Rochester Regional Health Flower City Challenge 2027 — Rochester, NY
Date
April 25, 2027
Location
Rochester, NY
Venue
285 E Main Street
Start Time
7:30 AM
Sunrise
6:12 AM
Entry Fee
$15.00 – $105.00
Events
Rochester Regional Health Flower City Half Marathon, Flower City 5K, Kids 1/2 Mile, Rochester Regional Health Flower City Half Marathon - Wheelchair, Flower City 5K - Wheelchair, Rochester Regional Health Flower City Half Marathon - 2 Person Pushchair Division
Includes
Race Logoed Hoody, Crewneck or Short Sleeve Tech Top | Short Sleeve Tech Top - Gender Specific | Cotton T-Shirt (unisex sizes)
The Rochester Regional Health Flower City Challenge, a running and wheelchair event held on April 25, 2027, in Rochester, New York, offers 1 mile and half marathon distances. The race starts at 7:30 AM at 285 E Main Street. Entry fees range from $15.00 to $105.00. A virtual participation option is available.
From the Race Organizer
Rochester Regional Health Flower City Challenge Rochester Regional Health In-Person Half Marathon, 5K & Kids 1/2 Mile Virtual Half Marathon, 5K & Kids 1/2 Mile Wheelchair 5K and Half Marathon Options Too View 2026 Athletes Guide Here April 25, 2027 Parcel 5 - Rochester, NY - 285 E Main St, Rochester, NY 14604 Start Times Half Marathon 7:30AM 5K 7:40AM Kids 1/2 Mile 10:30AM Start/Finish Locale at Parcel 5, Rochester, NY featuring incredible downtown Green Space Area fitting for Post Race Party and Athlete's Village USATF Certified Course for the Half to incorporate more of downtown and city neighborhoods, sights and sounds 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 Food • Race Logoed Finisher Medal Half Marathon Participants receive Cozy Crewneck or Hoody Sweatshirt or Short Sleeve Tech Shirt for post race hangout gear (while supplies last). You choose. Hoody and Crewneck offer ends March 14th. Short Sleeve Tech Top Size guaranteed by March 31st 5K Participants receive a Short Sleeve Unisex Technical Top. Short Sleeve Tech Top Size guaranteed by March 31st Kids Race gets short sleeve cotton T-shirt for additional $12 plus tx - size guaranteed if registered by March 31st (while supplies last on tops) Should tops not be available to choose, we will have vintage race gear you can choose from during Friday & Saturday packet pickup. • Printable custom finisher certificate • In-person event 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 • Half Marathon Participants receive Cozy Crewneck or Hoody Sweatshirt or Short Sleeve Tech Shirt for post race hangout gear (while supplies last). You choose. Hoody and Crewneck offer ends March 14th. Short Sleeve Tech Top Size guaranteed by March 31st. 5K Participants receive a Short Sleeve Unisex Technical Top. Size guaranteed by March 31st Kids Race get s short sleeve cotton T-shirt for additional $12 plus tx - size guaranteed if registered by March 31st (while supplies last on tops) • Printable custom finisher certificate • Complete your race and submit your results between 7am, Sunday, April 25th and 11:59pm, Sunday, May 2rd. 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
Course & Travel Notes
Sunrise on race day is at 6:13 AM, with the Flower City Challenge starting at 7:30 AM. The venue sits at 561 feet elevation. April typically sees average highs of 57°F and average lows of 37°F, with measurable precipitation on 45% of days. Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) is located 4.3 miles from the venue.
⛰️ 561 ft elevation☀️ Typically 57°F / 37°F · 45% chance of rain✈️ Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) — 4.3 mi
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for April 25.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Rochester, NY.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Rochester Regional Health Flower City Challenge 2027 — Rochester, NY?
Rochester Regional Health Flower City Challenge 2027 — Rochester, NY takes place on April 25, 2027. The race is held in Rochester, New York.
Where is Rochester Regional Health Flower City Challenge 2027 — Rochester, NY held?
Rochester Regional Health Flower City Challenge 2027 — Rochester, NY is held at 285 E Main Street in Rochester, New York.
Where can I find hotels near Rochester Regional Health Flower City Challenge 2027 — Rochester, NY?
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