Summer Send-Off 8k
Summer Send-Off 8k is a running race on August 20, 2026 in Orchard Park, NY, featuring the 8K / 5 Mile distance, with an entry fee of $45.
- Date
- August 20, 2026 (48 days to go)
- Distance
- 8K / 5 Mile
- Price
- $45
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Summer Send-Off 8K
Close out summer with one last great race before the fall racing season begins! The Summer Send-Off 8K is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself, set a late-summer PR, or simply enjoy an evening run with friends before shifting gears into autumn training.
Join us on Thursday, August 20th at 6:00 P.M. as we start and finish at the Wings Meeting Place. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or a first-time 8K participant, you'll enjoy a fun, welcoming atmosphere and a beautiful summer evening on the course.
Best of all, your participation helps make a difference. A portion of the race proceeds will benefit Wings Flight of Hope, supporting its mission and the important work it does in our community.
Don't miss your chance to celebrate the end of summer, support a great cause, and kick off the next racing season in style. We look forward to seeing you at the starting line!
What Will Participants Receive?
Themed T-Shirt to the first 250 signups or by August 10th.
Which-ever comes first.
Sizes available are Adult XS-2XL.
Awards
Top Male / Female
Top Male / Female Masters
Top 3 Male / Female in age-groups 10 and under, 11-14, then 5 year groups starting at 15 through 80+.
Post Race Awards will be at the Wings Meeting Place.
Packet Pickup
Thursday, August 20th from 12:00 P.M.- 5:45 P.M.
Wings Meeting Place
3964 California Road. Orchard Park, NY 14127
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
77°
Typical Low
55°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Colden 1 N, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Orchard Park, NY
Population
3,066
as of 2023
City Elevation
842 ft
Nearest Airport
BUF
Buffalo Niagara International Airport · 12 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Summer Send-Off 8k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
48
Days to train
- Race
- Summer Send-Off 8k
- Date
- August 20, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
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Summer Send-Off 8k
Aug 20, 2026