
Spiritus Christi Riverwalk for Mental Health is a running race on October 25, 2026 in Rochester, NY.
From the Organizer
This year's 5K walk is in person on October 25th and can be a solo virtual event for you if you cannot make it on the 25th (Walk anytime, anywhere in the month of October to raise funds for mental health care for the uninsured and underinsured).
This walk benefits Spiritus Christi Mental Health Center, where we are celebrating over 25 years of providing access to mental health care and support to people who need it, regardless of their insurance status or income. Our volunteer staff of therapists, social workers, and advocates helps people get the care they need to live safe, healthy, less stressful lives. Last year, 204 people participated in one or more of our programs.
Every $50 raised gets you 2 free raffle tickets! Download the Sponsor form and send out the link to this site to receive donations.
Sponsor Form can be found at scmentalhealth.org.
Events
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
58°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
46%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Rochester Gtr Intl Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
209,720
as of 2023
City 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
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Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
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Coming Up
2026 PGXC Race Series
Less than a mile away
Fleet Feet Rochester Half Marathon | 5K | Kids 1/2 Mile
Less than a mile away
DEV - Race Series
Less than a mile away
One in 26 Walk
2 miles away
Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Rochester than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Spiritus Christi Riverwalk for Mental Health
Oct 25, 2026