Miles for Miracles 5k Run & Walk to benefit the Rescue Mission of Utica

About the Event

Join us for Miles for Miracles, a 5k run and 1 mile walk to benefit the Rescue Mission of Utica! The Rescue Mission has been a beacon of hope for those facing addiction, homelessness, mental health struggles, and food insecurity in the Utica area for over 135 years.

By participating in Miles for Miracles, you'll be helping provide critical support for those facing addiction, homelessness, mental health challenges, and food insecurity.

The race will take participants through a scenic route through Proctor Park, offering a chance to enjoy the outdoors while making a tangible impact in the community. Your participation will help the Rescue Mission continue to provide vital services, including shelter, meals, addiction recovery programs, and mental health support.

This event is more than just a run & walk—it's a chance to be part of something bigger and provide hope and healing to those in need. Lace up your shoes, sign up today, and let's race together for a better tomorrow. Every step you take helps create miracles in the lives of individuals in our community who need it most.

There will be awards for overall and age group winners for the 5k. If you are interested in being a volunteer or sponsor, please send us a message.

Packet Pick Up & Registration:

Registration fees will increase for the 5k to $35 on May 31st, and $40 on July 31st, and $45 on race day. T-shirts are not guaranteed after July 15th.
Packet Pick Up will be the week of the race between August 3rd - August 7th at the Rescue Mission of Utica's Administration Building, located at 293 Genesee St. Utica, NY 13501
Race day registration & Packet Pick Up will be at Proctor Park from 8am-8:45am

Please note; Walk registration does not include t-shirt. Shirts may be bought at additional cost on race day. Sizes and availability are not guaranteed.

See you on race day!

Race Contact Info:

if you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director at jace.lapuma@uticamission.org

Races Offered

5k Run

Aug 08, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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09:00

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$28.00

1 Mile Walk

Aug 08, 2026

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Distance — 1 Miles

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Type — Running

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09:15

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$18.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Utica.

thermostat Temperature

14.5° / 24.5°

wb_sunny Feels like

14.3° / 24.6°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

10h 39m

water_drop Avg rainfall

4.9 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

8.3 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

High (7.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

79.6%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:07

nightlight Sunset

20:00

About Utica

Learn more about the host city, Utica.

Utica is the heart of the Mohawk Valley and the seat of Oneida County in Central New York State. Utica offers the charm of small-city living balanced with the cultural and ethnic diversity of an international urban center. At the foot of the Adirondack Mountains, Utica is a truly scenic city that offers the pleasures of both a rural and urban setting.