Buffalo BPN Solar Eclipse 5k
Monday, April 8, 2024
Past event
5:00 AM EDT
Buffalo, New York
$43.40 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Get ready for a memorable experience at the Buffalo BPN Solar Eclipse 5K on April 8, 2024, in Buffalo, Erie! This unique event coincides with a spectacular total solar eclipse that has not graced New York since 1925. As the eclipse reaches its peak at 3:18 PM, with an awe-inspiring duration of 3 minutes and 45 seconds of darkness, you can join fellow fitness enthusiasts in a virtual 5K run. Participants have the flexibility to complete the race before, during, or after the eclipse, making it a perfect way to celebrate this extraordinary moment in time.
In addition to the thrill of the eclipse, all runners will receive a custom race bib, solar eclipse glasses, a race shirt, a medal, and a personalized finisher certificate. The first 100 registrants will also receive a special commemorative pint glass to mark this once-in-a-lifetime event. With an expected influx of 375,000 to 500,000 visitors to Buffalo, this 5K is a fantastic opportunity to join a vibrant community celebration. Don't miss out on this extraordinary blend of fitness and fun that promises to "eclipse" all other running events!
In addition to the thrill of the eclipse, all runners will receive a custom race bib, solar eclipse glasses, a race shirt, a medal, and a personalized finisher certificate. The first 100 registrants will also receive a special commemorative pint glass to mark this once-in-a-lifetime event. With an expected influx of 375,000 to 500,000 visitors to Buffalo, this 5K is a fantastic opportunity to join a vibrant community celebration. Don't miss out on this extraordinary blend of fitness and fun that promises to "eclipse" all other running events!
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Buffalo BPN Solar Eclipse 5k (Virtu_Real)
VirtualIncl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
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Organiser's description
FITNESS AND FUN !!! WHERE WILL YOU BE WHEN THE SKY GOES DARK?
Come join us for a once-in-a-lifetime unique experience on April 8, 2024 in Buffalo, NY. The last Total Solar Eclipse in New York was in 1925. The next Total Solar Eclipse in the United States will be in 2045. The next Total Solar Eclipse in New York will be in 2079 and 2144.
The highly-anticipated Solar Eclipse will be directly overhead at 3:18 pm and will last for an astounding 3 minutes and 45 seconds. With between 375,000-500,000 visitors expected to flock to the City of Buffalo for this unique event, we are thrilled to offer the Solar Eclipse Moon Shadow 5K.
THE BUFFALO BPN SOLAR ECLIPSE 5K, WILL NEED TO BE DONE VIRTUALLY, ON APRIL 8TH. THIS CAN BE COMPLETED BEFORE, DURING, OR AFTER THE SOLAR ECLIPSE. TO COMMEMORATE THIS DAY, ALL RUNNERS WILL RECEIVE.
* CUSTOM RACE BIB
* RACE SOLAR ECLIPSE GLASSES
* RACE SHIRT
* RACE MEDAL
* CUSTOM FINISHER CERTIFICATEE
*** THE FIRST 100 REGISTRANTS WILL RECEIVE THE CUSTOM SOLAR ECLIPSE MOOD SHADOW COMMEMORATIVE PINT GLASS FOR FREE. THERE WILL ALSO BE A RAFFLE FOR ADDITIONAL PRIZES.
Please note that although this event falls on a Monday, many schools and businesses will be closed, making it feel like a Sunday. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to join us for a running event that will "eclipse" all other running events.
LOCAL PACKET PICK UP LOCATION (SHIRT ,MEDAL, GLASSES, AND ETC.) : TO BE DETERMINED
Come join us for a once-in-a-lifetime unique experience on April 8, 2024 in Buffalo, NY. The last Total Solar Eclipse in New York was in 1925. The next Total Solar Eclipse in the United States will be in 2045. The next Total Solar Eclipse in New York will be in 2079 and 2144.
The highly-anticipated Solar Eclipse will be directly overhead at 3:18 pm and will last for an astounding 3 minutes and 45 seconds. With between 375,000-500,000 visitors expected to flock to the City of Buffalo for this unique event, we are thrilled to offer the Solar Eclipse Moon Shadow 5K.
THE BUFFALO BPN SOLAR ECLIPSE 5K, WILL NEED TO BE DONE VIRTUALLY, ON APRIL 8TH. THIS CAN BE COMPLETED BEFORE, DURING, OR AFTER THE SOLAR ECLIPSE. TO COMMEMORATE THIS DAY, ALL RUNNERS WILL RECEIVE.
* CUSTOM RACE BIB
* RACE SOLAR ECLIPSE GLASSES
* RACE SHIRT
* RACE MEDAL
* CUSTOM FINISHER CERTIFICATEE
*** THE FIRST 100 REGISTRANTS WILL RECEIVE THE CUSTOM SOLAR ECLIPSE MOOD SHADOW COMMEMORATIVE PINT GLASS FOR FREE. THERE WILL ALSO BE A RAFFLE FOR ADDITIONAL PRIZES.
Please note that although this event falls on a Monday, many schools and businesses will be closed, making it feel like a Sunday. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to join us for a running event that will "eclipse" all other running events.
LOCAL PACKET PICK UP LOCATION (SHIRT ,MEDAL, GLASSES, AND ETC.) : TO BE DETERMINED
Location
1398 N Forest Rd, Buffalo, 14221, NY, United States
Buffalo BPN Solar Eclipse 5k
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