Buffalo Marathon Weekend
When is Buffalo Marathon Weekend?
Buffalo Marathon Weekend takes place on Saturday, May 23, 2026 in Buffalo, NY.
What distances does Buffalo Marathon Weekend offer?
Buffalo Marathon Weekend offers 15 events: Ruffalo Stampede Dog Run, Community 5k WALK with 100% of Proceeds To Cardiac Programs At GVI & Buffalo General, Community 5k Run with 100% of Proceeds To Cardiac Programs At GVI & Buffalo General, Buffalo Marathon 5k Run, Buffalo Marathon Walk (5k), Community Half Marathon - Heart-To-Heart Fundraiser, Half Marathon with the VIP Experience, Half Marathon, Marathon, Marathon with the VIP Experience, Community Marathon - Heart-To-Heart Fundraiser, Community Diaper Dash (Saturday) - 2 year old and under, Community Kids Race (Saturday) ages 1-8, MyTestEvent, Pacers.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruffalo Stampede Dog Run | 1.0 km | $40.00 | Register |
| Community 5k WALK with 100% of Proceeds To Cardiac Programs At GVI & Buffalo General | 3.1 mi | $85.00 | Register |
| Community 5k Run with 100% of Proceeds To Cardiac Programs At GVI & Buffalo General | 3.1 mi | $85.00 | Register |
| Buffalo Marathon 5k Run | 3.1 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| Buffalo Marathon Walk (5k) | 3.1 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| Community Half Marathon - Heart-To-Heart Fundraiser | 13.1 mi | $75.00 | Register |
| Half Marathon with the VIP Experience 19 spots left | 13.1 mi | $335.00 | Register |
| Half Marathon | 13.1 mi | $140.00 | Register |
| Marathon | 26.2 mi | $155.00 | Register |
| Marathon with the VIP Experience 50 spots left | 26.2 mi | $350.00 | Register |
| Community Marathon - Heart-To-Heart Fundraiser | 26.2 mi | $75.00 | Register |
| Community Diaper Dash (Saturday) - 2 year old and under | — | $10.00 | Register |
| Community Kids Race (Saturday) ages 1-8 | — | $10.00 | Register |
| MyTestEvent | — | $100.00 | Register |
| Pacers | — | $175.00 | Register |
How much does Buffalo Marathon Weekend cost?
Registration for Buffalo Marathon Weekend starts at $10.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Buffalo Marathon Weekend held?
Buffalo Marathon Weekend is held in Buffalo, NY at Buffalo Niagara Convention Center.
About Buffalo Marathon Weekend
2026 marks the 25th anniversary of the Buffalo Marathon Weekend. Come out and enjoy a Full Marathon, Half Marathon, the Buffalo Marathon 5K, 5K Walk, Kids Mini-Marathon, Diaper Dash or The Ruffalo. This is a fast, scenic Boston Marathon qualifier that takes you through the best streets, parks and waterways in Buffalo. Registration changes (deferrals, race transfers, participant transfers) close April 30, 2026.
Please be Aware There are No Refunds.
Please understand to provide you with the best event possible we need to plan, budget and control our costs based on our registration numbers. We do realize life does happen and things do come up that may prevent you from participating. With that in mind we are providing several options in the unfortunate event you cannot make the race.
Protect Your Race Registration
Registration insurance is available for the nominal charge of 7.5% of the registration cost including processing fee (minimum charge is $8.99). Register with peace of mind knowing you can recover 100% of your registration cost plus fees If you cannot attend the race for a number of reasons, including covered injury, illness, traffic accidents, and more.
Fundraising Options
Heart to Heart Marathon and Half Marathon Fundraising Option
Run the Buffalo Marathon or Half as a Heart to Heart Fundraiser.
Runners only pay $25 to run in the half or full marathon in exchange for pledging to raise at least $500 for cardiac cancer research. All proceeds go directly to the Kaleida Health Foundation and benefit the best-in-class cardiac programs at Buffalo General Medical Center/Gates Vascular Institute.
Heart to Heart Buffalo Marathon and Half Marathon fundraisers will be provided with a personal fundraising page and tools to accept donations from their friends and family. Heart to Heart runners will also receive a custom heart to heart shirt as well as the ability to win prizes when you fundraise certain amounts.
Let’s join together as a community to fight heart disease in Western New York!❤️
Please be Aware There are No Refunds
Please understand to provide you with the best event possible we need to plan, budget and control our costs based on our registration numbers. We do realize life does happen and things do come up that may prevent you from participating. With that in mind we are providing several options in the unfortunate event you cannot make the race.
Race Fee Insurance.
Registration insurance is available for the nominal charge of 7.5% of the registration cost including processing fee (minimum charge is $8.99). Register with peace of mind knowing you can recover 100% of your registration cost plus fees If you cannot attend the race for a number of reasons, including covered injury, illness, traffic accidents, and more.
Terms, conditions, and exclusions apply. Insurance benefits are underwritten by Jefferson Insurance Company. Recommended by AGA Service Company, the licensed producer and administrator of these plans. Insurance must be purchased at the time of registration.
Race Fees
Processing fees are being paid by the Buffalo Marathon.