Veterans Race - Buffalo, NY
- Date Sat 7th November 2026
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Buffalo, New York
- Price $11.60 - $48.70
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Join us on this special day as we honor those who have served our country. Every runner will receive a unique ornament and a keychain to commemorate their accomplishment, and after crossing the finish line, enjoy a fantastic post-race party at Southern Tier Brewing! Awards will be presented by age group for both veterans and civilians, ensuring every participant has the chance to shine. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this meaningful event and celebrate our heroes while enjoying a fun and active day in Erie County!
Organiser's Description
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.
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NEW - NO MERCH OPTION FOR A LOWER PRICE
* EVERY RUNNER WILL RECEIVE AN ORNAMENT & KEYCHAIN
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POST RACE PARTY - WE ARE GOING BACK TO SOUTHERN TIER BREWING!
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AWARDS BY AGE GROUP FOR VETERANS AND CIVILIANS. 5 YEAR AGE BRACKETS IN 5K, 10 YEAR AGE BRACKETS IN 10K.
* beginning at 14 and under
* up to 70 +
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PRE-RACE PACKET PICK UP:
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NOVEMBER 6TH FROM 11:30-7:30 AT THE OFFICES OF RICHMOND VONA, 192 SENECA ST. - BUFFALO
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RACE DAY BEGINNING AT 6:30 AM AT THE NAVAL PARK
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NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION
VETERANS RACE COORDINATED BY DESTINATION RACES, WITH HELP FROM PRESENTING SPONSOR RICHMOND\ VONA, WNY HEROES AND THE BUFFALO & ERIE NAVAL AND MILITARY PARK. TOGETHER WE RUN TO PRESERVE, PROTECT AND HONOR ALL WHO SERVED.
RACE COURSE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3143026?units=miles]
Races
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5k - Civilian
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Socks
Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$38.10
After, you receive holiday ornament, gift and cup. -
5K - Veteran or Active Duty
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Socks
Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$32.80
After, you receive holiday ornament, gift and cup. -
10K - Civilian
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Socks
Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$48.70
After, you receive holiday ornament, gift and cup. -
10K - Veteran or Active Duty
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Socks
Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$43.40
After, you receive holiday ornament, gift and cup. -
Kids "Cadet" Race
Incl. $1.60 Fee & TBD
Sat 7th November 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$11.60
Open 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 & Socks
Sat 7th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$32.80
This 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, gift and cup.
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1 Naval Park Cove, Buffalo, 14202, NY, United States
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