GBTC Grand Island Half Marathon
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About the race
The Greater Buffalo Track Club Grand Island Half Marathon is the 33rd running of the half marathon held on May 1, 2027, at Beaver Island State Park in Grand Island, NY, between Buffalo and Niagara Falls. The race uses the main parking lot for the start and finish and follows a flat out-and-back course along the Niagara River with more than 85% of the route closed to traffic. There is no time limit to complete the course. The event includes chip timing for all in-person runners and six hydration stations on course supplying water and sports drinks; runners may also carry their own bottles.
Portable toilets are available along the course and additional facilities are located in the start/finish area. Participant services include RaceJoy live tracking and free downloadable photos organized by bib number, with photographers at the start, on course, and at the finish. Every finisher receives a commemorative race shirt and medal; first-time half marathoners receive a medal with a distinct ribbon and a dedicated photo opportunity. A post-race party adjacent to the finish features awards, food, drinks, and music.
Entry fee refund rules apply for anyone who breaks a division record. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
