Celebrating 25 years in 2026, the Buffalo Marathon Weekend is Western New York's premier running festival, offering a diverse lineup of events across Memorial Day weekend. The festivities begin on Saturday, May 23, with several community-focused races including the 5K, 5K Walk, Kids Mini-Marathon (ages 1–8), Diaper Dash (2 and under), and the Ruffalo dog run. On Sunday, May 24, runners tackle the main events: a fast, flat, and scenic full marathon and half marathon—both Boston Marathon qualifiers—starting at 6:30 AM from a common start and finish line near the Buffalo Convention Center. The route showcases downtown streets, beautiful parks, and Lake Erie waterfront views, complemented by enthusiastic crowd support, aid stations, and a vibrant post-race celebration inside the convention center.
Race
5 km
Race Date:
23 May, 2026
The Buffalo Marathon 5K Run is scheduled for Saturday, May 23, 2026, beginning at 8:00 AM. Organized by the same host, it starts near the Convention Center and offers a lively, accessible way to kick off the weekend in downtown Buffalo.
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FAQs
What is the Buffalo 5K?
How long is the Buffalo 5K?
Where does the Buffalo 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Buffalo 5K?
How can I prepare for the Buffalo 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Buffalo 5K?
The Buffalo Marathon 5K Run is scheduled for Saturday, May 23, 2026, beginning at 8:00 AM. Organized by the same host, it starts near the Convention Center and offers a lively, accessible way to kick off the weekend in downtown Buffalo.
The Buffalo 5K is 5km long.
The Buffalo 5K takes place in Buffalo, NY, USA.
Runna classifies the Buffalo 5K elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Buffalo 5K?
The Buffalo Marathon 5K Run is scheduled for Saturday, May 23, 2026, beginning at 8:00 AM. Organized by the same host, it starts near the Convention Center and offers a lively, accessible way to kick off the weekend in downtown Buffalo.
How long is the Buffalo 5K?
The Buffalo 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Buffalo 5K take place?
The Buffalo 5K takes place in Buffalo, NY, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Buffalo 5K?
Runna classifies the Buffalo 5K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Buffalo 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Buffalo 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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Sport:
Running
Tags:
Dog Friendly
Kid friendly
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