In 69 days · Sat, Oct 31, 2026
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When
Saturday, October 31st, 2026
Where
Cascade Lakeside Building and your favorite Place to Run, Rochester MN
Distances
5K · 10K
Typical weather
36–50°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
35–44°F
rain
2024
34–54°F
rain
2023
24–35°F
dry
2022
36–62°F
dry
2021
36–47°F
dry
2020
35–58°F
dry
2019
22–32°F
dry
2018
37–52°F
dry
2017
25–34°F
dry
2016
42–61°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Anniversary: This year marks the 34th anniversary of the Go for the Gold Rochester fundraiser supporting Brighter Tomorrows, Inc.
- Location: Join us at the Cascade Lakeside Building in Rochester, MN on October 31st!
- Options: Participate in person or virtually with a 5k, 10k run, 3k Family Walk, and Children's Races.
- Mission: This event provides critical funding for families touched by childhood cancer.
Supporting Families
- Compassion: The support from Brighter Tomorrows helps families on their childhood cancer journey.
- Gratitude: We extend heartfelt thanks to friends, families, and communities for their donations and efforts.
- Involvement: You can help by donating or sharing this page on social media!
- Proceeds: All proceeds from the event go to benefit families affected by childhood cancer.
Participation Details
- Registration: Sign up today for the 5k, 10k, or 3k walk!
- Shirts: Sign up by October 1st to receive a race shirt at the Race Bag Pickup on October 30th.
- Costumes: We encourage participants to come in costumes, as prizes will be awarded for the best outfits!
- Team Support: Note your team’s name during registration if supporting a specific Brighter Tomorrows Family.
Race Bag Pickup
- Date: Race Bag Pickup will be held on October 30th.
- Mail Option: If you cannot pick up in person, email Mary17race@charter.net for mailing options (shipping fees apply).
- Availability: Registration will also be available at race bag pickup.
- Virtual Submission: If participating virtually, complete your race and submit your time by October 31, 2026.
More Information
- Details: Visit the official race page for more information: Go For the Gold Rochester
- Community: Join us and make a difference for families dealing with childhood cancer!
- Emotions: We understand the challenges of hearing "Your child has cancer" and we are here to help.
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