Sugar Bowl 5K - Polar Cats Series
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Sugar Bowl 5K - Polar Cats Series Race #2
The Sugar Bowl 5K is scheduled for January 18, 2026 in Rochester, NY (ZIP 14607). The event is the second race in the Polar Cats Winter Race Series, a four-race series held around Rochester during winter. The series includes four 5K races staged between December and March. The event location is listed at 1387 Mount Hope Avenue, Rochester, NY.
Logistics, registration and awards
Entry fee for this event is $28.56 (includes a $3.56 fee); a reduced price of $17.96 applies for ages 0–19. Registration closes on January 18, 2026. Packet pickup is available Saturday, January 17 at Rochester Running Company from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and on race day at the race site from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Series registration options are available and may include Polar Cats sweatpants (option to upgrade to Vuori joggers), a race T-shirt for the Holiday Bowl (race 1), entry to all four races, post-race refreshments, and eligibility for age group and overall series prizes. Awards are listed for the top three male and female finishers for each race and overall series, plus age group winners. Participants may keep the same bib for all races or obtain a new one at packet pickup. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
