Buffalo Marathon
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Buffalo Marathon Weekend : Buffalo, NY
The Buffalo Marathon Weekend is a multi-day running event held at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center and nearby city streets and parks. The 2026 edition marks the 25th anniversary and includes a variety of race formats and community activities.
Distances and event types include:
- 26.2 Miles - Full Marathon
- 13.1 Miles - Half Marathon
- 3.1 Miles - Buffalo Marathon 5K Run
- 3.1 Miles - 5K Walk
- Kids races and a Diaper Dash for young children
- Ruffalo Stampede Dog Run - 1K
- Plogging event with a run and a two-mile walk
Certain race entries offer a VIP upgrade that provides priority packet pick-up, an exclusive tent or room with private restrooms, VIP parking, dedicated pre- and post-race refreshments, a private recovery zone, and special VIP swag; VIP spots are limited.
Registration policies note that registration changes (deferrals, race transfers, participant transfers) close April 30, 2026, and there are no refunds. Registration insurance is available for 7.5% of the registration cost (minimum $8.99) to recover 100% of the registration and fees for covered reasons such as injury or illness.
The plogging activity includes community cleanup elements; bags and gloves are provided and a post-run gathering is planned in the Entertainment District. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
