Latino Vets 8k Run & Family Walk

Saturday, August 26, 2023 Past event

10:15 AM EDT

Buffalo, New York

$25.00–$35.00 · 2 races

1 Mile, 5 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the vibrant Latino Vets 8k Run & Family Walk on Saturday, August 26, 2023, in beautiful Buffalo, Erie! This exciting event features a certified 8k race along the stunning Niagara River Bike Path and through the lively lower west side of Buffalo, offering participants a chance to enjoy the scenery while supporting a great cause. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day out with family, the 1-mile family walk welcomes everyone.

This year, we're thrilled to partner with the El Batey Puerto Rican Center to raise funds for scholarships benefiting children of Latino veterans in our community, as well as to help establish Buffalo's first Latino Veterans Museum. Come out and be part of this inspiring event that celebrates culture and community while making a positive impact! Don't miss the chance to connect, run, and walk together on this special day!

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Races

8k Run

Incl. T-Shirt

10:00 AM EDT

$35.00

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1 Mile Family Walk

Incl. T-Shirt

10:15 AM EDT

$25.00

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Organiser's description

8k run and 1 mile family walk - Come join us for a run along the beautiful Niagara River Bike Path and also through Buffalo's lower west side and help raise funds for scholarships for children of Latino veterans here in our community! The race will be held in the Lower West side Latino Community, at Holy Cross 345 Seventh Street. This is a USATF certified 8k course. We will also be raising seed money to establish Buffalo's first Latino Veterans Museum. This year we will be partnering with El Batey Puerto Rican Center. The Center's mission is to celebrate, inspire and connect kids to their culture and each other so that together they can reimagine... They are located at 175 Rano Street Buffalo N.Y.