Boos & Brews 5K (Rochester) 2026

Boos & Brews 5K is a Halloween-themed, costume-friendly 5K in Mendon, New York, near Rochester. The race takes place on the Lehigh Valley Trail. The setup is straightforward: a short trail run with awards for overall and age-group winners. Runners are encouraged to wear costumes, though it's not required. The event embraces the Halloween spirit with a costume contest. Afterward, the focus shifts to the "brews" at a post-race party held at the Cottage Hotel Restaurant. The event also benefits David’s Refuge in Rochester, an organization that supports parents and guardians of children with special needs or life-threatening medical conditions.