Winter Warrior Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon & Half Marathon Relay
- Date Sat 3rd January 2026 - Sun 11th January 2026
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Rochester, New York
- Price $43.40 - $149.40
- Races 5 races
- Distances Half Marathon, Marathon
Event summary
Get ready to embrace the chill and channel your inner athlete at the Winter Warrior Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon, and Half Marathon Relay, taking place on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026, at Monroe Community College in Rochester, Monroe. This exhilarating event offers a variety of race distances, including a challenging 13.1-mile Half Marathon, a 6.55-mile Quarter Marathon, and a fun 4-person Half Marathon Relay where each team member tackles a 3.1-mile loop.
Participants can expect a festive atmosphere as they brave the elements, whether it's snow, rain, or sunshine, while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow runners and spectators cheering them on at every loop. All in-person entrants will receive a coveted knit Winter Warrior hat, a custom finisher medal, and even post-race pizza from Salvatore's to refuel after the race. Plus, you can join the Four Season Challenge for added excitement! Whether you choose to run in person or virtually, this event promises an unforgettable experience filled with achievement and bragging rights. Don't miss your chance to become a Winter Warrior—join us for this unique winter adventure!
Participants can expect a festive atmosphere as they brave the elements, whether it's snow, rain, or sunshine, while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow runners and spectators cheering them on at every loop. All in-person entrants will receive a coveted knit Winter Warrior hat, a custom finisher medal, and even post-race pizza from Salvatore's to refuel after the race. Plus, you can join the Four Season Challenge for added excitement! Whether you choose to run in person or virtually, this event promises an unforgettable experience filled with achievement and bragging rights. Don't miss your chance to become a Winter Warrior—join us for this unique winter adventure!
Organiser's Description
WINTER WARRIOR HALF MARATHON & QUARTER MARATHON, PLUS HALF MARATHON RELAY
SATURDAY, JANUARY 3RD - 10AM
HALF MARATHON - QUARTER MARATHON - HALF MARATHON RELAY
WHERE: MONROE COMMUNITY COLLEGE - 1000 E HENRIETTA RD, ROCHESTER, NY 14623
OFFICIAL WINTER WARRIOR WEBSITE WITH FULL DETAILS AND ROUTES HERE [https://yellowjacketracing.com/races/winter-warrior-half-quarter-relay-marathon-2026]
_FIRST RACE OF THE FOUR SEASON CHALLENGE - DETAILS IN PROCESS FOR 4SC, BUT WILL BE SIMILAR TO 2025_
Join us for the winter adventure and get that coveted Winter Warrior Hat! A race that each year has a story to tell and many accolades for athletes that conquer this winter event. The event we will be at Monroe Community College starting by the gymnasium area with indoor restrooms and hang out area for pre and post race. The Half is a 4 loop course with a common start finish. The quarter is 2 loops. "Weather" it's 50 plus degrees, 20 degrees or sub zero, snowing sideways, rain or gorgeous sunshine you become a Winter Warrior when you are done! Sense of humor required!
Spectators can see you at every loop too!
CHOOSE FROM A VARIETY OF DISTANCES:
* Half Marathon (In Person or Virtual) - 13.1 Miles
* Quarter Marathon (In Person or Virtual) - 6.55ish Miles
* 4 Person Half Marathon Team (In Person Only - Each team member runs one loop (3.1ish miles))
IN-PERSON ENTRY INCLUDES:
* The Coveted Knit Winter Hat (See the actual below, or bonus hat offer for first 250 to packet pickup) for the first 850 (OR Campfire ceramic mug for 851st registrant to 1000th registrant)
* Online Results
* Custom Winter Warrior Finisher medal to all finishers
* Optional Winter Warrior Short Sleeve Tech Tee ($30), Crewneck or Hoodie Sweatshirt to purchase at $32 (offer ends December 14th)
* Post Race Pizza from Salvatore's
* Digital/Printable Finishers Certificate
* Indoor Restrooms and place to warm up
* Bragging Rights for Completion
* Overall & Age Group Awards & Relay Awards
* Option to Join the Four Season Challenge if doing Half or Quarter as a separate entry - details in progress
VIRTUAL ENTRY INCLUDES:
* The Coveted Knit Winter Hat
* Online Results via your submission
* Custom Winter Warrior Finisher medal to all registrants
* Digital/Printable Finishers Certificate
* Shipping of the above items to the address you provide when registering in continental US. Items will ship the week of January 6th, however you are welcome to come to packet pickup on January 2nd to get your gear so you have it for your race day. Mugs will not be shipped.
* Optional Winter Warrior Short Sleeve Tech Tee ($30), Crewneck or Hoodie Sweatshirt to purchase at $32 (offer ends December 14th)
* Option to Join the Four Season Challenge if doing Virtual Half or Quarter as a separate entry - details in progress
_THE VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS HAVE JANUARY 3RD AT 7AM TO JANUARY 11TH AT 11:59PM TO COMPLETE AND SUBMIT YOUR RESULTS. _ You will receive an email the week before the event on how to submit results.
_By registering for this event you are acknowledging that the date, time, location, and distance of the race may be changed, switched to virtual, or canceled at any time as deemed necessary by the Race Directors due to circumstances beyond their control. In the event that any of these scenarios happens or any other, there will be no refunds, transfers, or deferrals allowed unless otherwise stated._
_PLEASE NOTE: ALL EVENTS ARE CAPPED_
SATURDAY, JANUARY 3RD - 10AM
HALF MARATHON - QUARTER MARATHON - HALF MARATHON RELAY
WHERE: MONROE COMMUNITY COLLEGE - 1000 E HENRIETTA RD, ROCHESTER, NY 14623
OFFICIAL WINTER WARRIOR WEBSITE WITH FULL DETAILS AND ROUTES HERE [https://yellowjacketracing.com/races/winter-warrior-half-quarter-relay-marathon-2026]
_FIRST RACE OF THE FOUR SEASON CHALLENGE - DETAILS IN PROCESS FOR 4SC, BUT WILL BE SIMILAR TO 2025_
Join us for the winter adventure and get that coveted Winter Warrior Hat! A race that each year has a story to tell and many accolades for athletes that conquer this winter event. The event we will be at Monroe Community College starting by the gymnasium area with indoor restrooms and hang out area for pre and post race. The Half is a 4 loop course with a common start finish. The quarter is 2 loops. "Weather" it's 50 plus degrees, 20 degrees or sub zero, snowing sideways, rain or gorgeous sunshine you become a Winter Warrior when you are done! Sense of humor required!
Spectators can see you at every loop too!
CHOOSE FROM A VARIETY OF DISTANCES:
* Half Marathon (In Person or Virtual) - 13.1 Miles
* Quarter Marathon (In Person or Virtual) - 6.55ish Miles
* 4 Person Half Marathon Team (In Person Only - Each team member runs one loop (3.1ish miles))
IN-PERSON ENTRY INCLUDES:
* The Coveted Knit Winter Hat (See the actual below, or bonus hat offer for first 250 to packet pickup) for the first 850 (OR Campfire ceramic mug for 851st registrant to 1000th registrant)
* Online Results
* Custom Winter Warrior Finisher medal to all finishers
* Optional Winter Warrior Short Sleeve Tech Tee ($30), Crewneck or Hoodie Sweatshirt to purchase at $32 (offer ends December 14th)
* Post Race Pizza from Salvatore's
* Digital/Printable Finishers Certificate
* Indoor Restrooms and place to warm up
* Bragging Rights for Completion
* Overall & Age Group Awards & Relay Awards
* Option to Join the Four Season Challenge if doing Half or Quarter as a separate entry - details in progress
VIRTUAL ENTRY INCLUDES:
* The Coveted Knit Winter Hat
* Online Results via your submission
* Custom Winter Warrior Finisher medal to all registrants
* Digital/Printable Finishers Certificate
* Shipping of the above items to the address you provide when registering in continental US. Items will ship the week of January 6th, however you are welcome to come to packet pickup on January 2nd to get your gear so you have it for your race day. Mugs will not be shipped.
* Optional Winter Warrior Short Sleeve Tech Tee ($30), Crewneck or Hoodie Sweatshirt to purchase at $32 (offer ends December 14th)
* Option to Join the Four Season Challenge if doing Virtual Half or Quarter as a separate entry - details in progress
_THE VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS HAVE JANUARY 3RD AT 7AM TO JANUARY 11TH AT 11:59PM TO COMPLETE AND SUBMIT YOUR RESULTS. _ You will receive an email the week before the event on how to submit results.
_By registering for this event you are acknowledging that the date, time, location, and distance of the race may be changed, switched to virtual, or canceled at any time as deemed necessary by the Race Directors due to circumstances beyond their control. In the event that any of these scenarios happens or any other, there will be no refunds, transfers, or deferrals allowed unless otherwise stated._
_PLEASE NOTE: ALL EVENTS ARE CAPPED_
Races
-
Half Marathon (In Person)
Incl. $5.80 Fee
Sat 3rd January 2026 (10:00AM EST)
$85.80
-
Quarter Marathon (In Person)
Incl. $3.40 Fee
Sat 3rd January 2026 (10:00AM EST)
$43.40
-
4 Person Half Marathon Relay (In Person)
Incl. $9.40 Fee
Sat 3rd January 2026 (10:00AM EST)
$149.40
-
Virtual Half Marathon
Incl. $4.00 Fee
$54.00
-
Virtual Quarter Marathon
Incl. $4.00 Fee
$54.00
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