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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barbecue Bash Quarters, 1/4 Marathon | Other | Nov 1, 20267:30 AM | $70$75 after Nov 1, 2026 | – |
| Barbecue Bash Quarters, 2/4 (Half) Marathon | Half Marathon | Nov 1, 20267:30 AM | $89$96 after Nov 1, 2026 | – |
| Barbecue Bash Quarters, 3/4 Marathon | Other | Nov 1, 20267:30 AM | $94$101 after Nov 1, 2026 | – |
| Barbecue Bash Quarters, 4/4 (Full) Marathon | Marathon | Nov 1, 20267:30 AM | $99$106 after Nov 1, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Other fee goes up to $75 on Nov 1, 2026.
Online registration closes Nov 1, 2026, unless the race fills first.
At $99, entry is about 20 percent below a typical marathon in New York, which costs $124.50 right now.
A typical finisher at a marathon in New York runs 4:10:53, about 9:34 a mile, based on 12 races with published results. Women typically finish in 4:25:37 and men in 3:59:22.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:44 AM, and the Barbecue Bash Quarters, 1/4 Marathon starts at 7:30 AM. The start sits about 430 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Varies, Rochester, NY 14626
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Aggregated from official results (HourGlass Works) for West of the River Series (June Jaunt, The Potato Run, and Barbecue Bash Quarters). Individual finisher names are not stored here.
At the 2026 The Potato Run 10K, the fastest tenth finished in 51:43 or better, the top quarter in 58:26, and half the field in 1:08:35; the last tenth came in after 1:32:31.
At the 2026 June Jaunt 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 22:33 or better, the top quarter in 29:06, and half the field in 35:01; the last tenth came in after 49:54.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 30-39 | 1:02:56 | n/a |
| 40-49 | 1:02:24 | n/a |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Up 65 percent since 2021.
All events combined, from official results.
From 2021 to 2026, the field went from 8 to 45 finishers, and the median time dropped from 1:15:54 to 1:08:35.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 45 (+29%) | 1:08:35 | under 51:43 | 38:40 |
| 2025 | 35 (+75%) | 1:02:08 | under 50:27 | 36:11 |
| 2024 | 20 (+33%) | 1:13:12 | under 54:54 | 37:07 |
| 2023 | 15 (-17%) | 1:06:05 | under 1:00:24 | 58:00 |
| 2022 | 18 (+125%) | 1:11:17 | under 56:03 | 52:57 |
| 2021 | 8 | 1:15:54 | under 56:56 | 47:12 |
From each year's official results for the 10K; virtual options are left out.
Slower than most New York half marathons
The fastest quarter of the 2024 half marathon field finished under 1:59:18, against 1:54:19 in a typical New York half marathon, so times here run 4 percent slower.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Around November 1 the day usually runs from 43°F at dawn to 55°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 23% of days. Cold snaps dip to 35°F and hot years reach 72°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of West of the River Series (June Jaunt, The Potato Run, and Barbecue Bash Quarters) cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
Please Note: Our intention is to hold the dates as follows. However, facilities availability, local permits, and other situations could arise to change the schedule or even locations. That is not our plan, but things do happen and while we…
Course
Course records and top finishes for in-person races. No race was in person for 2020. June Jaunt was still virtual only for 2021. We also recognize final finishers within the respective cutoffs at races. June Jaunt. Current Records. Female…
Course
The purpose of the West of the River Series is to highlight points in Monroe County, NY that are west of the Genesee River. Our host towns (Hilton, Greece, and Spencerport) each offer a unique feel. Following are the course links and…
Parking and travel
Race Locations. June Jaunt. Studio 22 Fitness, 67 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton, New York 14468. Parking is on both sides of the building, although only one side is going to be open at the start. Additional parking is available along the street…
Rules and FAQ
Please read the June Jaunt Participant Guide to answer the most common race-specific questions.
Rules and FAQ
Referrals. When you register, you should get a code to share with whomever you wish. As people use your code to register, RunSignup tracks it, and if there are enough, you'll get a refund for whatever amount we've chosen each year…
Organize this race? Add details or a correction
Obatron Productions' exercise arm, Obatron Fitness, is proud to offer the fourth year of our race series, West of the River Series! Enter the whole series or choose individual races. Walker and mobility-impaired friendly. Diet sensitive. Training available.
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2026 Updates and Information
We have youth pricing for those aged 19 and under.