Veterans Race - Buffalo, NY
- Date Sat 8th November 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Buffalo, New York
- Price $11.60 - $54.00
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Veterans Race on Saturday, November 8, 2025, in beautiful Buffalo, NY! This exciting event, hosted at the stunning Buffalo & Erie Naval Park, offers participants a chance to engage in either a 5K or 10K race, along with a special Kids Race for ages 2 to 8. The fun kicks off at 9:00 AM, with a cap of 800 participants, welcoming civilians, military members, and active-duty personnel alike to come together and celebrate our heroes.
This year, we are thrilled to partner with WNY Heroes, with proceeds going towards supporting local veteran organizations. Participants who register early can enjoy special rewards, while everyone can look forward to a fantastic post-race party featuring a Kegs n' Eggs breakfast! Awards will be presented by age group for both veterans and civilians, ensuring a spirited competition. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to honor our troops while enjoying a day of fitness and community spirit in Buffalo!
This year, we are thrilled to partner with WNY Heroes, with proceeds going towards supporting local veteran organizations. Participants who register early can enjoy special rewards, while everyone can look forward to a fantastic post-race party featuring a Kegs n' Eggs breakfast! Awards will be presented by age group for both veterans and civilians, ensuring a spirited competition. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to honor our troops while enjoying a day of fitness and community spirit in Buffalo!
Organiser's Description
PRESENTED BY _RICHMOND \ VONA PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEYS_ . HOSTED BY DESTINATION RACES.
RACE START: 9:00 AM
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RACE CAP IS 800 PARTICIPANTS
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5K & 10K AND KIDS RACE (AGES 2 TO 8) - OPEN TO ALL - CIVILIANS, MILITARY, ACTIVE DUTY. ANYONE WHO WANTS TO CELEBRATE OUR TROOPS.
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REVERSE REGISTRATION - EARN AN ADDITIONAL GIFT FOR SIGNING UP EARLY. AFTER OCTOBER 1ST THE PRICE GOES DOWN BUT ATHLETES WILL RECEIVE ONLY 1 GIFT.
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POST RACE PARTY KEGS N' EGGS BREAKFAST
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AWARDS BY AGE GROUP FOR VETERANS AND CIVILIANS. 5 YEAR AGE BRACKETS IN 5K, 10 YEAR AGE BRACKETS IN 10K.
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PRE-RACE PACKET PICK UP:
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NOVEMBER 7TH FROM 11:30-7:30 AT THE BUFFALO & ERIE NAVAL PARK - INSIDE THE RED HANGAR BUILDING.
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RACE DAY BEFORE THE RACE AT THE NAVAL PARK BEGINNING AT 6:30AM
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RACE DAY REGISTRATION WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME, CHECK FACEBOOK UPDATES FOR UPDATES
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.
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.
*
REVERSE REGISTRATION - EARN AN ADDITIONAL GIFT FOR SIGNING UP EARLY. AFTER OCTOBER 1ST THE PRICE GOES DOWN BUT ATHLETES WILL RECEIVE ONLY 1 GIFT.
*
POST RACE PARTY KEGS N' EGGS BREAKFAST
*
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 THE BUFFALO & ERIE NAVAL PARK - INSIDE THE RED HANGAR BUILDING.
*
RACE DAY BEFORE THE RACE AT THE NAVAL PARK BEGINNING AT 6:30AM
*
RACE DAY REGISTRATION WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME, CHECK FACEBOOK UPDATES FOR UPDATES
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.
Races
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5k - Civilian
Incl. $3.40 Fee & TBD
Sat 8th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$43.40
OPENS TOMORROWAfter, you receive holiday ornament, giftm and cup. -
5K - Veteran or Active Duty
Incl. $3.10 Fee & TBD
Sat 8th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$38.10
OPENS TOMORROWAfter, you receive holiday ornament, giftm and cup. -
10K - Civilian
Incl. $4.00 Fee & TBD
Sat 8th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$54.00
OPENS TOMORROWAfter, you receive holiday ornament, giftm and cup. -
10K - Veteran or Active Duty
Incl. $3.40 Fee & TBD
Sat 8th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$43.40
OPENS TOMORROWAfter, you receive holiday ornament, giftm and cup. -
Kids "Cadet" Race
Incl. $1.60 Fee & TBD
Sat 8th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$11.60
OPENS TOMORROWOpen to kids ages 2-through 8. Kids will run down the promenade, past the Naval Ships. Line up will be around 8:30 meeting at the Hangar building. -
Walk - 2 Mile - Not Timed
Incl. $2.80 Fee & TBD
Sat 8th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$32.80
OPENS TOMORROWThis is NOT TIMED. You will start with the 5K but will walk a shorter route. Your time is not recorded. After, you receive holiday ornament, giftm and cup.
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