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

Sat, Aug 8, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Location: Utica, NY; FT Proctor Park, 13501
Type: RUN

At a glance

Run or walk a scenic 5K or 1-mile route through Proctor Park to support the Rescue Mission of Utica and its vital community services.

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For a Cause

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For a Cause

Join the Miles for Miracles 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk to support the Rescue Mission of Utica. This event helps provide vital services for those facing addiction, homelessness, mental health struggles, and food insecurity. Enjoy a scenic route through Proctor Park while making a tangible impact in the community. Your participation offers hope and healing, contributing to a better tomorrow for individuals in need. Lace up and race for a meaningful cause.

What to expect

A 5K run with awards for overall and age group winners.
A 1-mile walk option for those who prefer a gentler pace.
Enjoy a scenic course winding through Proctor Park.
Receive a commemorative event T-shirt if registered by the deadline.

Standout details

Benefits Rescue Mission of Utica
Scenic route through Proctor Park
Awards for 5K winners
Commemorative T-shirt

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Sat, Aug 8, 9:15 AM EDT · From $20.08
Opens Mar 15, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT · Closes Aug 7, 2026, 7:00 PM EDT
5K
Sat, Aug 8, 9:00 AM EDT · From $30.68
Opens Mar 15, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT · Closes Aug 3, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

warm-day exposure

Warm season

The course

Hilly
Timed race

From the organizer

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.

Timing Services will be provided for the 5k by TNT Timing

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

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