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Go For the Gold Rochester benefiting Brighter Tomorrows, Inc.

Rochester, MN

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

On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years

2025

3544°F

rain

2024

3454°F

rain

2023

2435°F

dry

2022

3662°F

dry

2021

3647°F

dry

2020

3558°F

dry

2019

2232°F

dry

2018

3752°F

dry

2017

2534°F

dry

2016

4261°F

dry

Best months to race in Minnesota

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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