5th Annual Steven Derks Memorial 5K
- Date
- September 26, 2026
- Distance
- 5th Annual Steven Derks Memorial 5K
From the Organizer
WHEN: Saturday, September 26th, 2026 - 8:00 AM start
WHERE: Race start/finish will be on MCC campus roads. USATF Course Certified NY22018DNP
Parking, registration & post-race refreshments will be at Faith Bible Church
COST: $25 till September 25th, $30 on race day
AWARDS: CASH to top 3 overall males & females $150/$100/$50
Gold/silver/bronze medals in each age group:
Male: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79 and 80 & over.
Female: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-79 and 80 & over.
T-SHIRT OR Cool-Max Socks: Register by September 1st to guarantee your size (non-gender specific)
PACKET PICKUP: Friday, September 25th, 5-7 pm, at Faith Bible Church, 1095 E. Henrietta Rd or Race Day, 7:00-7:50 am, at Faith Bible Church
PARKING: At Faith Bible Church only - NO PARKING allowed at MCC
POST-RACE FOOD & REFRESHMENTS: Pancake casserole, Chobani yogurt, bagels, bananas, salty snacks, water, coffee
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
70°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
39%
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.
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Days to train
- Race
- 5th Annual Steven Derks Memorial 5K
- Date
- September 26, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 5th Annual Steven Derks Memorial 5K?
- 5th Annual Steven Derks Memorial 5K is a running race held in Rochester, New York on September 26, 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 5th Annual Steven Derks Memorial 5K?
- Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Rochester, New York at 1095 E. Henrietta Rd, Rochester, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 5th Annual Steven Derks Memorial 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
5th Annual Steven Derks Memorial 5K
Sep 26, 2026