Queen City Mile
- Date
- August 15, 2026
- Location
- 55 Chicago Street, Buffalo, NY
- Distance
- Queen City Mile · Triple Crown Series
From the Organizer
Packet pickup and race day registration will be from 4-6 inside Resurgence Brewing in the beer garden.
Races will start at 6:00 (kids), 6:20 ( all women ), 6:40 (all men).
Have you ever run a mile as fast as you can? Do you think you have what it takes to compete with the best of the best? Come out and show out for a fast and fun mile race through the heart of the Old First Ward. Whether it’s your first mile or your 200th mile, come out and chase your 2026 running goals in this fast race! Challenge the best amongst the Buffalo running community in this race presented by Checkers AC. After the race swing by Resurgence and enjoy some cold beverages with your best mates. Make sure to sign up by July 16 to ensure a race shirt! We will have a small amount of shirts after for sale.
Custom prizes for the winners and prize money paid only to USATF Niagara association members that win and a $100 course record bonus.
This race is part of the USATF Niagara runner of the year series and Buffalo runner of the year series and heats will be split up by gender with a separate kids race.
Goal: Raise money for 2 scholarships which will be awarded in 2027. One scholarship for a youth to attend 1 week of Snyder Track and Field Summer camp, and one for a high schooler to attend Blue Mountain XC camp for one week.
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
79°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Buffalo, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Buffalo, NY
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.
Race Location
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Queen City Mile?
- Queen City Mile is a running race held in Buffalo, New York on August 15, 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 Queen City Mile?
- Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Buffalo, New York at 55 Chicago Street, Buffalo, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Queen City Mile?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Queen City Mile
Aug 15, 2026