2026 PGXC Race Series
- Date
- September 20 – November 15, 2026
- Location
- 1 Main st, Rochester, NY
- Distance
- PGXC Series · Race 1 - 9/20 · Race 2 - 10/04 & more
From the Organizer
Race 1 — Sunday, September 20 - Bassett Park, Buffalo, NY
Race 2 — Sunday, October 04 -TBD, Rochester, NY
Race 3 — Sunday, October 18 - W. Genesee HS, Syracuse, NY
Race 4 — Sunday, November 1 - Mendon Ponds(Stewart Lodge) - Rochester, NY
Race 5 — Sunday, November 15 - Robert H.Treman Park(Lower North Shelter), Ithaca, NY
Current Series Standings: Archived Results
Come run the best Cross Country races in Upstate NY for Open and Master’s runners. Individual and Club members compete for individual age group prizes and team awards. Members of Upstate NY Clubs compete for Series points, awards, and bragging rights. Championship Day is Sunday, November 15th.
These races are for the most experienced runners as well as beginners to the sport of Cross Country running. It’s fun for all and anyone may participate. The PGXC series is now in its 37th year with five races hosted by local clubs in locations throughout the Western NY.
PGXC Series Awards: Overall winners M/W - $100 Wegman's gift card, Age Group winners in 10 year increments - $50 Wegman's gift card, Top 10 in every age group - Custom PGXC Nalgene Bottle. Top 3 teams in each age group will receive awards
Registration: All runners are strongly encouraged to pre-register online.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
72°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Rochester Gtr Intl Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Rochester, NY
Population
209,720
as of 2023
Elevation
430 ft
Nearest Airport
ROC
Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 2026 PGXC Race Series, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
104
Days to train
- Race
- 2026 PGXC Race Series
- Date
- September 20 – November 15, 2026
- Location
- 1 Main st, Rochester, NY
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2026 PGXC Race Series?
- 2026 PGXC Race Series is a running race held in Rochester, New York on September 20, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 2026 PGXC Race Series?
- Sunday, September 20, 2026 in Rochester, New York at 1 Main st, Rochester, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2026 PGXC Race Series?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
2026 PGXC Race Series
Sep 20, 2026