winter running experience at the Super Bowl 5K on Sunday, February 8, 2026, in Rochester, Monroe! Although this race has been cancelled due to a winter weather advisory, the Polar Cats Winter Race Series continues to buzz with energy. Originally launched in the 90s, this beloved series brings together runners for a fun and festive atmosphere, and each race features its own unique Bowl theme. Participants are encouraged to don their favorite team gear to celebrate Super Bowl Sunday!
While this particular event won't take place, there's still plenty of opportunity to join in the fun with the other races in the series. The Polar Cats Winter Race Series includes the Holiday Bowl 5K in December, the Sugar Bowl 5K in January, and concludes with the Cereal Bowl 5K on March 1, 2026. Each race offers a chance to win prizes, enjoy post-race refreshments, and connect with fellow runners. Don’t miss out on this exciting winter tradition in Rochester!
While this particular event won't take place, there's still plenty of opportunity to join in the fun with the other races in the series. The Polar Cats Winter Race Series includes the Holiday Bowl 5K in December, the Sugar Bowl 5K in January, and concludes with the Cereal Bowl 5K on March 1, 2026. Each race offers a chance to win prizes, enjoy post-race refreshments, and connect with fellow runners. Don’t miss out on this exciting winter tradition in Rochester!
Organiser's Description
RACE 3 CANCELLED DUE TO WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY- SEE EMAIL FOR DEFERRAL OPTIONS
Polar Cats Winter Race Series: The Bowl Series is Back!
Originally created by Bill Kehoe in the 90s, the Polar Cats Winter Race Series returns for another fun, low-frills, low-cost winter running season around Rochester!
Each race has its own Bowl theme and you can run one or all four!
Race Schedule
Race 1: Holiday Bowl 5K December 6, 2025 | RACE 1 HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/LeRoy/JinglinAllTheWay]
Race 2: Sugar Bowl 5K January 18, 2026 | RACE 2 HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Rochester/PolarCatsWinterRaceSeries]
Race 3: Super Bowl 5K February 8, 2026 | RACE 3 HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Rochester/SuperBowl5KPolarCatsRace]
Race 4: Cereal Bowl 5K March 1, 2026 | RACE 4 HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Rochester/CerealBowl5KPolarCatsBowlSeries]
Race 3: The Super Bowl 5K
Celebrate Super Bowl Sunday by wearing your favorite team gear and showing your spirit!
Enjoy warm drinks and snacks at the finish line as you kick off game day with a fun run.
Location: Seneca Park Wegman Lodge
Packet Pickup:
Saturday February 7 @ Rochester Running Company 10AM-1:00PM ONLY
Race Day (Sunday February 8) 9 - 10 AM at the race site
After the Race: Post-race party and Series Awards Ceremony!
Series Registration Includes
Polar Cats Sweatpants (upgrade to Vuori Joggers available)
Race T-shirt for the Holiday Bowl 5K (Race #1)
Entry to all four races
Post-race refreshments
Eligibility for age group and overall prizes (per race & series)
KEEP YOUR BIB FOR ALL RACES, OR GRAB A NEW ONE AT PACKET PICKUP IF YOU FORGET!
IF YOU ARE KEEPING YOUR BIB FOR THE SERIES, PLEASE STILL CHECK IN AT REGISTRATION ON RACE MORNING TO CONFIRM WE HAVE THE CORRECT BIB NUMBER FOR YOU!
Awards
Top 3 male & female finishers (each race + overall series)
Top 2 age group winners (each race + overall series)
snowflake Friendly Note
Polar Cats races are traditionally scheduled opposite Freezeroo Series weekends so you can enjoy both series! (One overlap this year.)
Freezeroo info: https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Rochester/FreezerooSeriesIndividualRace
Polar Cats Winter Race Series: The Bowl Series is Back!
Originally created by Bill Kehoe in the 90s, the Polar Cats Winter Race Series returns for another fun, low-frills, low-cost winter running season around Rochester!
Each race has its own Bowl theme and you can run one or all four!
Race Schedule
Race 1: Holiday Bowl 5K December 6, 2025 | RACE 1 HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/LeRoy/JinglinAllTheWay]
Race 2: Sugar Bowl 5K January 18, 2026 | RACE 2 HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Rochester/PolarCatsWinterRaceSeries]
Race 3: Super Bowl 5K February 8, 2026 | RACE 3 HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Rochester/SuperBowl5KPolarCatsRace]
Race 4: Cereal Bowl 5K March 1, 2026 | RACE 4 HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Rochester/CerealBowl5KPolarCatsBowlSeries]
Race 3: The Super Bowl 5K
Celebrate Super Bowl Sunday by wearing your favorite team gear and showing your spirit!
Enjoy warm drinks and snacks at the finish line as you kick off game day with a fun run.
Location: Seneca Park Wegman Lodge
Packet Pickup:
Saturday February 7 @ Rochester Running Company 10AM-1:00PM ONLY
Race Day (Sunday February 8) 9 - 10 AM at the race site
After the Race: Post-race party and Series Awards Ceremony!
Series Registration Includes
Polar Cats Sweatpants (upgrade to Vuori Joggers available)
Race T-shirt for the Holiday Bowl 5K (Race #1)
Entry to all four races
Post-race refreshments
Eligibility for age group and overall prizes (per race & series)
KEEP YOUR BIB FOR ALL RACES, OR GRAB A NEW ONE AT PACKET PICKUP IF YOU FORGET!
IF YOU ARE KEEPING YOUR BIB FOR THE SERIES, PLEASE STILL CHECK IN AT REGISTRATION ON RACE MORNING TO CONFIRM WE HAVE THE CORRECT BIB NUMBER FOR YOU!
Awards
Top 3 male & female finishers (each race + overall series)
Top 2 age group winners (each race + overall series)
snowflake Friendly Note
Polar Cats races are traditionally scheduled opposite Freezeroo Series weekends so you can enjoy both series! (One overlap this year.)
Freezeroo info: https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Rochester/FreezerooSeriesIndividualRace
Races
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Super Bowl 5K- Polar Cats Race 3
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sun 8th February 2026 (10:00AM EST)
$27.50
CLOSED
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