SSGT Javier Ortiz Memorial 5K
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Event overview
The SSGT Javier Ortiz Memorial 5K Race/Walk takes place in Rochester, NY on Saturday, June 6, 2026. The event includes a 5K run/walk, a free children’s fun run with no registration required, and an award ceremony. Registration for the listed event has a price of $22.20, which includes a $2.20 fee. Registration closes on June 5, 2026. An additional processing fee of $2.50 applies to online registrations; in-person registration is offered at an address on Clinton Avenue North.
Course, logistics and amenities
The race is sanctioned by USA Track and Field (USATF# NY12901KL) and will start and finish at Trout Pond in Seneca Park. Race-day registration and packet pickup are available at the Longhouse shelter in Seneca Park, and an earlier packet pickup is available at Burgos Income Tax on Clinton Avenue North the day before the race. Amenities listed by the organizer include T-shirts for the first 90 registrants, a water stop on course, a digital display clock at the finish, an accurately measured course, computerized results by Robin Hood Racing, post-race refreshments, and free entrance to the PRFI Festival for one night in the first week of August.
Awards and beneficiaries
Overall male and female winners receive $100 and 2nd and 3rd place receive medals. Overall masters winners receive $50. First-place age group medals are awarded and duplication of awards is not allowed. Proceeds benefit TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors) and the Veterans Outreach Center in Rochester, New York. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
