Buffalo Blizzard Run

DEC

5

2026

A 5K family run in Buffalo starting and finishing at the Buffalo Holiday Market, with a campus route, race shirt, bib, drink options, and a finisher medal.

Sat 5 Dec 2026

Buffalo, New York

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5 kilometers

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Buffalo Blizzard Run

The Buffalo Blizzard Run is a seasonal 5K run/walk held in Buffalo, NY on 12/05/2026. The start and finish are located at the Buffalo Holiday Market near 121 Porter Ave, Buffalo, NY 14201. For 2026 the event has a new location and the exact course route is to be announced.

The planned course is a 5K route that moves around the historic Buffalo State University campus and includes tree-lined streets and campus architecture. Participants receive a custom shirt, a custom bib, a finisher medal, and one free drink choice; drink options listed include hot cocoa, mixed drinks, and beer.

Registration details listed for the event indicate registration opens July 2, 2026 and closes July 6, 2026, with a registration fee of $35.00. The event description notes a family-oriented atmosphere; participants may push strollers, run with children, or wear seasonal apparel such as an elf hat. The finish area is located at the Buffalo Holiday Market and is adjacent to market activities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.