Pink & Teal Challenge
About this race
Join us for our annual Pink & Teal Challenge Walk/Run in-person or virtually!
In-person participants are invited to join us at Monroe Community College Saturday, May 9th.
REGISTER BY MONDAY, APRIL 13TH to be guaranteed a t-shirt!
5k Run: 9:30 am. Walk: 9:45 am. (Option: 3.1 or 2 mile shortcut!). Crowd warm up starts at 9AM led by VAULT.
CHILDREN 5 and Under are FREE and do not need to be registered! (Humans only. Sorry, no pets!)
There will be NO event day registration for this event, so please plan accordingly.
ATTENTION In-Person Participants! Take part in our Costume Contest! Prizes will be given out for BEST INDIVIDUAL and BEST TEAM Costume(s)! Grab your boas, tutus, etc. and join the FUN!
Any runner registering between May 6th-8th will have to wait 24 hours after registering to receive their chipped bib.Virtual participants may complete their event anytime between 5pm on Friday, May 8th and midnight on Sunday, May 10th.
VIRTUAL 5k Run participants' times will not be considered for their specific age brackets as we are unable to corroborate time and distance. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and will gladly switch your registration to the in-person 5k by request.
*The winner of each of the following Age Groups will receive a small token and "Bragging Rights": 5-15 years, 16 - 25 years, 26 - 35 years, 36 - 45 years, 46 - 55 years, 56 - 65 years, 65+.
NOTE: The Overall Winner takes the place of the 1st person in their age group. Age Groups are subject to change based on registration numbers.
To learn more about our organization visit: Breast Cancer Coalition
Join fellow runners on May 7, 2022 for the Pink & Teal Challenge. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Rochester.
Pick your distance
Running
Pink Ribbon 5k Run (Women-Only Race)
We're back, ladies! The 21st Annual Pink Ribbon 5k Run will be held at Genesee Valley Park at 8:30 am. The tradition continues - this is a WOMEN-ONLY race. There will be NO event day registration for this event, so please plan accordingly. Grab your pink & teal attire, lace up your shoes, and we'll see you Mother's Day Weekend! NOTE: Male and non-binary athletes are invited to enter "One Lucky Runner" for a chance to run alongside our inspiring women survivors and supporters! Find more info by heading to the "One Lucky Runner" section. The AWARDS for participants in the IN-PERSON Pink Ribbon 5k Run are as follows: Overall Winner: $250 + Recognition as Course Record Holder! 1st place in age group*: $100 Wegmans Gift Card 2nd place in age group: $50 Wegmans Gift Card 3rd place in age group: $25 Wegmans Gift Card There are NO awards for VIRTUAL Pink Ribbon 5k Run participants, as we are unable to corroborate time and distance. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and will gladly switch your registration to the in-person 5k by request. *The following Age Groups are eligible for awards: 5-15 years, 16 - 25 years, 26 - 35 years, 36 - 45 years, 46 - 55 years, 56 and older. NOTE: The Overall Winner takes the place of the 1st person in their age group. The Overall Winner does not receive a gift card - they only receive the $250. Age Groups are subject to change based on registration numbers.
VIRTUAL Pink Ribbon 5K Run (Women-Only Race)
All weekend long - Enjoy a 5K run in your neighborhood, a favorite trail, your treadmill....wherever you feel comfortable and safe! The tradition stems into our virtual event - this is a WOMEN-ONLY race! Complete your race and submit your time anytime from: Friday, May 6th, 2022 at 5 pm - Sunday, May 8th, 2022 at midnight NOTE: Male and non-binary athletes are invited to enter "One Lucky Runner" for a chance to run alongside our inspiring women survivors and supporters! Find more info by heading to the "One Lucky Runner" section.
VIRTUAL Pink Ribbon Walk
All weekend long - Enjoy a walk in your neighborhood, a favorite trail, your treadmill....wherever you feel comfortable and safe! Complete your miles anytime from: Friday, May 6th, 2022 at 5 pm - Sunday, May 8th, 2022 at midnight NOTE: Male and non-binary athletes are invited to enter "One Lucky Runner" for a chance to participate in the Pink Ribbon 5k Run alongside our inspiring women survivors and supporters! You must be registered in the Pink Ribbon Walk (in-person or virtual), to qualify to win. Find more info by heading to the "One Lucky Runner" section.
One Lucky Runner
Win the title of One Lucky Runner! For each $10 donation you will receive 1 entry for a chance to be "One Lucky Runner". This event invites our male and non-binary friends to enter for a chance to run alongside our inspiring group of women survivors and supporters in the 5k Run. You seriously won't want to miss this opportunity! The One Lucky Runner winner will announced Monday, May 2nd on the Breast Cancer Coalition's Facebook Live. The last day to enter is Sunday, May 1st. The One Lucky Runner chosen will be automatically entered to run in the women's-only Pink Ribbon 5k Run on Saturday May 7th, 2022 at 8:30 am. There will only be one winner. In order to qualify for the drawing, you MUST be registered for the Pink Ribbon Walk (virtual or in-person option).
Walking
Pink Ribbon Walk (5k or 2 mile "shortcut")
We're back! The 21st Annual Pink Ribbon Walk will be held at Genesee Valley Park at 9:00 am. This event is open to everyone. There are two lengths offered for this event: 3.1 miles or a 2 mile "shortcut". There will be NO event day registration for this event, so please plan accordingly. Grab your pink & teal attire, lace up your shoes, and we'll see you Mother's Day Weekend! NOTE: Male and non-binary athletes are invited to enter "One Lucky Runner" for a chance to participate in the Pink Ribbon 5k Run alongside our inspiring women survivors and supporters! You must be registered in the Pink Ribbon Walk (in-person or virtual), to qualify to win. Find more info by heading to the "One Lucky Runner" section.
Weather Overview
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About Rochester
Pink & Teal Challenge takes place in Rochester, New York, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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