The Flower City Challenge is a popular annual race event held in Rochester, New York, offering multiple race distances, including a marathon, half marathon, 5K, and relay. The race showcases the beauty of Rochester, known as the "Flower City," with participants running through scenic city streets, parks, and along the Genesee River. The marathon is the highlight of the event, but the 5K and half marathon provide accessible options for runners of all abilities. With a festive spring atmosphere, the Flower City Challenge celebrates both athletic achievement and the community spirit of Rochester. It’s a well-loved event that brings together runners of all levels to enjoy a beautiful race day in one of New York's most charming cities.
Race Date:
27 April, 2025
The Flower City 5K welcomes runners of all levels to enjoy a fun race with a gentle 32-meter elevation gain through Rochester’s charming streets. Hosted by YellowJacket Racing, this event on April 28, 2025, offers a snapshot of the city’s vibrant spring atmosphere and community enthusiasm.
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The Flower City 5K welcomes runners of all levels to enjoy a fun race with a gentle 32-meter elevation gain through Rochester’s charming streets. Hosted by YellowJacket Racing, this event on April 28, 2025, offers a snapshot of the city’s vibrant spring atmosphere and community enthusiasm.
The Rochester Regional Health Flower City 5km is 5km long.
The Rochester Regional Health Flower City 5km takes place in Rochester, New York, USA.
The Rochester Regional Health Flower City 5km elevation gain is 32 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
The Flower City 5K welcomes runners of all levels to enjoy a fun race with a gentle 32-meter elevation gain through Rochester’s charming streets. Hosted by YellowJacket Racing, this event on April 28, 2025, offers a snapshot of the city’s vibrant spring atmosphere and community enthusiasm.
The Rochester Regional Health Flower City 5km is 5km long.
The Rochester Regional Health Flower City 5km takes place in Rochester, New York, USA.
The Rochester Regional Health Flower City 5km elevation gain is 32 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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