The Winter Warrior Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon & Half Marathon Relay begins at 10:00 AM on January 9, 2027, in Rochester, New York at 1000 E Henrietta Rd. The event offers 5 mile and half marathon distances with entry prices ranging from $42.00 to $165.00. A virtual participation option is available.
From the Race Organizer
Winter Warrior Half Marathon & Quarter Marathon, plus Half Marathon Relay Saturday, January 9th - 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 First Race of the Four Season Challenge - Details in Process for 4SC, but will be similar to 2026 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 200 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 Long Sleeve Tech Tee ($30), Crewneck or Hoodie Sweatshirt to purchase at $32 (offer ends December 13th) 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 11th, however you are welcome to come to packet pickup on January 8th to get your gear so you have it for your race day. Mugs will not be shipped. Optional Winter Warrior Long Sleeve Tech Tee ($30), Crewneck or Hoodie Sweatshirt to purchase at $32 (offer ends December 13th) 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 9th at 7AM to January 16th 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
Course & Travel Notes
Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) is 3.4 miles from the venue. The Winter Warrior Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon & Half Marathon Relay takes place at an elevation of 531 ft in Rochester, New York on January 9, 2027, with a 10:00 AM start time occurring after the 7:41 AM sunrise. Typical January weather normals for Rochester include an average high of 33°F and average low of 19°F, with measurable precipitation occurring on 63% of days.
⛰️ 531 ft elevation☀️ Typically 33°F / 19°F · 63% chance of rain✈️ Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) — 3.4 mi
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When is Winter Warrior Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon & Half Marathon Relay 2027 — Rochester, NY?
Winter Warrior Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon & Half Marathon Relay 2027 — Rochester, NY takes place on January 9, 2027. The race is held in Rochester, New York.
Where is Winter Warrior Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon & Half Marathon Relay 2027 — Rochester, NY held?
Winter Warrior Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon & Half Marathon Relay 2027 — Rochester, NY is held at 1000 E Henrietta Rd. in Rochester, New York.
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