SSGT Javier Ortiz Memorial 5K Race/Walk

About the Event

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Saturday, June 6th , 2026
8:00 AM……………....Registration opens at Longhouse shelter at Seneca Park
9:00 AM……………....5K run/walk begins
10:15 AM……………..Children’s Fun Run
10:30 AM……………...Award Ceremony

AWARDS
Overall Male & Female $100, 2nd & 3rd place medals

Overall Masters Male & Female $50

1st place age group medals

NO DUPLICATION

Participation Awards given out at FINISH LINE (for those who want them)

CHILDREN’S FUN RUN
Free, no registration required

BIO
Javier Ortiz Rivera was born in Cayey, PR on September 7, 1984. He moved to Rochester, NY at the age of 7 along with his family. Upon graduating high school he enrolled in the US Marine early entry program. In September of 2010 Javier was deployed on his 2nd tour to Afghanistan and 4th total in his 9 years as a Marine. He achieved a rank of Staff Sergeant and Platoon Leader. On November 16, 2010 Javier was killed by an IED roadside bomb while on foot patrol in an Afghanistan province. Javier represents all of the fallen soldiers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice defending our Freedom. Javier 26, was survived by his wife Veronica and three children, Alyssa, Andrew, and Anthony.

COURSE INFORMATION
The SSGT Javier Ortiz Memorial 5K Race and Fitness Walk is sanctioned by USA Track and Field (USATF# NY12901KL). The race will start and finish at Trout Pond . For a map of the course, parking and directions visit www.prfestival.com.

RACE AMENITIES

- First 90 registered get T-Shirt

-Water stop on course
- Digital display clock at finish
- Accurate mile course
- Computerized race results by Robin Hood Racing
- Post race refreshments and fun
- Free entrance to PRFI Festival (one night only) First week of August at Rochester Main Street Festival Site

REGISTRATION PACKET PICK-UP
Registration and packet pickup is available at BURGOS Income Tax , 1816 Clinton Ave North, Rochester 14621
Friday, 6/5 from 1pm - 6 pm 585-266-2680

Race Day Registration and packet pick up will begin at 8:00 am at Longhouse shelter at Seneca Park.

Proceeds from the SSGT Javier Ortiz Memorial 5K Race and Fitness Wall will go to TAPS . Tragedy Assistance Program For Survivors. Families of fallen heroes. Go to taps.org for more information. Also, Veterans Outreach Center in Rochester New York.

NOTE: There is a processing fee of $2.50 when you register on-line. To avoid the fee you may register in person at 1816 Clinton Ave N.

Races Offered

SGGT JavIer Ortiz Memorial 5K Race & Walk

Jun 06, 2026

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Distance — 5K

terrain

Type — Running

timer

09:00

sell

$20.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Rochester.

thermostat Temperature

15.4° / 24.2°

wb_sunny Feels like

13.9° / 23.6°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 10m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.0 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

12.4 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Very High (8.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

72.4%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:31

nightlight Sunset

20:50

About Rochester

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Big-city culture and small-city charm combine in Rochester, a mid-sized city on the shore of Lake Ontario. The birthplace of amateur photography, Rochester was synonymous with Eastman Kodak for much of the 20th century, but the city's fame was established well before George Eastman came on the scene. Today, its historical treasures complement modern family-friendly attractions that rival those found in much larger communities.