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Irondequoit 4th of July -- 10k and 2 Mile Fun Run

Date
July 4, 2026
Distance
Irondequoit 10k · Irondequoit 2 Mile Fun Run · 2 Mile and 10K Combo
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From the Organizer

Irondequoit's Annual 4th of July Road Race


A local Classic through the heart of Irondequoit, NY
10K Race / 2 Mile Family Fun Run
 
*** CHANGES FOR 2025
START LINES FOR BOTH RACES WILL STILL BE AT TOWN HALL. PACKET PICKUP WILL BE AT THE TOWN HALL**  
BATHROOMS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE START LINE AT THE TOWN HALL
RACE BOTH THE 2-Mile and 10K if you choose!**

When:

  • Saturday, July 4, 2026

Start times:

  • 7:45 am - 2 Mile Race
  • 8:15 - 10K Race **1.5 Hour Time Limit** 

Where:

  • Parking is at Town Hall
  • *Race start and finish lines are at the Irondequoit Town Hall
  • Bathrooms near the start/finish lines at the town hall.
  • Race Day Packet Pickup is at Town Hall.

Cost:

  • 10K
    • $35 (race open – June 31)
    • $40 (July 1- Day of Race)
  • 2 Mile Fun Run
    • $25 (race open– June 31)
    • $30 (July 1- Day of Race)
  • Both Races! We extended the time between races so that you can do both races if you choose! There is a 30 minute time difference between the races so you will need to complete the 2-mile in 25 minutes if you choose to do both.

Your Race Registration Includes:

  • Chip timing
  • Race Shirts (for both 10K and 2-mile) -- Sign up by June 20 to guarantee your size 
  • 10K Prize/Awards Categories:
    • Overall 1st, 2nd, 3rd place Male and Female
    • Overall 1st place Male and Female Masters (40+)
  •  10K Recognition Categories:
    • 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for Male and Female in each age group:
    • 14 & under, 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+

 

Packet Pickup:

    • July 2nd --12pm- 6pm - Rochester Running Company (1387 Mt Hope Ave Rochester NY 14620)
    • July 3rd -- 5:30pm-7pm - Irondequoit Rec Center- Out front of the recreation center (450 Skyview Centre Pkwy Suite 200, Rochester, NY 14622) 
    •  
    • July 4-RACE DAY -- 6:15am - 7:30am- Irondequoit Town Hall (1280 Titus Ave)- Under tents near the start and finish lines

Aid Stations/Post Race:

  • Three water stops on course, plus water and post-race food available. 

Course Map: View an approximate (distances are not exact):

4th of July Road Closures:

  • Kings Hwy will close at 7:30 a.m. starting at Titus for the 10K race/2 Mile Fun Run. This route should reopen around 9:00 a.m.
  • Titus Avenue will close between Portland Ave and Kings Hwy starting at 7:30 a.m. and will reopen after the parade concludes, roughly 1:30 p.m.

Parking:

  • Race participants can park at the Town Hall
  • Some surrounding businesses may provide their lots for parking depending on availability.
  • Please remain aware and safe when parking on town streets.

 

Events

Irondequoit 10k8:15 AMRegister →
Irondequoit 2 Mile Fun Run7:45 AMRegister →
2 Mile and 10K Combo7:50 AMRegister →

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

82°

Typical Low

61°

Chance of Rain

36%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Rochester Gtr Intl Ap, 6 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 5:37 AMSunset 8:54 PMDaylight 15h 18m

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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Race
Irondequoit 4th of July -- 10k and 2 Mile Fun Run
Date
July 4, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.

The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.

Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.

This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.

How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.

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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 Irondequoit 4th of July -- 10k and 2 Mile Fun Run?
Irondequoit 4th of July -- 10k and 2 Mile Fun Run is a running race held in Rochester, New York on July 4, 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 Irondequoit 4th of July -- 10k and 2 Mile Fun Run?
Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Rochester, New York at 1280 Titus Ave, Rochester, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Irondequoit 4th of July -- 10k and 2 Mile Fun Run?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Irondequoit 4th of July -- 10k and 2 Mile Fun Run

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