What race distances can I run in Buffalo?
Buffalo has 5K (8). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
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Running Races in Buffalo, New York
Upcoming running races in and near Buffalo, New York - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
12 upcoming races · 6 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Buffalo races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 15, 2026Queen City Mile Buffalo, NYFrom $30Details Sun, Aug 30, 20262026 Bob Ivory 5K Run Buffalo, NYFrom $40Details Fri, Sep 4, 2026The Tom Donnelly Hall of Fame 5k Buffalo, NYFrom $15Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Buffalo, NY Buffalo, NYFrom $10Details Fri, Sep 25, 2026St. Mark 5k Family Fun Run Buffalo, NYFrom $25Register Sat, Sep 26, 2026Run for Rhinos Buffalo, NYFrom $35Details Sun, Oct 4, 2026Buffalo Home Sellers 5k Buffalo, NYFrom $10Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Veterans Race - Buffalo, NY Buffalo, NYFrom $30Details Sun, Nov 29, 2026Sports City Beer/Cider/Seltzer Mile Buffalo, NYFrom $25Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026Buffalo Blizzard Run Buffalo, NYFrom $40Details Sun, Dec 6, 2026Checkers A.C. Christmas 3k Race Buffalo, NYFrom $25Details Sat, May 29, 2027Buffalo Marathon Weekend Buffalo, NYFrom $40Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Buffalo
When is race season in Buffalo?
September is the busiest month for races in Buffalo, with 4 of the 12, followed by August with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How early should I register for a race in Buffalo?
4 of the 12 races in Buffalo already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Buffalo races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 6 races in Buffalo with published results, the typical median finish is around 33:02, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a race in Buffalo?
Browse Buffalo run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.