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Gratitude Run

Name: Gratitude Run
Start: 2025-11-27
End: 2025-11-28
Location: Rush

Rush, United States • 27-28 Nov 2025

Event overview

Gratitude Run 2025 takes place on November 27, 2025 at the Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp in Rush, NY (809 5 Points Rd). This is the third annual Gratitude Run held on Thanksgiving. The course is set on the camp property, which covers 157 acres. Net proceeds from the event will be donated to the Sunshine Camp. The Sunshine Camp has operated since 1922 and provides summer camp programs for children with disabilities, serving more than 2,500 children each year.

Events and logistics

5K Trail Run & Walk - paved road, trails, and grass
1 Mile Run & Walk - paved road
50-Meter Kids Dash - free paved road race, open to ages 10 and under
Virtual 5K Run & Walk - run or walk wherever you are
Virtual 1 Mile Run & Walk - run or walk wherever you are

The event is chip-timed and participants receive a bib and a long-sleeve t-shirt, though receiving a bib, chip, and shirt is not guaranteed for registrations after November 13, 2025. Drinks (water and electrolytes) are provided at mile markers and food is available after the event. Virtual participants will be mailed shirts to the registered shipping address. Strollers are allowed on the 1M course but not on the 5K course. Animals are not permitted. Every child in the 50-meter dash will receive a medal; advance registration for that dash is requested. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States New York Rush

Race information

Website Registration

5 km

5k Trail Run & Walk

5 km

Virtual 5k Run & Walk

1 Mile Run & Walk

Virtual 1 Mile Run & Walk

50-Meter Kids Dash

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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