In 13 days · Fri, Sep 4, 2026
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When
Friday, September 4th, 2026
Where
Elmwood Avenue and Bidwell Parkway, Buffalo NY
Distance
5K
Typical weather
61–74°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
59–70°F
rain
2024
54–77°F
dry
2023
68–75°F
dry
2022
63–72°F
rain
2021
61–75°F
dry
2020
61–70°F
dry
2019
63–74°F
rain
2018
70–82°F
dry
2017
61–75°F
dry
2016
56–78°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Friday, Sep 4
Rain likely · 58–71°F
Friday, Sep 4starts near 58°F · 17% chance of rain · wind up to 8 mph
About this race
PRESENTED BY
- Buffalo Marathon: A premier regional marathon event.
- Runners Roost: Quality running gear and support.
- ADPRO Sports: Athletic apparel and equipment.
- Canal Club 62: Local dining and entertainment venue.
- Godfrey Financial Associates: Financial services and support.
EVENT DETAILS
- Date: September 4, 2026
- Location: Elmwood Avenue and Bidwell Parkway, Buffalo, NY
- Race Link: Register here
- Description: Buffalo’s incomparable Labor Day weekend tradition of fine racing, great food and drink, and enjoying a late summer night with good friends on the Parkway continues.
COURSE & CELEBRATION
- PR-friendly Course: Experience a fast and efficient route.
- Post-Race Party: Enjoy great music and all the food and drink you like.
- Hall of Fame Induction: Welcome in the Western New York Running Hall of Fame Class of 2026.
- Acknowledgment: Celebrating one of the area’s premier ambassadors of our favorite sport.
PREMIUM ITEM
- Technical Shirts: Quality men’s and women’s shirts for the first 300 registered runners.
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