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Veterans Race - Buffalo, NY

Date
November 7, 2026
Distance
5K - CIVILIAN · 5K - Veteran or Active Duty · 10K - Civilian & more
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From the Organizer

Presented by Richmond \ Vona Personal Injury Attorneys.  Hosted by Destination Races.

 

Race Start: 9:00 AM

  • Race Cap is 800 participants
  • 5K & 10K and Kids Race (ages 2 to 8)  - Open to all - civilians, military, active duty.  Anyone who wants to celebrate our troops. 
    • After October 1st the price goes DOWN but athletes will receive only 1 gift.
  • Post Race Party Kegs N' Eggs breakfast at Other Half Brewing - 1 Seneca Tower
  • Awards by age group for Veterans and Civilians.  5 year age brackets in 5K, 10 year age brackets in 10K.

 

  • PRE-RACE PACKET PICK UP:
    • November 7th from 11:30-7:30 at OTHER HALF BREWING at 1 Seneca St, Seneca Tower.
    • Race day beginning at 6:30 AM at the Naval Park
  • No Walk Up or Race Day registration
Veterans Race presented by Destination Races and Presenting Sponsor the law office of Richmond\ Vona has been honoring all who served and currently serving in our military. Our goal is to improve services towards local veteran organizations.
This year, we are proud to host the race with WNY Heroes and Buffalo Naval Park.  Proceeds will benefit these two groups to PRESERVE. PROTECT. and HONOR all who served.  

Events

5K - CIVILIAN9 AMRegister →
5K - Veteran or Active Duty9 AMRegister →
10K - Civilian9 AMRegister →
10K - Veteran or Active Duty9 AMRegister →
Kids "Cadet" Race8:30 AMRegister →
Walk - 2 Mile - not timed9 AMRegister →

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

51°

Typical Low

37°

Chance of Rain

46%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Buffalo, 8 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:58 AMSunset 5:02 PMDaylight 10h 4m

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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Race
Veterans Race - Buffalo, NY
Date
November 7, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Veterans Race - Buffalo, NY?
Veterans Race - Buffalo, NY is a running race held in Buffalo, New York on November 7, 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 Veterans Race - Buffalo, NY?
Saturday, November 7, 2026 in Buffalo, New York at 1 Naval Park Cove, Buffalo, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Veterans Race - Buffalo, NY?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Veterans Race - Buffalo, NY

Nov 7, 2026

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