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Buffalo Blizzard Run

Date
December 5, 2026
Distance
5K Run/Walk

From the Organizer

❄️ So Much Fun at The Market! 🦌
 

A Festive Family Fun Run Starting and Ending at the Buffalo Holiday Market.
 

Ready to lace up your holiday spirit? Join us for the most festive family fun run of the season! The Buffalo Winter Wonderland Run is the perfect way to burn off those holiday cookies and make magical memories.

 

Each athlete will receive:

Custom Shirt
Custom Bib
Free Drink of Choice, Including Hot Cocoa, Mixed Drinks, Beer and more..
Finisher Medal 

Start & Finish Line Magic: Your adventure begins and ends at the heart of Buffalo's cheer: the Buffalo Holiday Market! Feel the electricity of the crowd as you take off, and cross the finish line right into the aroma of cocoa and the sights of a European-style market.

The Illuminated Campus Course: Our specially designed 5K route takes you on a festive course around the beautiful, historic Buffalo State University Campus. Experience the gorgeous architecture and tree-lined streets with a few stops along the way to really get you into the holiday spirit.

Don't Just Run, Dash Into the Holiday Spirit!
 

Whether you're pushing a stroller, chasing your kids, or aiming for a personal best in an elf hat, this event is designed for every age and fitness level. Skip the mall chaos and kick off your holiday season the best way possible: with joy, movement, and a community full of cheer!

 

2025 Course

 

Packet Pickup Details:

3-4:15PM- Packet Pickup will be inside the Richardson Hotel in one of the restaurant dining rooms

You will enter through the front of the hotel and then follow signs for the restaurant

We will have arrows pointing all athletes to the correct room

 

4:30PM- Race will start behind the Richardson Hotel on Richardson Road

 

Then stay after and grab a drink of your choice at the market! 

 

We cannot wait to see you soon!!  

Distances & Pricing

5K Run/Walk4:30 PMRegister →

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Buffalo Blizzard Run?
Buffalo Blizzard Run is a running event held in Buffalo, NY. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
When and where is the Buffalo Blizzard Run?
Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Buffalo, NY at 121 Porter Ave, Buffalo, NY. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Buffalo Blizzard Run?
Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.

Buffalo Blizzard Run

Dec 5, 2026

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