Race with Grace 5K AND 10K

The Race with Grace 10K

Why RwG 3.0? The Race with Grace (RwG) 10K was established in 1991 as an outgrowth of the participation of several men in the Spencerport Canal Days races during the mid-1980’s. It had a two-fold purpose, the more important one being a community outreach.

Secondarily, it was play on the current Pastor’s name, George Grace, who was a runner.
In our inaugural year we had 185 registrants and 171 finishers. Our attendance peaked in 2015 when we celebrated our silver anniversary race with 1245 registrants and 1121 finishers. Over the race’s 31-year existence, a total of approximately 5,000 individuals have participated.

Five men remain who have finished every single RwG and ran virtually in 2020. They are Stan Cipira, Bob Dyjak, Dave O’Leary, Ric Perry, and Doug Ralph.

Race Background

• History: The race established itself as one of the best races in western NY.
• Awards: Consistently named one of NY’s finest races by New England Runner magazine.
• Support: Proceeds go to support C.U.R.E. Childhood Cancer Association.
• Future: Managed by Rochester Running Company and Lakeshore Community Church.

About Lakeshore Community Church

Founded in 1995 by Vince and Sue DiPaola, Lakeshore Community Church exists to help people discover and develop a growing relationship with Jesus. It’s a place where you can be real, strengthen your relationships, and make an impact in our world. When you’re ready, check out Lakeshore for yourself: Sundays at 9 and 11am, in person and online at live.lakeshorechurch.org.

Quick Race Info

• Strollers: Allowed with caution as the course runs along the sides of the road.
• Entry Fee: Includes a long-sleeved tech shirt.
• Upgrade: 1/4 Zip up can be upgraded at check out instead of the L/S T-Shirt.
• Awards: Given to top male and female finishers in the Open, and Masters (40+).

Race Day

• Date: Thursday, November 26th
• Time: 8:30 am EST
• Location: Lakeshore Community Church 3651 LATTA RD. ROCHESTER NY 14612
• Start: NO EARLY START OPTION - All Runners will start at the same time for both races.

Course Description

Given that the majority of the new course is actually run on the same roads as the original course, and it’s the third route in the event’s history, it will be affectionately known as RwG 3.0. Now with its 3rd course however its core values, fundraising, and overall community involvement are just the same. We welcome you all back with a new course map, new host location as we look to continue this Thanksgiving day Tradition for many more years to come.

Entry Fee

• $35: Entry Fee Now till Nov 1 (Last day for T-Shirt Size)
• $40: Entry Fee November 2 - November 26
• $45: Entry Fee November 27 - Race Day
• Cap: 800 Runners cap - Don't wait to sign up!

Swag

• Shirts: Long Sleeve Tech Shirts - Guarantee size if you sign up by November 1st
• Upgrade: Optional 1/4 Zip Up Add on $25.00. You will ONLY get the Zip up if you upgrade.

Preregistration & Packet Pickup

• Location: Rochester Running Company 1387 Mt Hope Ave, Rochester NY 14620
• Times:
  • Tuesday 11/24 at Rochester Running Company 4:30p - 6:30p
  • Wednesday 11/25 at Rochester Running Company, 2:30p - 5:30p
  • Race Day 11/26 at Lakeshore Community Church, 7:30a - 8:15a

Amenities

• Timing: Provided by Robinhood Racing
• Clock: Digital display clock finish
• Ceremony: Post-race awards ceremony - in the Gym!
• Refreshments: Plenty of food and refreshments

Awards - 10K

• $300: Cash & $100 RRC gift certificates for M/F (under 40) Open.
• $150: Cash for M/F Course Record
• $150: Cash for M/F (40+) Masters
• Groups: Awards for M/F Winners of 10 year Age Groups (1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finisher will receive awards)

Age Groups Breakdown

Male/Female: U14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & over.

Race Records: (Old course)

Melissa White ✦ 34:45 (2005)
Katie Lembo * 34:10 (2022) (New Course)
Mark Andrews ✦ 30:05 (2003)

For More Information

Visit our race page: Race with Grace 10K.