Veterans Race
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Veterans Race - Buffalo, NY
The Veterans Race takes place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Buffalo Naval and Military Park. The event is presented by Richmond Vona Personal Injury Attorneys and hosted by Destination Races. The race cap is 800 participants. Proceeds will benefit WNY HEROES and the Buffalo Naval Park. The post-race gathering is at Other Half Brewing (Seneca Tower).
Events and key details
- 5K - CIVILIAN
- 5K - Veteran or Active Duty
- 10K - CIVILIAN
- 10K - Veteran or Active Duty
- Kids "Cadet" Race - ages 2 to 8
- Walk - 2 Mile - not timed
Pre-race packet pickup is scheduled for November 7 at Other Half Brewing, 1 Seneca St, Seneca Tower. Awards are given by age group for veterans and civilians: 5-year brackets in the 5K and 10-year brackets in the 10K. The fastest veteran or active duty participant in the 5K will receive the Edward S. Simmons Trophy. The course is not certified or USATF marked and lists start and finish at the Naval Park. Early registration through September 30 includes an extra complimentary item; after October 1 each runner receives a finisher lanyard/ornament, a post-race cup, and an unbreakable pint. Sponsors include Richmond Vona, Moog, Tops Friendly Markets, and Bruckman Media. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.