2026 Viking 5K-A Memorial Run for Captain Michael "Buzzy" Andersen
- Date
- June 20, 2026
- Location
- 21 Court Street, Cortland, NY
- Distance
- 2025 Viking 5K
From the Organizer
Come join us to honor and celebrate the life of Michael “Buzzy” Andersen. Captain Buzzy served 22 years at the Cortland City Fire Department and 15 years as a Fire Investigator. He fought fires as courageously as he fought stage 4 lung cancer. Captain Buzzy succumbed to his job related cancer on February 7, 2024.
One of his true passions in life was being a competitive athlete. He was an avid runner and canoeist. He helped coordinate and certify many races, and initiated the Cortland Pumpkin Run.
Please join us on Saturday, June 20th, while we celebrate and honor the life of Captain Michael “Buzzy” Andersen. Help spread awareness to the silent killers firefighters face everyday.
RACE START TIME: 10:00 AM
CHECK IN TIME: 9:00 AM
LOCATION: Fire Department on Court Street and through Cortland
PARKING: Street Parking is available nearby
COURSE: This race begins near Courthouse Park and weaves through the hills of Cortland and the campus to just before Pashlay then turns around and heads back towards the start line.
Day of registrations will be accepted this year! Cash only.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
76°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Freeville 1 Ne, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cortland, NY
Population
17,465
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
ITH
Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport · 16 mi
Major Hub
SYR
Syracuse Hancock International Airport · 36 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- Race
- 2026 Viking 5K-A Memorial Run for Captain Michael "Buzzy" Andersen
- Date
- June 20, 2026
- Location
- 21 Court Street, Cortland, NY
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2026 Viking 5K-A Memorial Run for Captain Michael "Buzzy" Andersen?
- 2026 Viking 5K-A Memorial Run for Captain Michael "Buzzy" Andersen is a running race held in Cortland, New York on June 20, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 2026 Viking 5K-A Memorial Run for Captain Michael "Buzzy" Andersen?
- Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Cortland, New York at 21 Court Street, Cortland, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2026 Viking 5K-A Memorial Run for Captain Michael "Buzzy" Andersen?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
2026 Viking 5K-A Memorial Run for Captain Michael "Buzzy" Andersen
Jun 20, 2026