Buffalo Runners 6 Hour Distance Classic
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6 Hour Distance Classic
The 6 Hour Distance Classic is a timed six hour running and walking event held on April 12, 2026 in Amherst, NY. The course is traffic free and runs on the Amherst Bike Path at Northtown Center. The loop is P-shaped so participants are never more than 1.5 miles from water, snacks, porta-potties and parking.
All certified distances occur concurrently on the same loop. The event includes USATF certified loop options and certified half marathon and full marathon courses. Marathon finish times may be submitted to the Boston Athletic Association for Boston qualifying purposes. All timing stops at six hours. Partial laps at the end count only if the runner completes the full lap. Participants may run or walk as many laps as they choose.
Aid is provided near the primary timing station at the turn-around and includes water, Gatorade and munchies. Pizza and soda are served starting midway through the event. Packet pickup and in-person registration are available at the race location. The event is open to a wide age range and has tiered entry fees based on age and registration timing. All finishers receive a medal.
Distances: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 5k loop USATF certified
- Half marathon four full loops plus 1.0975 km
- Marathon eight full loops plus 2.195 km
- Six hour distance run or walk as far as possible
