
Ready, Set, Glow is a running and trail running race on October 17, 2026 in Victor, NY, with entry fees from $15 to $35.
From the Organizer
Description: Ready, Set, Glow! A low-key, 4/5-mile trail run in the dark on the winding trails of Dryer Road Park. Trails will be marked with glow sticks and flags. This race was created by the geniuses over at #TRAILSROC and we are bringing it back to the trails after a few year hiatus!
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: 7:00pm - Dark
Location: Dryer Road Park. 7405 Dryer Rd, Victor, NY 14564
Cost: $35.00 (Includes Glow Sticks, Post Race Party, and a race t-shirt) (Day of registration $5.00 Price increase)
T-Shirt: Register by October 1 to guarantee your size for race t-shirt!
Packet Pickup: Thursday October 15th and Friday October 16th from 12pm - 5pm at Rochester Running Company
Post Race Party: Sponsored by Rochester Running Company
SHORT COURSE/FUN RUN OPTION: This option is geared toward Kids, Families, or those who might think 5 miles is a bit intimidating and want a shorter option. The route will follow "Almost" the same course as the long run, taking you up the hill, around a technical portion, across the field, and back down to the finish! The distance is roughly 1.5 miles and starts BEFORE the long run.
Start: 6:00pm SHARP
Cost: $15.00 for Adults (18+) and Kids (0-18) are ONLY $10.00.
Giveaway: No giveaway for the fun run just after party food/drinks and medals for the kids! (Everyone gets glow sticks!!!)
Parental Accompaniment: Kids 10 and Under MUST be accompanied by an Adult for the entire race.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
SELF SUPPORTED: No aid stations, only water along the way. Please bring your own nutrition, water etc. Headlamps required for the kids run.
Weather
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
62°
Typical Low
41°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Victor 2nw, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
2,707
as of 2023
City Elevation
583 ft
Nearest Airport
ROC
Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport · 16 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Ready, Set, Glow
Oct 17, 2026