Buffalo Marathon

Buffalo, United States of America 23 May, 2026

The Buffalo Marathon takes place annually in Buffalo, New York, with the start and finish located near Delaware Avenue and Huron Street, close to key downtown landmarks and the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center. The event is a loop course that leads runners through a variety of Buffalo’s neighborhoods, parks, and along the Lake Erie waterfront, providing views of both urban and natural highlights.

The course is known for being relatively flat and fast, making it an attractive option for runners aiming to qualify for the Boston Marathon. It features landmarks such as LaSalle Park, Forest Lawn Cemetery, Delaware Park, and the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, as well as architectural sites like the Darwin D. Martin House by Frank Lloyd Wright and the Guaranty Building by Louis Sullivan. The route takes advantage of Buffalo’s waterfront and historic sites, offering a scenic experience for participants.

Race options include the full marathon, a half marathon, and a four-person relay. The typical start time is 6:30 a.m., and participation is capped (1,500 places for the full marathon based on recent years). There is a six-hour cut-off time for the marathon.

Course amenities include water and Gatorade every two miles in the first half and every mile in the second half, with energy gels provided at designated points around miles 15 and 21. Medical support and bike course marshals are present throughout the event. The course prohibits strollers, roller blades, and pets.

All finishers receive a technical shirt and medal, and a post-race party is held immediately following the event. Awards for winners and age group categories are mailed after the event.

An additional feature along the half marathon and marathon courses is live music, with local bands performing a variety of genres at intervals to enhance the race experience.

The Buffalo Marathon stands out for its favorable qualifying conditions, historic and scenic course, and community engagement through music and local landmarks.

Generic Marathon Time This represents the time you would expect to run a "generic" marathon in. This is a marathon with around 250 m (800 ft) of elevation gain and a temperature around 10°C (50°F). For best results, use our Race Predictor.

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Buffalo Marathon Time


Statistics

Elevation
Elevation Gain 172 m 564 ft
Elevation Low 176 m 577 ft
Elevation High 204 m 669 ft
Weather
Expected Temperature (Low) 6°C 43°F
Expected Temperature (High) 12°C 54°F
Chance of Rain 34%

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The Buffalo Marathon takes place annually in Buffalo, New York, with the start and finish located near Delaware Avenue and Huron Street, close to key downtown landmarks and the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center. The event is a loop course that leads runners through a variety of Buffalo’s neighborhoods, parks, and along the Lake Erie waterfront, providing views of both urban and natural highlights.

The course is known for being relatively flat and fast, making it an attractive option for runners aiming to qualify for the Boston Marathon. It features landmarks such as LaSalle Park, Forest Lawn Cemetery, Delaware Park, and the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, as well as architectural sites like the Darwin D. Martin House by Frank Lloyd Wright and the Guaranty Building by Louis Sullivan. The route takes advantage of Buffalo’s waterfront and historic sites, offering a scenic experience for participants.

Race options include the full marathon, a half marathon, and a four-person relay. The typical start time is 6:30 a.m., and participation is capped (1,500 places for the full marathon based on recent years). There is a six-hour cut-off time for the marathon.

Course amenities include water and Gatorade every two miles in the first half and every mile in the second half, with energy gels provided at designated points around miles 15 and 21. Medical support and bike course marshals are present throughout the event. The course prohibits strollers, roller blades, and pets.

All finishers receive a technical shirt and medal, and a post-race party is held immediately following the event. Awards for winners and age group categories are mailed after the event.

An additional feature along the half marathon and marathon courses is live music, with local bands performing a variety of genres at intervals to enhance the race experience.

The Buffalo Marathon stands out for its favorable qualifying conditions, historic and scenic course, and community engagement through music and local landmarks.

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