Buffalo Marathon
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Event details
The Buffalo Marathon Weekend takes place May 23 - May 24, 2026 in Buffalo, New York. The event marks the 25th anniversary of the weekend and is listed as a Boston Marathon qualifier. The main venue is the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center at 153 Franklin Street, Buffalo, NY 14202.
Distances and event types:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 5K run
- 5K walk
- Kids Mini-Marathon (ages 1-8)
- Diaper Dash (ages 2 and under)
- The Ruffalo
Age limits listed for events include ages 18-99 for the marathon, 13-99 for the half marathon, and 5-99 for the 5K run. The kids events specify the age ranges above.
Registration, fees and charity
Listed entry fees include $135 for the marathon, $120 for the half marathon, and $40 for the 5K events. The community kids race and diaper dash list a base fee of $10 and note price increases after participant thresholds are met. Some event proceeds - including the walk and kids events - are designated to benefit Children's Hospital.
Registration changes such as deferrals, race transfers, and participant transfers close April 30, 2026. The event policy states there are no refunds. Registration insurance is available at 7.5% of the registration cost (minimum $8.99), underwritten by Jefferson Insurance Company and purchasable at registration. The listed charity partner is Kaleida Health Foundation, with a stated goal of $150,000 and $1,513 raised at the time shown. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
