5th Annual Steven Derks Memorial 5K
Sat, Sep 26, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT
- Featured distance
- 5K
- Type
- Run
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Race feel
Join the 5th Annual Steven Derks Memorial 5K in Rochester, NY, for a competitive, USATF-certified race with cash awards and age group medals.
- Competitive
CompetitiveGreat for
- Faith & Community
Faith & CommunityThe 5th Annual Steven Derks Memorial 5K invites runners to Rochester, NY, for a USATF-certified race on the MCC campus roads. This event offers a competitive atmosphere with cash prizes for top overall male and female finishers, plus age group medals. Enjoy a mild, late-September morning on a course with rolling terrain. Post-race, participants can refuel with a variety of refreshments, including pancake casserole. It's a well-organized 5K for those seeking a measured course and a chance to compete.
What to expect
- Run a USATF-certified 5K course on the MCC campus roads.
- Compete for cash prizes and age group medals, then enjoy post-race refreshments.
From the organizer
WHEN: Saturday, September 26th, 2026 - 8:00 AM start
WHERE: Race start/finish will be on MCC campus roads. USATF Course Certified NY22018DNP
Parking, registration & post-race refreshments will be at Faith Bible Church
COST: $25 till September 25th, $30 on race day
AWARDS: CASH to top 3 overall males & females $150 / $100 / $50 Gold/silver/bronze medals in each age group: Male: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79 and 80 & over. Female: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-79 and 80 & over.
T-SHIRT OR Cool-Max Socks: Register by September 1st to guarantee your size (non-gender specific)
PACKET PICKUP: Friday, September 25th , 5-7 pm , at Faith Bible Church, 1095 E. Henrietta Rd or Race Day , 7:00-7:50 am , at Faith Bible Church
PARKING: At Faith Bible Church only - NO PARKING allowed at MCC
POST-RACE FOOD & REFRESHMENTS: Pancake casserole, Chobani yogurt, bagels, bananas, salty snacks, water, coffee
Food & Drink
USATF Certified