Buffalo Marathon
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Event overview
The Buffalo Marathon Weekend is scheduled for May 23-24, 2026 in Buffalo, New York. The event center is the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center at 153 Franklin Street, Buffalo, NY 14202. The marathon course is a Boston Marathon qualifier and the routes run through streets, parks and waterways in Buffalo. Registration changes (deferrals, race transfers, participant transfers) close April 30, 2026.
- Marathon - open to ages 18-99.
- Half Marathon - open to ages 13-99.
- 5K Run - open to ages 5-99.
- 5K Walk - proceeds to benefit Children's Hospital.
- Community Kids Race - ages 1-8, proceeds to benefit Children's Hospital.
- Community Diaper Dash - ages 2 and under, proceeds to benefit Children's Hospital.
- The Ruffalo - listed as part of the weekend events.
Registration, fees and policies
Published entry fees include Marathon $125, Half Marathon $110, 5K Run and 5K Walk $40, Community Kids Race $10, and Community Diaper Dash $10. Processing fees are being paid by the Buffalo Marathon. The event policy states there are no refunds.
Race fee insurance is available at 7.5% of the registration cost including processing fee (minimum $8.99). Insurance must be purchased at the time of registration; terms, conditions, and exclusions apply. Insurance benefits are underwritten by Jefferson Insurance Company. The event charity listed is the Kaleida Health Foundation with a stated goal of $150,000 and $1,513 raised. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.