The Moo The Merrier Games (free)
- Date
- August 6, 2026
- Location
- 3400 Monroe ave, Rochester, NY
- Distance
- The Moo The Merrier Games
From the Organizer
If you are reading this, then we assume you know what Medved's Harrier Games are.
If you do not, then read this: Harrier Games
Mort likes ice cream.
Now, if you are saying to yourself, "Who is this Mort dude who likes ice cream?" then sit back, read on, and let us tell you a cow tale.
A long time ago, a young Mister Mort Nace, General Manager and clothing buyer of Medved Running and Walking Outfitters and agent provocateur of Goose Adventure Racing, worked slinging ice cream at the Monroe Ave Friendly's. This was long before he got bitten by the Specialty run sneaker bug or fell down the adventure racing/trailrunning rabbit hole. Yeah, that's it, he worked at Friendly's. It wasn't a long tale.
So last year, when we were planning out the Harrier Games season, Mr. Nace decided that we needed to do an ice cream game, because Ice cream is pure joy in a cup, a dish, or a cone, no matter the kind you choose. He is not wrong.
Welcome to a bit of a different Harrier Game. The Moo The Merrier is an invite-only game. (P.S., this is the initial invite. Once you sign up, you will get one of the 70 spots, and event specifics will be emailed to you in early August.)
We have reserved a special spot on the east side and have room for 70 individual people to play.
We have a special list of VIP attendees, and a theme: Ice Cream. and cows.
Consider jumping over the moon and signing up to join us on Thursday, August 6th, at 6 pm.
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
62°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Rochester Gtr Intl Ap, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Rochester, NY
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
What Are You
Waiting For?
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50
Days to train
- Race
- The Moo The Merrier Games (free)
- Date
- August 6, 2026
- Location
- 3400 Monroe ave, Rochester, NY
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Moo The Merrier Games (free)?
- The Moo The Merrier Games (free) is a running race held in Rochester, New York on August 6, 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 Moo The Merrier Games (free)?
- Thursday, August 6, 2026 in Rochester, New York at 3400 Monroe ave. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Moo The Merrier Games (free)?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Moo The Merrier Games (free)
Aug 6, 2026