Wegmans East Avenue Grocery Run

The Wegmans East Avenue Grocery Run is an annual 5K held in Downtown Rochester, offering options to run, walk, or participate virtually. This event attracts over 1,500 participants and generates funds for local food pantries and meal programs. The course follows downtown Rochester streets. The race is centered on a specific local cause: registration fees directly support Rochester-area organizations addressing food insecurity. Over its 15-year history, the run has raised more than $550,000. Teams like the UR Medicine Food Pantry utilize the event to help stock their shelves for the winter season.