
From the Organizer
The social running event of the summer in the Elmwood Village
• T-Shirts to the First 750 Entries
• Free Kids Races
• Couples Division
• Very Deep Awards
Complimentary Food & Refreshments
Buffalo Subaru 4 Mile Chase is hosting the 2026 USATF Niagara Association Open and Masters 4 Mile Championships. To be eligible for USATF Niagara awards and scoring, you must be a current 2026 USATF Niagara member.
With the race being designated the 4 Mile Championship, this also includes being apart of the 2026 USATF Niagara Runner Of The Year Series and the USATF Niagara Team Grand Prix Series
FRIDAY, JULY 17th: 2:30pm UNTIL RACE TIME - BIDWELL PKWY AT ELMWOOD AVE
• $40.00 U.S. Funds - Cash, Check, Credit Card, Canadian at daily bank rate
• Pre-registered runners may pick up numbers and T-shirts on Bidwell Parkway next to 946 Elmwood Avenue
• No refunds
The 43rd Running. Friday, July 17th, 2026
2:30 P.M. Registration and Expo begin.
5:00 P.M. Happy Hour / Live Music.
6:30 P.M. Elite Introductions and Pre-Race Instructions.
7:00 P.M. SHARP - RACE START.
A special FREE Kids Race for boys & girls (5-6yr. olds, 30yds; 7-8yr. olds, 40 yds; 9-10yr. olds, 50 yds) will begin at 7pm. Register 5pm-6:30 on Bidwell Parkway
Events
Weather
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
81°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Buffalo, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
276,397
as of 2023
Elevation
583 ft
Nearest Airport
BUF
Buffalo Niagara International Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
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Buffalo Subaru 4 Mile Chase - 44th Annual
Jul 17, 2026