Buffalo Blizzard Run
- Date Sat 5th December 2026
- Time 4:30PM EST
- Location Buffalo, New York
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to embrace the holiday spirit at the Buffalo Blizzard Run on Saturday, December 5th, 2026! This festive family fun run will take place in the heart of Buffalo, Erie, starting and ending at the vibrant Buffalo Holiday Market. Lace up your shoes for a 5K adventure that promises joy, excitement, and unforgettable memories. Participants of all ages and fitness levels are invited to join in the fun, whether you're pushing a stroller, running with friends, or aiming for a personal best while donning your favorite holiday attire.
As you race through the beautifully decorated campus of Buffalo State University, you'll enjoy stunning architecture and tree-lined streets that create a magical atmosphere. Each athlete will receive a custom shirt, bib, and a finisher medal, along with a complimentary drink of your choice—be it hot cocoa, a mixed drink, or even beer! So skip the mall chaos and kick off your holiday season with joy, movement, and a community filled with cheer. Join us for an unforgettable day of fun at the Buffalo Blizzard Run!
As you race through the beautifully decorated campus of Buffalo State University, you'll enjoy stunning architecture and tree-lined streets that create a magical atmosphere. Each athlete will receive a custom shirt, bib, and a finisher medal, along with a complimentary drink of your choice—be it hot cocoa, a mixed drink, or even beer! So skip the mall chaos and kick off your holiday season with joy, movement, and a community filled with cheer. Join us for an unforgettable day of fun at the Buffalo Blizzard Run!
Organiser's Description
snowflake SO MUCH FUN AT THE MARKET!
A Festive Family Fun Run Starting and Ending at the BUFFALO HOLIDAY MARKET.
Ready to lace up your holiday spirit? Join us for the most festive family fun run of the season! The Buffalo Winter Wonderland Run is the perfect way to burn off those holiday cookies and make magical memories.
Each athlete will receive:
CUSTOM SHIRT
CUSTOM BIB
FREE DRINK OF CHOICE, INCLUDING HOT COCOA, MIXED DRINKS, BEER AND MORE..
FINISHER MEDAL
Start & Finish Line Magic: Your adventure begins and ends at the heart of Buffalo's cheer: the BUFFALO HOLIDAY MARKET! Feel the electricity of the crowd as you take off, and cross the finish line right into the aroma of cocoa and the sights of a European-style market.
The Illuminated Campus Course: Our specially designed 5K route takes you on a festive course around the beautiful, historic Buffalo State University Campus. Experience the gorgeous architecture and tree-lined streets with a few stops along the way to really get you into the holiday spirit.
Don't Just Run, Dash Into the Holiday Spirit!
Whether you're pushing a stroller, chasing your kids, or aiming for a personal best in an elf hat, this event is designed for every age and fitness level. Skip the mall chaos and kick off your holiday season the best way possible: with joy, movement, and a community full of cheer!
2025 Course [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3158265]
Packet Pickup Details:
3-4:15PM- Packet Pickup will be inside the Richardson Hotel in one of the restaurant dining rooms
You will enter through the front of the hotel and then follow signs for the restaurant
We will have arrows pointing all athletes to the correct room
4:30PM- Race will start behind the Richardson Hotel on Richardson Road
Then stay after and grab a drink of your choice at the market!
We cannot wait to see you soon!!
A Festive Family Fun Run Starting and Ending at the BUFFALO HOLIDAY MARKET.
Ready to lace up your holiday spirit? Join us for the most festive family fun run of the season! The Buffalo Winter Wonderland Run is the perfect way to burn off those holiday cookies and make magical memories.
Each athlete will receive:
CUSTOM SHIRT
CUSTOM BIB
FREE DRINK OF CHOICE, INCLUDING HOT COCOA, MIXED DRINKS, BEER AND MORE..
FINISHER MEDAL
Start & Finish Line Magic: Your adventure begins and ends at the heart of Buffalo's cheer: the BUFFALO HOLIDAY MARKET! Feel the electricity of the crowd as you take off, and cross the finish line right into the aroma of cocoa and the sights of a European-style market.
The Illuminated Campus Course: Our specially designed 5K route takes you on a festive course around the beautiful, historic Buffalo State University Campus. Experience the gorgeous architecture and tree-lined streets with a few stops along the way to really get you into the holiday spirit.
Don't Just Run, Dash Into the Holiday Spirit!
Whether you're pushing a stroller, chasing your kids, or aiming for a personal best in an elf hat, this event is designed for every age and fitness level. Skip the mall chaos and kick off your holiday season the best way possible: with joy, movement, and a community full of cheer!
2025 Course [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3158265]
Packet Pickup Details:
3-4:15PM- Packet Pickup will be inside the Richardson Hotel in one of the restaurant dining rooms
You will enter through the front of the hotel and then follow signs for the restaurant
We will have arrows pointing all athletes to the correct room
4:30PM- Race will start behind the Richardson Hotel on Richardson Road
Then stay after and grab a drink of your choice at the market!
We cannot wait to see you soon!!
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th December 2026 (4:30PM EST)
$38.10
OPENS 11 NOV
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