
Run for Rhinos presented by Reimer Home Services, An Official Partner of the Buffalo Zoo is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Buffalo, NY, with an entry fee of $35.
From the Organizer
Celebrate the 7th annual Run for Rhinos presented by Reimer Home Services, An Official Partner of the Buffalo Zoo on Saturday, September 26th at 8:00am. This in-person 5K includes a race/walk through Delaware Park and ends in the Buffalo Zoo. Your race registration includes a ticket to the Zoo on September 26. Sign up today!
Race packets can be picked up 9/24 and 9/25 5:00PM-7:00PM at the Buffalo Zoo's main entrance.
All registrants will receive a race t-shirt, finisher medal, and a ticket to the Buffalo Zoo good for admission on the day of the event.
Parking: Hourly paid parking available in the Buffalo Zoo's lot or free street parking.
*This is a rain or shine event. If you can no longer attend after registering, your race fees will be considered a donation.
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
68°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Buffalo, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
276,397
as of 2023
City 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
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Run for Rhinos presented by Reimer Home Services, An Official Partner of the Buffalo Zoo, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Coming Up
Run for Rhinos presented by Reimer Home Services, An Official Partner of the Buffalo Zoo
Sep 26, 2026