FAQ
1: Where is the 2025 race being held? The 2025 Lilac Run will be at Highland Park at the Lilac Festival in its original location.
2: What are the event options for 2025? Answer: There is an event for everyone! There will be an in-person 5K, 10K and Dunkin' Dash which will all be held on Sunday, May 18th as well as well the Virtual 5K & Virtual 10K which can be completed anytime between May 9th and May 18th during the 10 day long Lilac Festival.
3: What is included in my registration? Answer: Depends on which event you choose. Virtual events include a giveaway item (short sleeve shirt), medal and a virtual bib. In person events include the same items plus a physical high-quality bib and post race food and after party.
4: How do I guarantee getting an event t-shirt? Answer: Register by Wednesday, April 30th to be guaranteed an event t-shirt for all the events (5K & 10K in person and virtual, & Dunkin' Dash).
5: Tell me more about the Giveaway Options! Answer: Included in your registration is a short sleeve tri-blended unisex shirt. Participants may opt out of the shirt if they select "No thank you!."
6: When and how can I log my Virtual results? When will I get my swag? Answer: The Virtual 5K and Virtual 10K will open up for recording of results starting on Friday, May 9th and will be open thru the in person 2025 event on Sunday, May 18th. You may log your results via self-service by going to your RunSignUp profile, finding our event in your "Upcoming Events" or "Past Events" and then clicking on "Submit Results". If you choose to have your swag shipped to you during registration those items will be mailed out after the in person race starting the week of May 19th.
7: How do I change my Giveaway option? Answer: You may do so via self-service thru Wednesday, April 30th by going to your RunSignUp profile, finding our event in your "Upcoming Events" and then clicking on "Manage Registration". From there simply find the item in the left menu of items to make the changes. Starting Wednesday, May 1st any change requests must be sent via email for us to process.
8: When and where is Packet Pickup? Answer: Pre-Race Packet Pickup will be on Friday, May 16th from 10am to 7pm and Saturday, May 17th from 10am to 5pm. Pre packet pick up is held at Medved Running & Walking Outfitters at 3400 Monroe Ave, Rochester, NY 14618. Race day packet pick up will begin at 7am and will take place on the Lilac Festival grounds. Both in person, virtual and Dunkin' Dash participants will grab their items here. Virtual participants that added the shipping option will receive their items the week after the event.
9: How does the Dunkin' Dash work? Answer: One mile, and donuts! Participants will run a half mile, get their donut to go, and then run a half mile back to the finish line. It is the perfect family friendly event for everyone! The event begins at 11:30am on Sunday, May 18th. Dunkin' Dashers can pick up their t-shirt at Medved Running & Walking Outfitters during packet pick up times.
