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Local Area Race Calendar for 2023

MARCH 2023
Date	Race Name	Distance	Details	Phone	Web	eMail	Certified
Mar 04 Saturday 09:00 AM	St. Patrick’s Dash	3 Miles	JAMESTOWN -- Northwest Arena, 319 West Third Street, Jamestown, NY 14701. The three mile run/walk is part in the 2022 UPMC Chautauqua Runner of the Year Series. DAY OF REGISTRATON will be open from 7:30 am - 8:45 am in the Northwest Arena lobby. AWARDS will take place at 10:00 am outside the arena. You can save by registering early on-line.		Web	eMail	NY21013JJ
Mar 05 Sunday 10:05 AM	Chilly Half Marathon	Half Marathon	BURLINGTON, ON -- Burlington City Hall, 426 Brant St, Brulington ON CA. Ontario's Premier Racing Event, The Chilly Half Marathon. This fast, flat and certified course will take you along Burlington's Beautiful downtown and waterfront. Fast, flat and certified course! Optional swag! Beautiful finisher medals! See web site for details.	Kelly Arnott 905.512.2488	Web	eMail	ON-2020-001-BDC
Mar 11 Saturday 09:00 AM	ERC St. Patrick’s Distance Festival	5K, 10K	ERIE, PA -- Rotary Pavilion of Presque Isle State Park, Erie, PA. Awards to top overall and masters and age-groups. Variable cost as the commemorative T-shirt is optional. 60 Minute time limit for the 5K. 5K at 9:00. 10K at 10:10.	Jim Lang	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Mar 11 Saturday 09:30 AM	25th Annual Runnin' of the Green	5 Miles	USATF NIAGARA ASSOCIATION OPEN, MASTERS & TEAM 5 MILE CHAMPIONSHIPS. ROCHESTER -- Blue Cross Arena / War Memorial Arena, 100 Exchange Blvd, Rochester NY 14614. Traditional major running season kickoff in Rochester. In-Person race and Virtual options. Individual and team. 5-year age groups through 80+. See website for more details. You can register on-line. USATF NIagara Association Championship Race.	Jonathan Griffiths 585.417.5575	Web	eMail	NY20001KL
Mar 11 Saturday 11:00 AM	Shamrock Run	8K	BUFFALO -- Old First Ward Community Center, 62 Republic Street, South Buffalo 14204 (Near Louisiana St. and South Park) South Buffalo. Proceeds to benefit Old First Ward Community. Embroidered garment for all registered entrants. You can register at RunSignup.com	Patrick Gormly 716.856.8613 x 108	Web	eMail	NY15039JJ
Mar 12 Sunday 10:00 AM	St. Patrick's Rock'n 5K	5K	THIS IS THE RE-SCHEDULED RACE DATE! YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown Volunteer Fire Co., 625 Nancy Price Rd (Formerly 3rd St), Youngstown, NY 14174. This rescheduled race will now start and finish at the Fire Company. Amazing custom finisher medals, Rock'n 5K t-shirts* and light food/snacks for all participants plus a Rock'n post race party at the Jug with Irish music, beer specials and more! Net proceeds to benefit YVFC Fire Police.	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Mar 25 Saturday 10:00 AM	Wayne A Burlison Colon Cancer Awareness	3.17 Miles	ALBION -- Ronald Sodoma Elementary School, 324 East Ave, Albion NY 14411. 3.17 mile running event to memorialize Wayne A. Burlison. You can register on-line.	Bert Gallmon 585.483.0801	Web	eMail	NY21012JJ
Mar 25 Saturday 10:00 AM	Grassroots Gardens	5K, 10K, 15K	NIAGARA FALLS -- LaSalle Waterfront Park, 6611 Buffalo Ave, Niagara Falls, NY 14304. iRunWNY presents the SPRING Grassroots Gardens 5K,10K, and 15! Run along the beautiful upper Niagara River. Professional timing & finish line services, custom finisher medals for the first 150 participants plus long sleeve dri-fit running shirts through 3/12. Net proceeds to benefit Grassroots Gardens of Niagara Falls.	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777	Web	eMail	NY18015JJ NY18016JJ NY18301JJ
Mar 25 Saturday 10:00 AM	Wayne A Burlison Colon Cancer Awareness Half Marathon	Half Marathon	ALBION -- Ronald Sodoma Elementary School, 324 East Ave, Albion NY 14411. A new half marathon run to honor Wayne A. Burlison. (No other info available to us at this time, 2/20.) You can register on-line.	Bert Gallmon 585.483.0801	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Mar 26 Sunday 09:30 AM	Around The Bay Road Race	30K, 5K	HAMILTON, ON -- FirstOntario Centre, Bay and York Street, Hamilton Ontario Canada. The Around The Bay 30 Km race is the oldest footrace in North America. First run was in 1894. See the event website for details. 30k start: York Blvd at Caroline St N. There will be NO race weekend registration after participation limits are reached.		Web	eMail	ON-2013-075C-DRY ON-2013-074-BDC
Mar 26 Sunday 11:00 AM	Penguin Run	5K	ANGOLA -- Cradle Beach Campus, 8038 Old Lakeshore Rd, Angola NY 14006. New location! New USATF Certified 5K Course! Post race party! Proceeds will benefit children of all abilities who attend Cradle Beach. Registration opens at 9:00 AM. Race starts at 11:00.	Stephanie McGrath 716.549.6307 x208	Web	eMail	NY23001JJ

APRIL 2023
Date	Race Name	Distance	Details	Phone	Web	eMail	Certified
Apr 01 Saturday 11:00 AM	Feel The Spirit	5K	CHEEKTOWAGA -- Infant of Prague Church, 921 Cleveland Drive, Cheektowaga, 14225. Race starts on Foisset Ave, off Cleveland Drive in Cheektowaga. 5K race. T-shirt to first 350 registered. Hot dogs, Beer, Pop, Live Music. Post party for all runners, walkers & friends! 5-year age groups through 80+. Register on-line or download the reg form.	Tim Zelasko 716.380.0231 716.634.3660	Web	eMail	NY18003JJ
Apr 01 Saturday 11:00 AM	Hip Hop Hooray 5K	5K	LOCKPORT -- Spring Lake Winery, 7373 Rochester Rd, Lockport, NY 14094. Beautiful and scenic trail run entirely on winery property. Low $25 entry fee. Trophies for top male and female runners plus custom Easter Egg age group medals. Professional timing and finish line services with finish line photos and certificates.	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777	Web	eMail	TRAIL
Apr 08 Saturday 10:30 AM	Bunny Hop	5K	EAST AURORA -- American Legion Post #362, 1 Legion Drive (off Center Rd near Beech Rd), East Aurora. 5-year age groups through 90+. Join us after the race at the American Legion Post #362 for beer, pop, water, plenty of food. Register on-line, or download the registration form.	Dale Reeves 716.866.0136	Web	eMail	NY16006JG
Apr 12 Wednesday 06:15 PM	Flatliner Series #1	5K	ORCHARD PARK -- Chestnut Ridge Park, Newton Road Entrance, Orchard Park NY 14127. Registration from 5:30pm. Rain/Shine. Hilly and challenging 5K road course on the Park's Lower Loop. Full info at Link: http://heartrateup.com/flatlinerseries2023.html.	Mark Lawrence	Web	eMail	NY13083JG
Apr 15 Saturday 09:00 AM	Finger Lakes 30K	30K	HONEOYE -- Sandy Bottom Park (located at the north-west corner of the lake, off County Road 36, W Lake Rd), Honeoye, NY 14471. Individual runners make a single 30K loop around Honeoye Lake. Relay teams (2 or 3 person) may select their own exchange zones and must provide transportation. There will also be a 10K Run/Walk option. Newly designed custom medals for all participants plus dri-fit running shirts for those who register by 4/1/23. Trophies for top male/female runners plus team and age group awards. Post race celebration at Birdhouse Brewing Company.	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Apr 17 Monday 08:50 AM	TRAVEL OP The 126th Boston Marathon	Marathon	BOSTON, MA -- Hopkinton to Boston.   Quality AIMS member race and historic major marathon. You must qualify via a recent qualifying marathon finish time on a certified course and must pre-register. No Day-Of registraion. See BAA web site for details. Wave starts.	BAA	Web	eMail	MA14012RN
Apr 19 Wednesday 06:15 PM	Flatliner Series #2	5K	ORCHARD PARK -- Chestnut Ridge Park, Newton Road Entrance, Orchard Park NY 14127. Registration from 5:30pm. Rain/Shine. Hilly and challenging 5K road course on the Park's Lower Loop Full info at Link: http://heartrateup.com/flatlinerseries2023.html.	Mark Lawrence	Web	eMail	NY13083JG
Apr 22 Saturday 10:00 AM	Run Forest Run 5K	5K	WILLIAMSVILLE -- Forest Elementary School, 250 N Forest Rd, Williamsville NY. Family-friendly event. Free finish line photos and custom certificates for all participants. T-shirts guaranteed to everyone who registers by March 13th. A portion of all online registration fees will be donated to the Brian Moorman P.U.N.T. Foundation and the Make-A-Wish Foundation Online Registration is now open!	Alan Schenk 716.560.1432	Web	eMail	NY17001JJ
Apr 22 Saturday 10:30 AM	Envirun	5K	NIAGARA FALLS -- Niagara Falls State Park, Goat Island, at the 3-Sisters Islands. New scenic certified 5K course above the Niagara Falls on Goat Island! 2-Laps of the Goat Island starting and finishing at the entrance to the 3-Sisters Islands. Awards in 5-year age groups. Post-race party will include food, snacks, and a band. The first 250 participants will receive a tote bag, knit hat, or t-shirt (item selection is on a first-come, first-serve basis at the time of race-day registration). Parking is free in Lot 3.	Krysta Clone 716.754.8226 x 245	Web	eMail	NY22001JJ
Apr 23 Sunday 07:30 AM	Flower City Half Marathon	Half Marathon	ROCHESTER -- Blue Cross Arena, 100 Exchange St., Rochester, NY 14614. See the event web site for event details.		Web	eMail	NY13101KL
Apr 23 Sunday 08:00 AM	25th Annual 6-Hour Distance Classic!	6-Hour Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon	AMHERST -- North of the The Northtown Center, 1615 Amherst Manor Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221. (Due to construction Coventry Rd is closed! Take Maple Rd to Amherst Manor Dr - Enter past road closed to Thru Traffic sign.) NEW - The USATF certified course circuit will be exactly 5K this year! Run and/or Walk as far as you can in 6 hours and/or do a full marathon or Half Marathon (Boston Qualifier) on the Amherst Bike Path. download the reg form, or register on-line. Check out the BR-6 Course Records.	Sarah and Charlie Anderson 716.404.2667	Web	eMail	NY23006JJ NY23007JJ
Apr 23 Sunday 09:00 AM	1891 Run	5K	FREDONIA -- 1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St, Fredonia, NY 14063. A 5K Run/Walk for the 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center. T-shirts for registrants prior to April 10. 10-year age groups. Event is open to the public and supports the programming and operations of the 1891 Fredonia Opera House.	Rick Davis 716.679.0891 716.244.3601	Web	eMail	NY17080JG
Apr 23 Sunday 10:00 AM	CANCELLED Power of Niagara 5K Run	5K	2023 EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. LEWISTON -- Dwyer Arena, Niagara University, 5795 Lewiston Rd, Lewiston, NY 14109. Run through the beautiful NU campus and over Niagara Power Authority trails. Register by 4/17/23 to receive one of our official Power of Niagara 5K t-shirts! Plenty of free parking at Dwyer Arena. Post race celebration featuring light food , snacks, beverages, music, and the awards ceremony.	Evan Pierce 716.286.8327	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Apr 26 Wednesday 06:15 PM	Flatliner Series #3	5K	ORCHARD PARK -- Chestnut Ridge Park, Newton Road Entrance, Orchard Park NY 14127. Registration from 5:30pm. Rain/Shine. Hilly and challenging 5K road course on thePark's Lower Loop. Full info at Link: http://heartrateup.com/flatlinerseries2023.html.	Mark Lawrence	Web	eMail	NY13083JG
Apr 28 Friday 06:00 PM	Historic Lewiston 5K	5K	LEWISTON -- Toohey Park., 145 North 4th St, Lewiston NY 14092. Scenic 5K run through the village of Lewiston. Early registration includes a guaranteed race shirt, delicious Favorite's Pizza & custom finisher medal. Participants are invited to Brickyard Brewing Company after the race to celebrate!	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Apr 29 Saturday 08:00 AM	CANCELLED Niagara Falls USA Marathon & Half Marathon	Marathon, Half Marathon	THE 2023 MARATHON IS CANCELED DUE TO PLANNED ARTPARK CONSTRUCTION. LEWISTON -- LEWISTON / NIAGARA FALLS -- Lewiston, NY 14092. Beautiful, scenic, and challenging USATF certified course from Historic Lewiston to Niagara Falls and back along the Lower Niagara River (13.1 miles). Marathon runners will run the half marathon course twice. Dri-fit shirt running shirt for all participants, Niagara Falls USA finisher medals, plus post race party at Brickyard Brewing Company. Net proceeds to support the Salvation Army of Niagara Falls.	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777	Web	eMail	NY22006JJ NY22008JJ
Apr 29 Saturday 09:00 AM	DeSales Race For Fitness	5K	LOCKPORT -- DeSales Catholic School, 6914 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Lockport NY 14094. Fun event for the whole family, Kids’ Dash , 1-Mile Walk/Fun-Run , and 5K . See the web site for start times. Registration opens at 7:30 AM, prizes for first place finishers in each age group, and overall M/F. Post-race party with food and awards.	Kim Knuutila 716.433.6422	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Apr 30 Sunday 09:00 AM	Child Advocacy Center at BestSelf 5K	5K	BUFFALO -- Delaware Park, Buffalo NY. Start and finish on Meadow Drive (aka: Ring Road) Custom finisher medals for all participants. Trophies for top male/female runners. Post race celebration and awards ceremony. See website for details and registration.	Lisa Schaffer 716.842.0440	Web	eMail	NY23013JJ
Apr 30 Sunday 09:30 AM	Frontier Falcon 5K and 1 Mile Fun Walk	5K	HAMBURG -- Frontier Central High School, 4432 Bayview Road, Hamburg NY 14075. 5K Run and 1-Mile Fun Walk starting and finishing at the Frontier Central High School. Hosted by the Frontier High School PTSA. Shirts; Awards; DJ; Basket raffle.	Laura Errington 716.390.3749	Web	eMail	NY23002JJ
Apr 30 Sunday 10:00 AM	The Gow School Dyslexia Dash	5K, 10K	SOUTH WALES -- The Gow School, 2491 Emery Rd, South Wales NY 14139. Challenging 5K & 10K races being offered from the Gow campus through Emery Park plus a Guided Campus Fun Walk. Post race celebration and awards ceremony at the Gow School Athletic Center.	Gayle Hutton 716.288.6154	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED

MAY 2023
Date	Race Name	Distance	Details	Phone	Web	eMail	Certified
May 06 Saturday 08:00 AM	29th Annual GBTC Grand Island Half Marathon	Half Marathon	USATF NIAGARA ASSOCIATION OPEN AND MASTERS HM CHAMPIONSHIP -- Beaver Island State Park, Grand Island, NY 14072. Great traditional local half marathon event. No race day registration. Chip timing. 6 hydration stations. Post race party. Medal to every Half Marathon finisher. Register online.	Roger King	Web	eMail	NY20016DNB
May 06 Saturday 08:00 AM	Fight For Air Stair Climb	Stairs	NEW DATE! ORCHARD PARK -- Buffalo Bills Highmark Stadium, Orchard Park NY 14127. Climb Higher in 2022. Whether you're new to stair-climbing or a veteran Climber, you can choose your adventure—how you climb is up to you: climb for the top time; race for your personal best; take it at your own pace. We have participant options for every type of Climber, including special categories for EMTs, First Responders and Firefighters. Visit the web site for more info!	Kaelyn Gates 716.271.6386	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
May 06 Saturday 09:30 AM	Allegany Adventure Runs	5K, 13K, 27K Trail Runs	SALAMANCA -- Allegany State Park Salamanca, NY. Summit Trailhead Ski Lodge. Choose the distance that suits your fitness. 100% off-road on the Art Roscoe Trail System. Wide, rolling non-technical trails. Post race party, amazing door prizes and beautiful setting. 26K is part of the Eastern Grip Trail Running Series. Helping support Allegany Nordic Ski Patrol.	Mark Lawrence 716.574.0888	Web	eMail	TRAIL
May 07 Sunday 07:00 AM	TRAVEL OP Pittsburgh Marathon	Marathon, Half Marathon	PITTSBURGH. PA -- Pittsburgh, PA. See website for more info and to register.	P3R 412.586.7785	Web	eMail	PA17025NP
May 07 Sunday 07:30 AM	TRAVEL OP Toronto Marathon	Marathon	TORONTO, ON -- Yonge St & Sheppard Ave, Toronto, ON, CA. Huge international running event not far from Buffalo by car! See event web site for details.	Jay Glassman 416.920.3466	Web	eMail	ON-2022-012-BDC ON-2022-011-BDC
May 10 Wednesday 06:30 PM	Springville Stampede	5K	SPRINGVILLE -- Springville-Griffith Institute H.S., 290 North Buffalo Street, Springville, N.Y. 14141. 5K race / walk; food; prizes, T-shirt for pre-registered. Starts and finishes at the High School. Post race snacks and refreshments, awards, 10-year age groups through 70+. See the race route.	Eric Holler	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
May 12 Friday 06:30 PM	Nancy Price Memorial 5K	5K	YOUNGSTOWN -- Veteran’s Park, Youngstown. Day of race registration at Youngstown’s Fire Hall, 625 3rd St., Youngstown, NY 14174. (Across from the park). Runners & Walkers welcome. 3-Person Team Challenge option plus Kids 1/2 Mile Fun Run at 6pm. Proceeds benefit the Nancy Price Scholarship fund. Visit the website for additional information and to register.	Brett Sippel	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
May 13 Saturday 07:00 AM	Hoof It On The Hill Trail Races	52K, 26K, 12K, 6K	CHERRY CREEK -- Boutwell Hill State Park, 2099 Ruttenbur Road, Cherry Creek, NY 14723. Trail races! 52K starts at 7:00, 26K at 7:30, 12K at 8:00 and the 5K starts at 8:30 AM. Award to all finishers, and 1st place male/female, in each distance. Proceeds to support the Chautauqua County Equestrian Trail System. You can register on-line. You can visit us on Facebook. No day-of race registrations.	Sarah Mountain 716.397.0158	Web	eMail	TRAIL
May 13 Saturday 07:00 AM	Lt Aaron Salter Half Marathon & 5K	Half Marathon, 5K	BUFFALO -- Canisius College, Churchell Tower, 2003 Main St (at Jefferson Ave), Buffalo NY 14208. Special event sponsored by the The Lt. Aaron Salter Jr Memorial Scholarship Foundation to honor and memorialize victims of the Tops Massacre of May 14, 2022 (5.14) in Buffalo. A 5K Run at 9:00 AM and a Half Marathon starting at 7:00 AM are scheduled. Please visit the web sites fot the latest information and support this important local cause. You can register on-line. The 5K will be on the Delaware Park Ring Road. The Half Marathon will start at Canisius College (Churchell Tower, 2001 Main St.), run over Buffalo streets then finish after running some laps of the Delaware Park Ring Road.	Earl Perrin, Vernon Beaty 716.650.8898 716.390.1371	Web	eMail	NY23009JJ NY23010JJ
May 13 Saturday 09:00 AM	Holland Tulip Festival 5K	5K	HOLLAND -- Holland Community Center, 3 Legion Dr, Holland NY. USATF certified 5K course that starts and finishes at the Community Center. Trophies for the top male and female runners plus age group medals (14 and under through 75+) Proceeds to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Holland. Visit the website for complete details on both the festival and race!	Brian Brown 716.628.4905	Web	eMail	NY18009JJ
May 13 Saturday 09:00 AM	Happy Half	Half Marathon, 5K	ELLICOTTVILLE -- Holiday Valley Resort, 6557 Holiday Valley Rd, Ellicottville, New York 14731. Half Marathon starts at 9:00 AM. 5K starts at 9:20 AM. Finishers medal; Race shirts; Certified course; chip timing; On-course support; Post race snack.	Doug Bush 716.941.4330	Web	eMail	NY17011JG NY17012JG
May 13 Saturday 10:00 AM	Chris Griswold Memorial Lancer 5K	5K	LANCASTER -- Como Park, Lancaster. 5K Race/Walk starts at 10:00 AM. Runners will line up in front of the walkers. Awards to the top 3 runners in each age group. Online entry at https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Lancaster/Lancer5K	Daniel Rosati	Web	eMail	NY13031JG
May 13 Saturday 10:00 AM	Step Up For Kids	5K	CASSADAGA -- Cassadaga Beach Park, Park Ave, Cassadaga NY 14718. 5K race begins at the Cassadaga Beach on Park Avenue, Cassadaga. USATF Certified course is a 5k partial loop around Cassadaga Lake. This event supports the Child Advocacy Program of Chautauqua County and raises awareness about child abuse. Awards. Electronic chip timing.	Sheryl Waterman 716.338.9844	Web	eMail	NY16014JJ
May 14 Sunday 08:00 AM	ERC Mother's Day 5K	5K	HARBORCREEK, PA -- Harborcreek Community Park, Clark Road Entrance (gated drive just north of 3133 Clark Rd), Harborcreek, PA 16510. Out & Back 5K.Packet pickup starting at 7:30 AM at the venue. Organized by the Erie Runners Club.	David Comi 814.881.0060	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
May 20 Saturday 07:00 AM	Mind The Ducks	12 Hours Run	WEBSTER -- North Ponds Park, 750 Hlt Rd, Webster NY 14580. Run laps around the pond for up to 12 hours! Each lap is a certified 1.01203 miles.	Gil Robs	Web	eMail	NY14002JG
May 20 Saturday 07:45 AM	Sehgahunda Trail Marathon	Trail Marathon	PORTAGEVILLE -- The Parade Grounds Entrance to the Letchwordth State Park, Portageville, NY. See the website for more details. You can register on-line.	585.732.1090	Web	eMail	TRAIL
May 20 Saturday 08:30 AM	Armed Forces Day 5K Run	5K	BUFFALO -- Buffalo & Erie County Naval and Military Park, 1 Naval Park Cv, Buffalo, NY 14202. RWB's 60th Armed Forces Committee weekend of events. 5K at the Naval & Military Park. Uses same course as the Veteran Run 5K. To celebrate all who served and are currently serving.	Jeff Gray, Chris Schreiber 716.875.8631	Web	eMail	NY21009JJ
May 20 Saturday 10:00 AM	Rescue Run 5K	5K	JAMESTOWN -- Chautauqua County Humane Society Adoption Center, 2825 Strunk Road, Jamestown, NY 14701. The run will begin near the CCHS Adoption Center at 2825 Strunk Road in Jamestown and take participants through Fluvanna’s neighborhoods.	Heidi Pillittieri 716.450.6782	Web	eMail	NY23011JJ
May 20 Saturday 02:00 PM	Bond Lake Summer Trail Series #1	5K, 10K	RANSOMVILLE -- Bond Lake Park, 2571 Lower Mountain Road Ransomville NY 14131. Low $15 entry fee. Race organizers have designed a great 5K course that takes runners along groomed trails, through the orchards, and past three of the beautiful lakes found on park property. The 10K is two loops. Custom trophies for top overall male & female in each race plus certificates for all in 10-yr age groups through 80+. Post race picnic/snacks at the park.	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777	Web	eMail	TRAIL
May 21 Sunday 08:00 AM	Lilac Run 10K, 5K	10K, 5K	ROCHESTER -- Highland Park, 1440 South Ave, Rochester NY 14620. 5K and 10K at Highland Park, the grounds of the Lilac Festival. You can run both! In-person and virtual race experiences will be offered again this year! The 5K starts at 8:00. The 10K start time is 9:30 AM. Visit the event website for more info.	Allie Thut 585.732.1090	Web	eMail	NY17103KL
May 21 Sunday 08:00 AM	Sehgahnuda Trail - Vale of 3 Falls	5K, 10K, 15K Trail	PORTAGEVILLE -- The Parade Grounds Entrance to the Letchwordth State Park, Portageville, NY. The out and back trail courses feature beautiful views of the Genesee River. Schedule: 8am - 5K Start; 9:05am - 10K Start; 10:35am - 15K Start.	585.732.1090	Web	eMail	TRAIL
May 21 Sunday 10:00 AM	Purple Ribbon Warrior 5K	5K	GRAND ISLAND -- Beaver Island State Park, Grand Island, NY 14072. Certified course, Chip Timing. Lus… tee shirts & sunglasses....along with hot dogs, coffee and beer!	Lynn Dingey, Kim Kalman 716.560.3921 716.465.5574	Web	eMail	NY21002JJ
May 21 Sunday 10:00 AM	Steps Against Cancer	5K	EAST AURORA -- East Aurora Soccer Fields, 363 Knox Rd, East Aurora, NY 14052. Event to support the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS-CAN). Cross-Country style route through the Knox Farms State Park. Awards in 10-Year Age Groups. 5K Run, 1 Mile Walk. The walk is on paved trails.	Ashley Ferguson 716.473.0603	Web	eMail	TRAIL
May 21 Sunday 01:00 PM	Families of FANA	5K	LANCASTER -- Como Park Lake, 2220 Como Park Blvd, Lancaster NY 14086. 5K Run and 1 Mile (un-timed) Fun Walk at Como Lake Park. The 5K race starts near Como Park's shelter #16, finishes near the "Skate Hut" and shelter #21. Custom hats for all runners. Post race celebration and awards ceremony. Trophies for top male & female runners plus age group awards/gifts. FANA is a network of families involved in the adoption/fostering of abandoned and orphaned children. FANA operates a private orphanage in Bogota Colombia.	Annie Dobies 716.860.8780	Web	eMail	NY13031JG
May 27 Saturday 08:00 AM	Buffalo Marathon 5K	5K	BUFFALO -- Buffalo Niagara Convention Center, 153 Franklin St, Buffalo, NY 14202. New Start Time 8:00 AM for the 5K Registration available at the website.	Greg Weber, Rich Clark	Web	eMail	NY22007JJ
May 28 Sunday 06:30 AM	Buffalo Half Marathon	Half Marathon	BUFFALO -- Buffalo Niagara Convention Center, 153 Franklin St, Buffalo, NY 14202. Registration available at the website.	Greg Weber, Rich Clark	Web	eMail	NY15060JJ
May 28 Sunday 06:30 AM	Buffalo Marathon	Marathon	BUFFALO -- Buffalo Niagara Convention Center, 153 Franklin St, Buffalo, NY 14202. Registration available at the website.	Greg Weber, Rich Clark	Web	eMail	NY15061JJ

AUGUST 2023
Date	Race Name	Distance	Details	Phone	Web	eMail	Certified
Aug 01 Tuesday 06:30 PM	Jackhammer Trail Series #4	3.2 Miles Trail	ORCHARD PARK -- Chestnut Ridge Park, Orchard Park NY 14127. #4 of six race trail running series. Tuesday evenings-Chestnut Ridge Park-follow signs past the Casino. 3.2 mile hybrid course featuring single track trails, forest roads, pavement & short climbs & descents. Rain or shine. Weekly registration welcome from 5:30pm. See the web site for more info.	Mark Lawrence	Web	eMail	TRAIL
Aug 03 Thursday 06:00 PM	Daemen Athletics Summer Track Series #4	TRACK	NEW LOCATION FOR THIS MEET: MOVED TO CLEVELAND HILL HIGH SCHOOL AMHERST -- Cleveland Hill High School, 105 Mapleview Rd. Cheektowaga NY 14225. The series is held Thursday evenings, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, and 8/3. Registration opens at 5:00 pm and the meet begins promptly at 6:00 PM. Meets include the following track events...100, 200, 400, 800, 3200 meters and a 4X400 relay. Also field events Long Jump and Shot Put.	Pete Gratien	Web	eMail	TRACK
Aug 04 Friday 06:30 PM	Run For The Corn	2.2 and 3.8 Miles Trail	EDEN -- Behind the Eden Elementary School, 8289 N Main St, Eden NY 14057. Short or long cross-country/trail race at the Eden Corn Festival! Fast, mostly flat non-technical course involving open school lawns and connecting woods trails. Runners and walkers welcome ! Ear of hot, buttered corn for all runners! After the run, enjoy the best post-race party around – the Eden Corn Festival!	Dave Eckhardt 716.866.2456	Web	eMail	TRAIL
Aug 04 Friday 07:00 PM	Chateau Niagara Winery Trail Run	5K	NEWFANE -- Chateau Niagara Winery, 2466 West Creek Road, Newfane, NY 14108. Niagara Wine Trail Running Series. Entry includes a complimentary glass of wine, choice of gift item (TBD), and custom race bib. Beautiful and scenic 5K course through the vineyard property. Post race celebration includes bottled water, light snacks, music, and awards ceremony plus the winery will be open for business throughout the evening! Trophies to top overall male & female plus 10-yr age group awards through 70+.	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777	Web	eMail	TRAIL
Aug 05 Saturday 07:00 AM	Frickin Hot 50K	50K	CASSADAGA -- Park Avenue, Cassadaga, NY 14718. See the for details.	Tonia Wilson, Mark Wilson 716.353.1288 914.466.9214	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Aug 05 Saturday 08:30 AM	Swain Mountain Race	6.5 Miles	USATF NIAGARA ASSOCIATION OPEN AND MASTERS MOUNTAIN CHAMPIONSHIP. SWAIN, NY -- Swain Resort, 2275 Co Rd 24, Swain, NY 14884. A mountain/trail race that will cover approximately 6.5 miles up and down the Swain Ski Slopes with nearly 2500ft of elevation gain. This race won’t be easy but we can promise it will be epic! Serves as the Niagara Assoc Open and Masters Mountain Championship with cash prizes. Also part of the USATF Niagara Runner of the Year Series.	Eric Boyce	Web	eMail	TRAIL
Aug 05 Saturday 09:00 AM	Christine Padasak Memorial - Autism Awareness 5K & Fun Walk	5K, 2 Mile Walk	SPRINGVILLE -- The Children’s League parking lot, 393 North Street, Springville, NY, 14141. Tech T-shirts to to everyone registering before July 29. Deluxe pancake and sausage breakfast and huge basket raffle post-race. Basket rafle and door prizes. Awards in 5-year age groups through 80+ and first place m/f overall. Timing by Tempus Fugit. You can download the paper registration form.	Joseph Wolniewicz 716.949.4072	Web	eMail	NY14139JG
Aug 05 Saturday 09:00 AM	The Good Climb Endurance Run	5 Hours Run	ELLICOTTVILLE -- Holimont Ski Resort, 6921 Route 242 W, Ellicottville, NY US 14731. Very unique event. Some say it may be the ultimate challenge: Run up any or all 3 designated uphill ski trail hills, ride back down on the chair lift and… repeat if you dare! You have 5 hours to compete your run(s). Most ascents completed over 5 hours wins. You can register on-line. All proceeds go to adolescent mental health programs at Horizon Health Services of WNY.	John Baldwin 716.400.7222	Web	eMail	TRAIL
Aug 06 Sunday 07:16 AM	Run716	15K and 3-Person Relay	BUFFALO -- Flying Bison Brewing Headquarters, Larkinville, 840 Seneca St, Buffalo NY. 15K in the heart of Buffalo's new and developing Larkinville district! The event starts and ends with live music and a post event party at our host sponsor, Flying Bison Brewery. Pre-race events on Saturday will provide plenty to do prior to this run through historic Buffalo. The post race party is one of the best!	Bert Gallmon, Kellie Trybalski 585.483.0801 716.390.5703	Web	eMail	NY17006JJ USA2017114
Aug 06 Sunday 09:00 AM	Stephen’s Cross-Country Run	6K	BEMUS POINT -- Long Point State Park, 4459 NY Route 430, Bemus Point NY 14712. Stephen's Run is a 6k cross country race in memory of Stephen Pangborn, a Maple Grove cross country runner who passed away in 2000 at the age of 16 from cancer. All proceeds go towards the Stephen Pangborn Memorial Scholarship Fund. The race is held on the beautiful trails of Long Point State Park on Chautauqua Lake. Come enjoy a great trail race for a great cause! (Please note that there will be a gate charge to enter the state park on the day of the race, but if you park at the end of the Lakeside Drive, you can walk, run, or bike down to the marina where the race will be starting.) Hope to see you there!	Bella Zuroski	Web	eMail	X-COUNTRY
Aug 08 Tuesday 06:30 PM	Jackhammer Trail Series #5	3.2 Miles Trail	ORCHARD PARK -- Chestnut Ridge Park, Orchard Park NY 14127. #5 of six race trail running series. Tuesday evenings-Chestnut Ridge Park-follow signs past the Casino. 3.2 mile hybrid course featuring single track trails, forest roads, pavement & short climbs & descents. Rain or shine. Weekly registration welcome from 5:30pm. See the web site for more info.	Mark Lawrence	Web	eMail	TRAIL
Aug 10 Thursday 06:30 PM	Checkers Downhill Mile	1 Mile	BUFFALO -- Delaware Park's Ring Road, Indian Hunter Statue, Buffalo NY. Race #2 of 3 in the Buffalo/Rochester Downhill Mile Series! Download the registration form. This is Race #3 of 3 of the 2023 WNY Downhill Mile Series!	Tom Droz, Katie Williams 716.867.1713 716.628.0561	Web	eMail	NY22007DNB
Aug 11 Friday 07:00 PM	Schulze Vineyard & Winery Trail Run	5K	BURT -- Schulze Vineyard & Winery, 2090 Coomer Rd, Burt, NY 14028. Niagara Wine Trail Running Series. Entry includes a complimentary glass of wine, choice of gift item (TBD), and custom race bib. Beautiful and scenic 5K course through the vineyard property. Post race celebration includes bottled water, light snacks, music, and awards ceremony plus the winery will be open for business throughout the evening! Trophies to top overall male & female plus 10-yr age group awards through 70+.	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777	Web	eMail	TRAIL
Aug 12 Saturday 10:00 AM	Beast of Burden Summer 100 Mile/50/25 Mile Ultra Marathon	100 Miles, 50 Miles, 25 Miles	LOCKPORT -- The Nelson C. Goehle Widewaters Marina, 718 Market Street, Lockport, NY 14094. Set along the historic Erie Canal towpath. Athletes may choose either the 100 mile, 50 mile or 25 mile distance. See the website for more details. You can register online.	Ken Genewick	Web	eMail	TRAIL
Aug 13 Sunday 11:00 AM	BlackBird Cider Works Trail Run	5K	BARKER -- BlackBird Cider Works, 8503 Lower Lake Road, Barker, NY 14012. Niagara Wine Trail Running Series. Entry includes a complimentary glass of wine, choice of gift item (TBD), and custom race bib. Beautiful and scenic 5K course through the cidery property. Post race celebration includes bottled water, light snacks, music, and awards ceremony plus the cidery will be open for business throughout the afternoon! Trophies to top overall male & female plus 10-yr age group awards through 70+.	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777	Web	eMail	TRAIL
Aug 15 Tuesday 06:30 PM	Jackhammer Trail Series #6	3.2 Miles Trail	ORCHARD PARK -- Chestnut Ridge Park, Orchard Park NY 14127. #6 of six race trail running series. Tuesday evenings-Chestnut Ridge Park-follow signs past the Casino. 3.2 mile hybrid course featuring single track trails, forest roads, pavement & short climbs & descents. Rain or shine. Weekly registration welcome from 5:30pm. See the web site for more info.	Mark Lawrence	Web	eMail	TRAIL
Aug 16 Wednesday 08:00 PM	37th Annual Moonlight Run	5K	WILLIAMSVILLE -- Island Park Pavilion, Behind Village Hall, 5583 Main St., Williamsville, NY. Fabulous 5K race and Wellness Walk at dusk in Williamsville. Updated web site and on-line reg link coming soon…	Larry Brownell 716.863.4747	Web	eMail	NY23021JJ
Aug 19 Saturday 09:30 AM	Sunset Bay Experience Reach The Beach 5K	5K	IRVING -- Sunset Bay Beach Club, Iola Drive, Irving NY 14081 (35 miles West of Buffalo, Exit 58 from the NYS Thruway). Two loops around Sunset Bay 5K Race or Walk. Day of registration opens at 8:00 AM. Part of the day long Sunset Bay Experience family fun event. Awards in 5-year age groups. Post-race celebration with drinks, snacks, awards, and crafters. T-shirt for the first 175 registrants. You can register on-line. Benefits the Sunset Bay Volunteer Fire Dept.	Wendy Crino 716.934.2087	Web	eMail	NY22016JJ
Aug 19 Saturday 11:00 AM	KIA Memorial Roadmarch 10K	10K	ORCHARD PARK -- Chestnut Ridge Park, Orchard Park NY 14127. Unique event open to the public. March, run, walk or crawl a 10K as an individual, or team while carrying rucks carrying non-perishable goods (or choose to not carry and just donate 30 pounds of goods prior to the event) at Chestnut Ridge Park. See web site for details and to register.	Jason Jaskula 716.866.4448	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Aug 20 Sunday 08:00 AM	Hamot Mayor’s Cup 10K	10K, 5K	ERIE, PA -- UPMC Hamot Surgery Center, 200 State St, Erie PA 16507. 10K Mayor's Cup starts at 8:00 AM, 5KK starts at 8:15 AM, Toddler Trot starts at 9:45 AM. Awards ceremony at 10:00 AM.	Erie Runners Club 814.898.4472	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Aug 20 Sunday 08:00 AM	Kidney Walk & Run	5K	BUFFALO -- Lakeside Complex at Outer Harbor, 825 Fuhrmann Blvd, Buffalo NY 14203. 5K Run at 8am followed by a one-mile ceremonial walk at 9:30. The Kidney Walk & 5K will benefit the Kidney Foundation of WNY. The event honors those who face kidney disease and calls attention to the effects of kidney disease in Western New York. The 5K is Chip timed; Certified course; Wilkeson Pointe at Buffalo's Outer Harbor.	Jeremy Morlock 716.529.4393	Web	eMail	NY23017JJ
Aug 22 Tuesday 06:30 PM	CANCELLED Graveyard Downhill Mile	1 Mile	PERMIT TO RUN IN CEMETERY RESCINDED. MUST CANCEL THIS YEAR'S EVENT ROCHESTER -- Mount Hope Cemetery, 1133 Mount Hope Ave, Rochester, NY US 14620. The fastest mile race in Rochester - downhill with few turns. Pre-race and Post-race party at the Rochester Running Company store.		Web		NOT CERTIFIED
Aug 25 Friday 06:00 PM	Healthy Buffalo 5K Race	5K	GRAND ISLAND -- Beaver Island State Park, Parling Lot #1, Grand Island, NY 14072. 5K Race (ages 14 and up) & 1 Mile Kid's Fun Run (ages 4-13). NEW! Cash Prize for top male and female 5K finisher, $500! NEW! $50 gift certificate for top male and female in the 1 Mile run. Awards. Post race with food from Kevin's Catering with ice cream and more. All participants will receive a custom Healthy Buffalo singlet. Watch the brief promo video!	Chas Kirsch	Web	eMail	NY21002JJ
Aug 26 Saturday 08:00 AM	Fredonia Farm Festival 5K	5K	FREDONIA -- Gazebo in Barker Commons 30 Church St, Fredonia NY 14063. An event of the 55th Annual Fredonia Farm Festival. Shirts guaranteed to those registered before August 10. Awards to top 3 overall, and top 3 in each of the 10-year age groups through 76+. You can register on-line.	Mark Mackey 716.785.4469	Web	eMail	NY22021JJ
Aug 26 Saturday 08:00 AM	Muddy Buffalo Obstacle Race & Adventure	5 Mile OCR	COLDEN -- Buffalo Ski Center, 7414 State Rd Rt 240, Colden NY 14033. Obstacle course race and Adventure. Trail run with 30+ man made and natural obstacles! You can registser on-line.	Joseph Bow 716.444.8351	Web	eMail	TRAIL
Aug 26 Saturday 09:00 AM	Calspan Runway 5K	5K	NIAGARA FALLS -- Niagara Falls Airport, 2035 Niagara Falls Blvd, Niagara Falls NY 14304. Run an entire 5K on the airport's Main Runway (runway 10L / 28R) and taxiways! Simple loop course. Packet pickup and registration inside the main airport terminal. 5-year age groups to 75+. Post race party. You must have your race bib to gain entry to the airport runways. See the web site for more details.	Dan Horan 716.830.6710	Web	eMail	NY18017JJ
Aug 26 Saturday 10:00 AM	Latino Vets 8K	8K, 1 Mile Walk	BUFFALO -- Holy Cross RC Church, 345 Seventh Street, Buffalo, NY US 14201. 8k run and 1 mile family walk - New start time 10:00 AM. New venue, same course! The Walk start time is 10:15. 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 the community! Awards in 5-Year Age Groups through 85+. Post race party with food, drink and music. You can regsiter on-line.	Jose Pizarro 716.207.1883	Web	eMail	NY22025JJ
Aug 27 Sunday 08:00 AM	Black Diamond Express Half Marathon	Half Marathon, 5K	MENDON -- Cash prizes and USATF certified course for the Half Maraton which starts at 8:00 AM. The 5K starts at 8:20 AM. Course runs over the Lehigh Valley Trail which is the former home to one of the most celebrated American railroads of all time: The Lehigh Valley — home of the famous Black Diamond Express passenger train, which ran from New York to Buffalo. Additional info at the event web site.	Drew Saur 585.281.0014	Web	eMail	NY17052JG
Aug 27 Sunday 09:00 AM	Bob Ivory 5K Run	5K	TOWN OF TONAWANDA -- St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute, 845 Kenmore Ave., Buffalo. $1,300+ in CASH PRIZES to the first 5 finishers M & F at the 45th Annual Bob Ivory Run. Gift Certificates to local restaurants for ALL runners. Special gift certificates to the TOP 5 FINISHERS in every age group (15-90 years old M & F). Quality long sleeve T-Shirt for the first 200 entrants. Enjoy running through the scenic, shaded streets of North Buffalo. The event is family-friendly, open to all skill levels, and is sanctioned by USA Track and Field. Following the race, join us at the after party, complete with food, beer, entertainment and a bounce house.	Jim Roland 716.270.4142	Web	eMail	NY22026JJ
Aug 27 Sunday 09:00 AM	Newfane 5K	5K	NEWFANE -- Miller Hose Company, 6161 McKee Street, Newfane, NY 14108. Enjoy a scenic 5K course through local neighborhoods. T-shirts guaranteed through 8/17/23. Post race celebration includes bottled water, light snacks, music, and awards ceremony plus there will be a non timed 1 Mile Kids Fun Run. Gift certificates to the top 3 overall 5K male & female runners plus 10-yr age group certificates through 70+. Net proceeds to benefit Miller Hose Fire Company.	Luke Adinolfe 716.946.3233	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Aug 27 Sunday 10:00 AM	Bella Rose Vineyard	5K	LEWISTON -- Bella Rose Vineyard & Winery, 1243 Ridge Rd, Lewiston, NY 14092. Niagara Wine Trail Running Series. Entry includes a free glass of wine! Beautiful and scenic 5K course through the vineyard property. Post race celebration includes bottled water, light snacks, music, and awards ceremony plus the winery will be open for business throughout the evening! Trophies to top overall male & female plus 10-yr age group awards through 70+.	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777	Web	eMail	TRAIL
Aug 31 Thursday 07:00 PM	Peach Festival	5K	LEWISTON -- Kiwanis Park, 940 Oxbow Ln, Lewiston NY 14092. The race will start and finish at Kiwanis Park using the newly paved bike path along the Niagara Scenic Parkway! Register early to guarantee your official Peach Festival T-shirt. Visit the website for additional information and to register.	Mark Gallo 716.525.5973	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED

SEPTEMBER 2023
Date	Race Name	Distance	Details	Phone	Web	eMail	Certified
Sep 01 Friday 06:30 PM	Tom Donnelly Hall of Fame 5K	5K	USATF NIAGARA ASSOCIATION OPEN AND MASTERS CHAMPIONSHIP. BUFFALO -- Elmwood & Bidwell, Buffalo NY. Fast, PR-friendly course. PR-friendly course. All runners and walkers are welcome. Post-race party begins on Bidwell Parkway immediately following the race and features the Western New York Hall of Fame induction ceremony, music, and plenty of food and refreshments.	Bill Donnelly 716.875.8427	Web	eMail	NY22019JJ
Sep 02 Saturday 08:30 AM	Oakfield Labor Daze 5K	5K	OAKFIELD -- Oakfield Methodist Church, 2 S Main St, Oakfield, NY US 14125. Part of the annual Labor Days festival. COME FOR THE RUN AND STAY FOR THE FUN! T-shirts. Awards. 10-year age groups. Chip timing. Part of the proceeds are to be donated to Warrior House of WNY.	Sam Tambe	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Sep 02 Saturday 09:00 AM	14th Annual Meghan Memorial Cross Country	5K	HAMBURG -- Hilbert College, 5200 S Park Ave Hamburg, NY 14075. NO ENTRY FEE! Combination college event and running event open to the public. All teams (College, Club, ad-hoc) and unattached individuals (Open) are invited to participate in the races. Standard X-Country scoring for teams. Women’s race at 9:00 AM, men’s race at 9:45 AM. In Memory of Meghan Sorbera, Hilbert College sophomore whose life was tragically cut short by a hit and run driver in Hamburg in 2008. Meghan had run cross country at Hilbert. You can register on-line.	Kara Rehbaum, Bob Krug 716.926.8805 716.380.8954	Web	eMail	X-COUNTRY
Sep 03 Sunday 08:00 AM	The Oak Tree Half Marathon	Half Marathon, 5K	GENESEO -- Geneseo H.S. Track, Geneseo Central School, 4050 Avon Road, Geneseo NY 14454 Run through the National Historic Landmark District of Geneseo and head into the Genesee Valley past Oak Grove savannahs, sheep pastures, and horse farms. Pass thousands of acres of permanently conserved landscapes, protected by Genesee Valley Conservancy. The course runs on paved (40%) and dirt (60%) roads. 100% of race proceeds support the not-for-profit Genesee Valley Conservancy.	Benjamin Gajewski 585.243.2190	Web	eMail	NY16114KL NY16111KL
Sep 03 Sunday 09:30 AM	Dan Feather Memorial 5K and Walk	5K	JAMESTOWN -- Bergman Park, 487 Baker Street, Jamestown, NY 14701. 5K race and Walk starts at 9:30 AM. 5-year age groups through 70+. Register On-Line.	Lexi Lindamer	Web	eMail	NY21007JJ
Sep 06 Wednesday 06:30 PM	Harvest Moon Run	5K	PENDLETON -- Wendelville Volunteer Fire Company, 7340 Campbell Blvd, North Tonawanda NY 14120. Kids Race starts at 6:00 PM; 2 Mile Fun Walk starts at 6:15 PM; The 5K race starts at 6:30 PM. 5-year age groups to 90+ T Shirts for up to first 400 registered. Trophies. Door prizes.	Jim Riester 716.382.5915	Web	eMail	NY13103JG
Sep 08 Friday 06:30 PM	Brothers of Mercy Oktoberfest Fest 5K	5K	CLARENCE -- Brothers of Mercy, 4520 Ransom Rd., Clarence NY 14031. 5K run. Walkers welcome. Held in conjunction with Oktoberfest with the sound of Buffalo's premier German band The Frankfurters and German feast of bratwurst, knockwurst, hot dogs, plus German potato salad, sauerkraut, and a special German dessert. Kids 10 and Under Race and Eat for Free! Long Sleeve shirts to the first 300 entries. Registration includes entry to Oktoberfest party.	Tony Fulgenzio 716.759.7622	Web	eMail	NY23025JJ
Sep 09 Saturday 08:00 AM	St. Amelia Summer SendOff 5K	5K	TONAWANDA -- Lincoln Park, 299 Decatur Rd, Tonawanda 14223 NY. New course for 2023! 5K Run/Walk at 8am plus Kids 400 Meters Dash (10 and under) at 9am. 5K awards to the top overall male/female runners plus age group awards. Finisher medals to all participants in the Kids Dash. Post race party. Professional timing and finish line services provided by Race Management Solutions.	Shannon Andriatch 716.444.3074	Web	eMail	NY20006JJ
Sep 09 Saturday 09:00 AM	River Rock Run	5K	BUFFALO -- Riverside Park, Buffalo NY 14207. the 2nd Annual River Rock Run 5K being brought to you by the BRRAlliance (Black Rock Riverside Alliance). New course. RFID chip timing. The route will take runners through this Olmsted Park, over the I-190 via the pedestrian bridge, and then south along the scenic Shoreline Trail to Tow Path Park before returning to the finish line following the same path. T-shirts will be guaranteed to all participants who register by September 1, 2023. Awards. 10-year age groups through 80+.	Austin Clark 716.514.9583	Web	eMail	NY23023JJ
Sep 09 Saturday 09:00 AM	CANCELLED Allegheny River Running Fest	5K, 10K, Half Marathon	CANCELED AS OF 4/25 OLEAN -- War Veterans Memorial Park, 551 E State St, Olean, NY 14760. 10K and Half Marathon both will start/finish at War Veterans Park in Olean. A portion of both races will have you running along the picturesque Allegheny River on the area's Allegheny River Valley Trail. Virtual version of run is also available.	Erica Dreher 716.372.4433	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Sep 09 Saturday 10:00 AM	Queen City Architecture Run	5K	BUFFALO -- Other Half Brewing Company, 1 Seneca St, Buffalo NY 14202. Come run or walk a scenic 5K urban course through downtown Buffalo featuring our world renowned architecture. Please visit the event web page for more info.	Marisa Caban 716.856.3933 x 239	Web	eMail	NY23027JJ
Sep 09 Saturday 10:00 AM	St. Stephen School Welcome Back 5K	5K	NEW RACE LOCATION! GRAND ISLAND -- Lot #4, Beaver Island State Park, Grand Island, NY 14072. 5K Run or Walk and Kids 400 Meters Dash (ages 4-10) on Grand Island in the Beaver Island State Park! Chip timed. Awards in the 5K to the top overall male/female and top 3 finishers in each of 16 age groups, male/female. Finisher medals to all participants in the Kids Dash. Post race party with kids activities.	Amanda McMahon 716.408.7580	Web	eMail	NY23028JJ
Sep 10 Sunday 07:00 AM	Erie Marathon	Marathon	ERIE, PA -- Presque Isle State Park, Erie, PA. The start/finish is in the Rotary Pavilion Area (approximately 3 miles from the entrance to the park) Possibly the flattest marathon in the USA. More race info on the event's Facebook page and at the club's web site.	Suzanne Carstater 814.474.3282	Web	eMail	PA17052NP
Sep 10 Sunday 09:00 AM	Glen Iris	5K, 10K	CASTILE -- Trailside Lodge, Letchworth State Park, 6773 Trailside Rd, Castile NY 14427. New this year: 5K and 10K trail race options! The races take place entirely inside Letchworth State Park. Breathtaking views of the Genesee River Gorge. Start & finish at the Trout Pond. Packet pickup and post race celebration at the Trailside Lodge. Glen Iris race shirts guaranteed through August 31st. The event benefits the Cordelia A Greene Library of Castile. Register on-line.	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777	Web	eMail	TRAIL
Sep 16 Saturday 08:40 AM	Tunnel To Towers Run/Walk	5K	CHEEKTOWAGA -- Bellvue Fire Co., 511 Como Park Blvd, Cheektowaga NY 14227. The race runs through Stiglmeier Park. Run/Walk honors the First Responders and WNYers lost in the attacks of 9/11/2001 and Military personnel lost in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan since. See the web site for more details and to register on-line.	Jason Webb 716.846.4034	Web	eMail	NY17025JJ
Sep 16 Saturday 09:00 AM	Heritage Hero Run + Stroll + Roll	5K	GRAND ISLAND -- Beaver Island State Park, 2136 West Oakfield Rd, Grand Island, NY 14072. Join us at Beaver Island State Park on Grand Island for a day of running, strolling and rolling with Heritage Christian Services. Registrtion opens at 7:30 AM, 5K race at 9:00 AM, Stroll & Roll at 10:30 AM, Lunch served from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Awards. Certified course. Chip timing.	Kelly Nash 585.340.2006	Web	eMail	NY21002JJ
Sep 16 Saturday 09:00 AM	Fall Pickle Festival Trail Run at Coulter Farms	3 Mile	LOCKPORT -- Coulter Farms, 3871 North Ridge Rd Lockport, NY 14094. The trail runs through orchards, woodlands, and on farm paths. Huge fresh produce gift baskets for top male and female 5K runners plus age group mini baskets. Hay rides after the run, corn maze, haunted greenhouse and more! Visit the website for complete details.	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777	Web	eMail	TRAIL
Sep 16 Saturday 10:00 AM	Arc GLOW Friends & Family 5K		ELBA -- Day Habilitation Center, 4603 Barrville Road, Elba, NY 14058 (5 miles north of NYS Thruway Exit 48). A country run at our beautiful Elba Day Habilitation Facility. Local farmers donate produce for all participants to bring home with them post race. You can register online.	Sandy Konfederath 585.343.1123 x 1715	Web	eMail	NY18103KL
Sep 16 Saturday 11:00 AM	Raby Family Memorial Cross Country Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk	3 Miles	YOUNGSTOWN -- Lewiston Porter Senior High School, 4061 Creek Road, Youngstown,NY 14174 (Behind the Intermediate Education Center). New! This year the race will utilize the Gary Raby Sr Cross-Country Course which is 100% traffic-free on campus land. Age group awards plus family divisions. More info coming soon!	Paul Casseri 716.572.1197 716.286.7266	Web	eMail	X-COUNTRY
Sep 16 Saturday 03:30 PM	Sponge Candy 5K	5K	NORTH TONAWANDA -- Platters Chocolate Factory, Wurlitzer Building, 980 Niagara Falls Blvd, North Tonawanda NY 14120. Starts and finishes at Platter's chocolate facility in North Tonawanda. Guests can tour the facility and see how their delicious treats are made and of course there will be lots of delicious SPONGE CANDY!	Heidi Urban 716.389.3050	Web	eMail	NY17027JJ
Sep 17 Sunday 10:00 AM	CANCELLED Stone House 5K	5K	LEWISTON -- The Stone House, 755 Center Street, Lewiston NY 14092. The race is being held in conjunction with their annual fundraiser supporting local cancer patients. Race shirts guaranteed thru 9/8. Huge post race party includes live music, food, basket raffles, and more! Trophies to top overall male & female runners plus 10-yr age group awards through 80+. Challenging out and back course to the top of Lewiston Hill to the new Fort Gray overlook. Spectacular views of the Niagara River and gorge, Canada, and the Toronto skyline.	Paul Beatty	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Sep 17 Sunday 11:00 AM	PGXC Cross Country	5K	WILLIAMSVILLE -- Bassett Park, Klein Rd, Williamsville NY 14221. 2023 Peter Glavin XC Race Series. In its 33rd yea. Come run the best Cross Country races in Upstate NY for Open and Master’s runners. Individual and Club.	Mike Nier	Web	eMail	X-COUNTRY
Sep 22 Friday 06:00 PM	50 Yard Finish 5K	5K	ORCHARD PARK -- Highmark Stadium (Home of the Buffalo Bills), 1 Bills Drive, Orchard Park, NY. The 2023 Buffalo Bills 50 Yard Finish returns to Highmark Stadium on Friday, September 22nd. Watch yourself finish on the Scoreboard as you cross the 50-yard line of your Buffalo Bills home field. Following the race, fans and runners will have the opportunity to take photos on the field, grab a snack while supplies last, enjoy music by DJ Milk and receive FREE giveaways from Independent Health (while supplies last)!	Emily Kearns	Web	eMail	NY19012JJ
Sep 22 Friday 06:00 PM	Run For Rhinos	5K	BUFFALO -- The Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Avenue, Buffalo, NY USA 14214. Celebrate the 4th annual Run for Rhinos on World Rhino Day, September 22nd. All registrants will receive a race T-shirt and race packet that can only be picked up 9/20 or 9/21 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Buffalo Zoo.	Gavin Musynske	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Sep 22 Friday 06:00 PM	CANCELLED R.E.D. Shirt Friday 5K	5K	THE EVENT IS ON BUT THE 5K IS CANCELLED BUFFALO -- American Legion Post 567, 5784 Ellis Road, Orchard Park, NY US 14127. R.E.D. (Remember Everyone Deployed). 5k run with a Reading fun Run. Registered participants will receive and enjoy a Post 567 R.E.D. Shirt, Buffet Dinner, 2 Free drink tickets good for Draft Beer, Well Drinks or Wine. (Pop is free) R.E.D. Shirt Discounts on all other drinks and Music by swift kick! During the “Reading Run” kids will run from station to station to read with volunteers & then celebrate with the BAND!	Joy Burdzy	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Sep 23 Saturday 08:00 AM	Amish Country Running Festival	Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, 1 Mile	RANDOLPH -- Weeden Park, Weeden Road, Randolph, NY 14772. New venue this year. Races are set in the peaceful, rolling hills of Amish County. Challenging and hilly. Finisher medals, long-sleeved race t-shirts, fully stocked aid stations at each mile. You can register on-line.	Tonia Wilson, Mark Wilson 716.353.1288	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Sep 23 Saturday 08:30 AM	POSTPONED Beat The Stampede	1 Track Mile	RACE DATE CHANGED TO OCTOBER 19 BUFFALO -- UB's Walter Kunz Stadium, Augspuger Rd, Amherst NY 14228. 1-Mile run on a UB Stadium Track! Compete as an indivualor as part of a team. Runners will be placed into heats according to their estimated mile time. 5 to 10 minutes between heats. Awards. Ten year age groups through 80+. You can register on-line. sponsored by UB Recreation.	Jessica Nyrop 716.645.2534	Web	eMail	TRACK
Sep 23 Saturday 09:00 AM	Sea Lion 5K	5K	NIAGARA FALLS -- Aquarium of Niagara, 701 Whirlpool St, Niagara Falls NY 14301. The race benefits our rescued seals and sea lions. Thr entire race course is on the Niagara Scenic Parkway Trail which is a paved bike path running parallel to the Niagara River. After party at the Aquarium of Niagra with healthy snacks, live music, and a sea lion show.	Kara Fisher 716.285.3575	Web	eMail	NY22022JJ
Sep 23 Saturday 09:00 AM	Harvest Fest 5K	5K	BROCKPORT -- Lakeview Cemetery, 4988 Lakeview Rd, N Brockport NY 14420. The event is being held in conjunction with the annual Harvest Festival in the Town of Sweden. Race shirts guaranteed thru 9/16. Bottled water, light snacks, music, and awards ceremony. Trophies to top overall male & female plus 10-yr age group awards through 70+.	Rhonda Humby	Web	eMail	NY22004KL
Sep 23 Saturday 10:00 AM	Bergholz 5K	5K	BERGHOLZ -- Holy Ghost Lutheran Church and School, 6630 Luther St, Niagara Falls NY 14304. 5K race and 1-mile fun run through the streets of Bergholz. T-shirts to those registered by August 25. Awards to overall and in 5-year age groups. Post-race with food, refreshments and awards on the Holy Ghost Campus. Download the reg flyer. or register on-line.	Andy Klettke 716.807.6909	Web	eMail	NY19006JJ
Sep 23 Saturday 10:00 AM	It's In My Blood	5K, 1 Mile Walk	BUFFALO -- Lakeside Park, Buffalo Outer Harbor, 825 Fuhrmann Blvd, Buffalo NY 14203. Register by 9/10 for guaranteed shirt. Post race fun including food/snacks, music, and the awards ceremony. Trophies for top male and female runners plus age group awards in 10 year age groups through 80+. Proceeds to benefit WNY BloodCare Foundation.	John Alduino 716.936.5201	Web	eMail	NY23017JJ
Sep 24 Sunday 09:00 AM	Grand Island Kiwanis 5K Run	5K	GRAND ISLAND -- Beaver Island State Park, Shelter 2A, Grand Island, NY 14072. Shelter 2A, Grand Island, NY 14072. Beautiful and scenic course on park roadways and Spaulding Trail. Free race t-shirt guaranteed through 9/17. Professional timing & finish line services, music, and food. Trophies for top male & female runners plus medals for the top 3 M/F runners in age groups.	Steven Kopf 716.200.2503	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Sep 24 Sunday 10:00 AM	Spring Lake Winery	5K	LOCKPORT -- Spring Lake Winery, 7373 Rochester Rd, Lockport, NY 14094. Niagara Wine Trail Running Series. Entry includes a complimentary glass of wine, choice of gift item (TBD), and custom race bib. Beautiful and scenic 5K course through the vineyard property. Post race celebration includes bottled water, light snacks, music, and awards ceremony plus the winery will be open for business throughout the evening! Trophies to top overall male & female plus 10-yr age group awards through 70+.	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777	Web	eMail	TRAIL
Sep 24 Sunday 10:00 AM	Panther Prowl	5K	GOWANDA -- Gateway Park, 220-76 Palmer St, Gowanda NY 14070. 5K Run/Walk and Fun Run (just under 1 mile). Family fun event. Proceeds go to the Panther Prowl scholarship fund for GHS Seniors.	Aimee Gernatt 570.575.0459	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Sep 29 Friday 05:30 PM	Grand Island Sunset 10K	10K	GRAND ISLAND -- Beaver Island State Park, Grand Island, NY. Flat, fast, USATF certified course along the scenic Niagara River. Quality long sleeve cotton t-shirt. Awards to overall, masters, and age groups from under-19 through 80+.	Brian McElroy	Web	eMail	NY21036DNB
Sep 29 Friday 06:00 PM	St Mark Family Fun Run	5K	BUFFALO -- Ring Road, Delaware Park, Buffalo NY. Packet Pick-up will be Thursday, September 28th. 3:00pm-6:00pm St. Mark School, 399 Woodward Ave. There will be no race day registration or race day packet pickup. Post race party to follow at St. Mark School. Prizes will be awarded for top finishers in each age category.	Meghan Cavanaugh	Web	eMail	NY23013JJ
Sep 30 Saturday 09:00 AM	Hospice Dash 5K	5K	YOUNGSTOWN -- Porter On The Lake, Youngstown, NY. Race starts and ends at Porter-on-the-Lake Park. Scenic route through Four Mile State Park and Campground. Custom Dri Fit shirts, finisher medals, Discount Cards, plus spectacular Mighty Niagara post-race party including beer tent and live music!	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777	Web	eMail	NY14010JG
Sep 30 Saturday 09:15 AM	Mighty Niagara Half Marathon	Half Marathon	LEWISTON -- Artpark, Lewiston, NY 14092. Race starts at Artpark in Lewiston and finishes at Porter-On-The-Lake overlooking Lake Ontario in Youngstown. Free shuttle service back to the start line after the race. Many historic sights, themed water stations, live entertainment along the route, and a beautiful view of the Lower Niagara River. Custom finisher medal, dri-fit running shirts, and more for all participants. You can register on-line You can register on-line.	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777	Web	eMail	NY14085JG
Sep 30 Saturday 10:00 AM	CANCELLED Notre Dame's Running With The Irish	5K	BATAVIA -- Notre Dame High School, 73 Union St, Batavia, NY 14020. 5K Run or Walk. Chip timed by "Score This!!!". Long Sleeve T-Shirt to those who register prior to September 22. Size not guaranteed past 9/22. Proceeds to benefit Notre Dame HS Athletics Dept. Optionally, come dressed up for St. Patrick's Day in Irish or Notre Dame attire!	Gail Tenney 219.938.1471	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED

OCTOBER 2023
Date	Race Name	Distance	Details	Phone	Web	eMail	Certified
Oct 01 Sunday 07:45 AM	Wineglass Marathon	Marathon, Half Marathon, 8K, 5K	CORNING -- Corning NY. point-to-point course, the full marathon starts in Bath, NY, traveling the valley to Savona, Campbell (where the half marathon starts), onto Coopers Plains, Painted Post and finishing on historic Market Street in Corning, NY. SEE THE WEB SITE FOR DETAILS	Sheila Sutton 607.654.7601	Web	eMail	NY15302JG
Oct 01 Sunday 09:00 AM	Run For The ACORNS	10K Trail, 5K Trail	EAST BETHANY -- Genesee County Park & Forest (Area B), Raymond Rd, East Bethany NY 14054. Live in-person and virtual races offered. Live in-person races: 10K Trail Run, 5K Trail Run, and 5K Walk. Check-in at 8:00 AM. 10K Start at 9:00. 5K Start at 9:15 AM. Single and double track trails through the forest, along a creek and up and down rolling hills in the Genesee County Park & Forest. You can register on-line.	Julia Garver 716.474.1366	Web	eMail	TRAIL
Oct 01 Sunday 09:00 AM	Buffalo Home Sellers 5K	5K	BUFFALO -- Delaware Park at Jewett Parkway and Parkside Ave, Meadow Rd, Buffalo, NY US 14214. 5K on the Ring Road surrounding the Delaware Park Golf Course. Race Day Registration and Packet PickUp starting at 7:45 AM at the Parkside Meadow Restaurant, 2 Russell St, Buffalo NY 14214, Corner of Parkside and Russell, Across from the Buffalo Zoo main entrance. Post race party will also be at the Park Meadow 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM.	Bill Quagliano 716.838.0957	Web	eMail	NY23013JJ
Oct 01 Sunday 09:00 AM	Liv Love Run	5K	SILVER CREEK -- Silver Creek Central School, 1 Dickinson St, Silver Creek NY 14136. 5K hosted by the Silver Creek/Forestville Cross Country Team & Booster Club. A portion of the proceeds will fund a scholarship at SCCS in memory of Olivia (Liv) Coia, who was a wonderful teacher, coach, runner & friend.	Densil Wilson 716.785.1537	Web	eMail	NY19004JG
Oct 01 Sunday 11:00 AM	PGXC Cross Country	5K	CATO -- Cato High School, Cato, NY. 2023 Peter Glavin XC Race Series. In its 33rd yea. Come run the best Cross Country races in Upstate NY for Open and Master’s runners. Individual and Club.	Mike Nier	Web	eMail	X-COUNTRY
Oct 07 Saturday 09:00 AM	Fall Scramble Off Road Runs	4 Miles, 8 Miles	ELLICOTTVILLE -- Holiday Valley Resort, 6557 Holiday Valley Rd, Ellicottville, NY US 14731. The Fall Scramble Off Road Run at Holiday Valley Resort! Ride the chairlift to the top of the hill for the Start! - Limited entries for 2023. Saturday of Fall Festival! The race will be on Holiday Valley resort property with 4 and 8 mile off road option	Doug Bush 716.941.4330	Web	eMail	TRAIL
Oct 07 Saturday 09:00 AM	Erie Humane Society Trails & Tails 5K Run	5K	ERIA, PA -- Frontier Park, 1501 W 6th St, Erie PA 16505. Registration/check-in begins, 8:00 AM. 5K race begins at 9:00 AM. 1 mile fun run begins at 9:15 AM. Additional race information can be found at https://www.eriehumanesociety.org/	Erie Humane Society 814.835.8331	Web		TRAIL
Oct 07 Saturday 09:30 AM	Marilla Trail Races	14 Mile Trail, 7 Mile Trail	BRADFORD, PA -- Marilla Reservoir, 1131 W. Washington St, Bradford PA 16701. 14 Mile Trail start time is 9:30AM, 7 Mile Trai l start time is 10:00AM. 4 Mile Hike at 10:10AM. Lunch following the race (family, friends, and spectators are able to purchase lunch as well). Marilla Trail Race tech t-shirt (guaranteed for all runners registered before Sept 15th). Registration ends October 8, 2021 at 11:59am EDT. Visit the event web site for more info.		Web	eMail	TRAIL
Oct 07 Saturday 10:00 AM	Maggie Lee Memorial 5K Run	5K	BUFFALO -- St. George’s Church, 2 Nottingham Terrace, Buffalo NY -- Delaware Park’s Ring Road. To Benefit the Epilepsy Association of WNY. Registration starts at 8:30 AM. Run/Walk Starts at 10 AM. Post race party celebrating our 22nd year with refreshments, basket auction, 50/50 and prizes. Overall Male & Female winners receive $100 and a trophy. T-shirts and bag to the first 150 registered. You can register online at htpps://runsignup.com/Race/Buffalo/Epilepsy.	Renay Moran 716.883.5396	Web	eMail	NY23029JJ
Oct 07 Saturday 11:00 AM	Crystal Beach 5K Run	5K	CRYSTAL BEACH, ON -- Sneaker's Beach Tavern, 4020 Erie Rd, Crystal Beach, ON L0S 1B0, Canada. A great tradition on a fast and flat course and finisher medals for all followed by a great after party, live music AND A FREE BEER! All registered runners will receive a free Crystal Beach 5K t-shirt and participation medal while supplies last! Awards to top runners. Top dog runner award for the fastest canine too! The Crystal Beach 5k also has a Kids Run that starts at 10:15 AM.	Kendyle Millar 905.650.1992	Web	eMail	ON-2022-055-BDC.
Oct 07 Saturday 12:00 PM	Liliana's Run/Walk For Hope	5K	LEWISTON -- Lewiston Fire Company #2, 1705 Saunders Settlement Rd, Lewiston NY 14092. 5K and 1.1 mile fun walk. Event will raise money for Children's Hospital, specifically the NICU. Run or walk, basket auction to follow at the fire hall. 5-year age groups, awards.	Katie Russinko	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Oct 08 Sunday 07:30 AM	TRAVEL OP Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Half Marathon	Half Marathon, 10K, 5K	CLEVELAND -- Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, 1100 East 9th Street, Cleveland, OH US 44114. HALF MARATHON entry includes a finisher medal, Rock Hall Half Hoodie, and free entry to the Rock Hall, 7:30 AM start. 10K Starts at 8:00 AM. 5K Starts at 8:15 AM. Both the 5K & 10K start at the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. 5K / 10K participants receive a finisher's medal and a participant shirt, but not the free pass to to the Rock Hall and Museum. SIgnup online.		Web		OH15026MW OH14046MW OH14045MW
Oct 08 Sunday 07:30 AM	TRAVEL OP Chicago Marathon	Marathon	CHICAGO, IL -- Grant Park, Chicago, IL.   Quality AIMS member race and one of the six "major" marathons in the world. See website for details and to register.		Web		IL18025NM
Oct 14 Saturday 07:00 AM	CANCELLED Lap of Faith	8 Hours Run, Walk or Bike	BUFFALO -- Ring Road, Delaware Park, Buffalo NY. Participants can choose to walk, jog, run OR bike laps around Delaware Park during the 8 hour time window. Each lap around the park Ring Road is 1.8 miles. You can complete as many laps as you want during the time allowed from 7am until 3pm. Live music, food, and more. Visit the website for complete details.	Larry Federici 716.243.6935	Web	eMail	NY23005JJ
Oct 14 Saturday 09:00 AM	Aspire In Motion 5k, 10k and 1 Mile Walk and Roll	5K, 10K	GETZVILLE -- Aspire WNY, 2356 North Forest Rd, Getzville NY 14068. 1 mile fun walk & roll starting at 8:00 AM. The 5K and 10K start at 9:00 AM. Half of course is traffic free on the Amherst Bike Path. Aspire of WNY supports individuals with a variety of disabilities to help them achieve their own highest levels of independence. Free event parking is available near the start/finish line. Medals to top three finishers in age groups through 80+. Online registration opens soon...	Shana Caldarella 716.505.5512	Web	eMail	NY18001JJ
Oct 14 Saturday 11:00 AM	Niagara Falls Fire Fighters Christmas Toy Drive 5K, 10K	5K, 10K	NIAGARA FALLS -- LaSalle Waterfront Park, Niagara Falls NY. Out and back courses along the upper Niagara River. Park and register at Niagara Riverside Resort located at 7001 Buffalo Avenue Niagara Falls, NY 14304. The Start and Finish are at LaSalle Waterfront Park located just one block west of the hotel. Free finish line photos and custom certificates for all participants! Visit the website for additional information and to register.	John Castellani 716.622.9855	Web	eMail	NY18015JJ NY18016JJ
Oct 15 Sunday 08:10 AM	Ridge Walk & Run	25K Run, 10K Trail Run, 5K Trail Run,	WELLSVILLE -- Wellsville Central School, 126 West State Street, Wellsville, NY 14895. 30th Annual. Trail runs. 25K check-in starting 7:45. Various check-in and start times depend on event selected. 25K Bus leaves at 8:15 AM. You can register on-line. There are also several great wlaks to choose from. See web site for details.	Jim Helms 585.596.4002	Web	eMail	TRAIL
Oct 15 Sunday 08:45 AM	TRAVEL OP Toronto Waterfront Marathon	Marathon, Half Marathon	TORONTO, ON -- Start at University Ave & Queen St, Toronto, ON, Canada.   Quality AIMS member race! Huge international running weekend. Close to Buffalo by car. See the event website for details.	Alan Brookes 416.944.2765 x 508	Web	eMail	ON-2017-002-LJL ON-2017-003-LJL
Oct 15 Sunday 09:30 AM	Monster Scramble	5K, 10K	LACKAWANNA -- Holy Cross Cemetery, 2900 South Park Ave, Lackawanna, NY 14218 Halloween themed, chip-timed FUNdraising run. Also a one mile trick-or-treat family walk. All proceeds benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and support local programs and research to find a cure for MS. Please visit the event web page for more info!.	Andy Yates 585.557.8727	Web	eMail	NY18021JJ NY18022JJ
Oct 15 Sunday 09:30 AM	The Bulldog Dash	5K	HAMBURG -- Hamburg High School, 4111 Legion Dr, Hamburg NY 14075. 5K Fun Run and Walk. Shirts available if registered by September 29.	Amy Kane	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Oct 15 Sunday 10:00 AM	Niagara County Deputy Sheriffs PBA 5K Run	5K	LOCKPORT -- Widewaters Marina, Market St, Lockport NY 14094. Proceeds benefit the NCSO Domestic Violence Unit & Victim Assistance Unit. Registration opens at 8:30. Kids Fun Run at 9:30. 5K race at 10:00. Post race party, food, drinks, race prizes.	Bruce Elliott	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Oct 15 Sunday 10:00 AM	The JCC 5K	5K	BUFFALO -- Jewish Community Center, 787 Delaware Ave, Buffalo NY 14209. New race in Buffalo. 5K at 10:00 AM; Family Run/Walk at 10:30 AM. Very fast out and back USATF certified course over wide picturesque north Buffalo roads with very few turns. All proceeds will go to FeedMore WNY, Buffalo City Mission and Friends of Night People.	Mark Horowitz 716.204.2076	Web	eMail	NY23022JJ
Oct 15 Sunday 11:00 AM	Terminator Road Race Series #1	8K	ORCHARD PARK -- Chestnut Ridge Park, Newton Rd entrance parking lot, Orchard Park, NY 14127. 2 race series. Runs start and finish at the lower paved trail gate near the Newton Rd entrance. Features the "Big Mother" (up) hill AND "Million Dollar Hill" (down)! Race one or complete both races in the series to earn your Terminator award. 5-Year age groups. Registration opens at 10:15 at the shelter nearest the trail gate. See the event web site for more details and to register.	Mark Lawrence	Web	eMail	NY22029JJ
Oct 19 Thursday 05:00 PM	Beat The Stampede	1 Track Mile	BUFFALO -- UB's Walter Kunz Stadium, Augspuger Rd, Amherst NY 14228. 1-Mile run on a UB Stadium Track! Compete as an indivualor as part of a team. Runners will be placed into heats according to their estimated mile time. 5 to 10 minutes between heats. Awards. Ten year age groups through 80+. You can register on-line. sponsored by UB Recreation.	Jessica Nyrop 716.645.2534	Web	eMail	TRACK
Oct 21 Saturday 06:30 AM	Erie Runners Club Personal Endurance Classic	12 Hours	ERIE, PA -- Harborcreek Community Park, Clark Road Entrance (gated drive just north of 3133 Clark Rd), Harborcreek, PA 16510. Run as far as you like for up to 12 hours on the 1.05 mile loop. Limited to 100 participants. The course will be open from 6:30 AM through 6:30 PM. Start anytime on this time window. No awards. Chip timed, results to be posted and shared. No support on course except some bottled beverages. Self-support encouraged (water, food etc).	Jim Lang	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Oct 21 Saturday 11:00 AM	EVL Halloween Half Marathon and 5K	Half Marathon, 5K	ELLICOTTVILLE -- Monroe Street, Ellicottville NY. Halloween themed: Coustumes optional. Custom medals to 1/2 Marathon finishers, Shirts for 5K and Half Marathon. USATF Certified Courses. Chip Timing. Awards in 5-yr age groups thru 60+, and top 3 overall. Awards to best costumes! 6 water satations on the 1/2 Marathon route. Restrooms at 3 locations on the course. You can register online	Doug Bush 716.499.2300	Web	eMail	NY14135JG NY14134JG
Oct 22 Sunday 08:00 AM	Niagara Falls International Marathon	Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K	NIAGARA FALLS, ON -- Start/Finish Line is at the old Toronto Power Generating Station, 7005 Niagara Pkwy, Niagara Falls, ON L0S 1A0, Canada. Voted one of the most scenic marathons. The course this year is entirely set on the Niagara Parkway following the Niagara River from Niagara Falls towards Fort Erie, Ontario. The route is an out and back with the start/finish at rapids just south of the majestic Niagara Falls. See the web site for important details.	Henri and Diane Ragetlie 905.356.9460	Web	eMail	ON-2022-026-PTBA ON-2022-030-PTBA
Oct 22 Sunday 11:00 AM	PGXC Cross Country	6K	DRYDEN -- Tompkins Cortland CC, Dryden, NY. 2023 Peter Glavin XC Race Series. In its 33rd yea. Come run the best Cross Country races in Upstate NY for Open and Master’s runners. Individual and Club.	Mike Nier	Web	eMail	X-COUNTRY
Oct 22 Sunday 11:00 AM	Terminator Road Race Series #2	8K	ORCHARD PARK -- Chestnut Ridge Park, Newton Rd entrance parking lot, Orchard Park, NY 14127. 2 race series. Runs start and finish at the lower paved trail gate near the Newton Rd entrance. Features the "Big Mother" (up) hill AND "Million Dollar Hill" (down)! Race oneboth races in the series to earn your Terminator award. 5-Year age groups. Registration opens at 10:15 at the shelter nearest the trail gate. See the event web site for more details and to register.	Mark Lawrence	Web	eMail	NY22029JJ
Oct 28 Saturday 06:00 AM	Summit 50/50 Ultra	50 Miles, 50K, 25K	SALAMANCA -- Allegany State Park, Red House Area, Salamanca NY. 3rd Annual. This hidden gem of a state park will amaze you! The 17 mile loop course will challenge every fiber of your ultra-running being! But, you won't be alone as you'll be supported by incredible volunteers, friends, family, and of course 2 well-stocked aid stations. Registration closes: Sunday Oct 22 @ 11:59PM.	Iain Nelson	Web	eMail
Oct 28 Saturday 09:00 AM	Chautauqua Lake 5K Trail Run/Walk	5K	MAYVILLE -- Chautauqua Lake Central School District, 100 North Erie St, Mayville, NY US 14757. The Chautauqua Lake Class of 2024 is hosting the first annual Chautauqua Lake 5K Trail Run/Walk. This event will showcase the new trail system on the Chautauqua Lake Central School Property. All proceeds from the event will be used to support Senior Class Activities throughout the year. Halloween Costumes Encouraged - Prizes will be awarded both individual and group!	Stephanie Janicki, Kristine Stroth 716.753.5881	Web	eMail	TRAIL
Oct 28 Saturday 10:00 AM	26th Annual Jack O’Lantern Fall Classic 5K and 1.5 Mile Walk	5K, 1.5 Mile Walk	NIAGARA FALLS -- Goat Island, Niagara Falls, NY. The race has returned to Goat Island now that all of the park improvements have been completed! Cash awards to top-5 overall finishers M/F. Age group awards to top-3 in 5-year age groups through 80+. As in the past, costumes are optional but encouraged on race day. Click here for additional information and to register	Chris Titta 716.282.1228	Web	eMail	NY22001JJ
Oct 28 Saturday 10:00 AM	Yeti Dash 5K Run/Walk	5K	GREENHURST -- Ellery Town Park, Route 430 & Heineman Rd, Greenhurst, NY 14742 (north west of Jamestown on Chautauqua Lake). Have fun on this out and back loop 5K. You might even see Mr. Yeti running the course and Mrs. Yeti cheering you on at the finish line. Registration and awards will take place at Ellery Town Park. Net proceeds will be donated to the American Cancer Society.	Mike Porpiglia 716.665.1084	Web	eMail	NY16037JJ
Oct 28 Saturday 11:00 AM	Howl-O-Weenie 5K	5K	ORCHARD PARK -- Runners Roost 4190 N Buffalo Rd, Orchard Park, NY 14127. Get ready for a spook-tacular event at the Howl-O-Weenie 5k race! Costumes optional. The Byrd House will host the post race party. Hot dogs, pop, and chips will be served. The Byrd House will donate one free pint of Labatt's Blue Light for 21+ participants. All Participants will receive a long sleeve event shirt with the event logo.	Runners Roost 716.662.1331	Web	eMail	NY22027JJ
Oct 28 Saturday 05:15 PM	Trick Or Trot	5K	BATAVIA -- DeWitt Recreational Park, 115 Cedar St, Batavia NY 14020. Rotary Club of Batavia Trick Or Trot is a fun race/walk event through the cemeteries of Batavia, starting at DeWitt Recreational Park. This is a costume event and will have a haunted section! Wear your favorite Halloween costume and come out for a fun time. Check in will be at 4:00 PM and the race will start at 5:15PM. Top 3 male/female winners will be awarded as well as best costume. After party includes pizza and soda.	James Mott 716.260.7298	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Oct 29 Sunday 09:00 AM	Strider Glider Quarter Marathon	Quarter Marathon	LANCASTER -- Westwood Park, 175 Pavement Rd, Lancaster NY 14086. Join us for this unique 6.55 Mile race distance. The Strider Glider Quarter Marathon starts and finishes at Westwood Park in Lancaster. This is a great opportunity to run a fast race on a scenic course this fall while supporting the Greater Lancaster Community. Post-race awards and party to be held following the race.	Darell McKenrick 716.572.6300	Web	eMail	NY23024JJ
Oct 29 Sunday 10:00 AM	Wayland's Wicked 5K	5K	ORCHARD PARK -- Wayland Brewing Co., 3740 N Buffalo St, Orchard Park, NY 14127. It's a "scary" good course along a flat & fast route along Webster Road. And a wicked time inside the ultra modern and Western New York's newest Brewery where the beer suds will be flowing and food served to the running & walking revelers! Great Race shirts and one of a kind awards. Post-race halloween costume contest!	Dan Horan 716.830.6703	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED

DECEMBER 2023
Date	Race Name	Distance	Details	Phone	Web	eMail	Certified
Dec 02 Saturday 09:00 AM	Jinglin All The Way	5K, 10K	LE ROY -- Masonic Lodge Community Center, 12 Bank St, Le Roy, NY. Optionally, wear jingle bells! Bring non-perishable food item(s) to donate, bring an unwrapped toy(s) to donate. For each item you donate you are entered in raffle! You can register online.	Karen Samis 585-330.2098	Web		NY14117KL
Dec 02 Saturday 10:00 AM	Holly Jolly	5K	ORCHARD PARK -- Day of Race registration at the Runners Roost at 4190 N. Buffalo St. , Orchard Park, NY 14127. Welcome back all festive runners, joggers and walkers who will make the annual 2023 Holly Jolly 5K a successful one! Take the morning to run & enjoy Christmas time in Orchard Park. THE FIRST 250 REGISTERED RUNNERS WILL RECEIVE A LONG SLEEVE T-SHIRT. Post-Race Party: Enjoy drink compliments of the BYRD HOUSE! DAY OF REGISTRATION: 8:00 - 9:45 AM at Runner's Roost. Registration will close at 9:45 AM in order for the race to start on time at 10 AM. See the course map here.	Dan Horan 716.830.6703 716.830-6713	Web	eMail	MAP COURSE NOT CERTIFIED
Dec 02 Saturday 04:00 PM	Festival of Lights 5K	5K	NIAGARA FALLS -- Town of Niagara Veterans Park, 7000 Lockport Rd 14305. Scenic two loop course on park paths and neighborhood roads. Festival of Lights t-shirt, festive holiday music before, during, and after the race. Post race awards ceremony, food and snacks at the Calvin K Richards Senior/Youth Activity Center. Trophies for top male and female runners plus custom age group awards. Net proceeds will be used to purchase toys for students at Tuscarora Elementary School. Register early and secure your spot for this one of a kind event!	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777	Web	eMail	NY21005JJ
Dec 03 Sunday 09:00 AM	Checkers Christmas 3K Road Race	3K	USATF NIAGARA ASSOCIATION 3KM CHAMPIONSHIPS. BUFFALO -- Delaware Park Golf Course Ring Road, Buffalo NY. NEW! This race has been designated the 2023 Niagara Association 3km Championship event! Day of race registration is available for this USATF certified 3km. The run is just a little more than one complete loop of the Ring Road. All proceeds will benefit the Kevin Guest House.	Ann More, Kim Kalman 716.361.9050 716.465.5574	Web	eMail	NY21014JJ
Dec 09 Saturday 09:00 AM	Niagara PAL Santa Dash	5K	NIAGARA FALLS -- Sheraton At The Falls, 300 3rd St, Niagara Falls NY. Nothing says holiday spirit like a good ol' Santa Dash 5k! Registration in the Sheraton lobby starts at 7:00am. COSTUMED RUNNERS ARE WELCOME AND ENCOURAGED! The first 150 runners will receive a long sleeve t-shirt. See the registration page for more info!	Art Eberhart 716.286.7038	Web	eMail	NY19022JJ
Dec 09 Saturday 04:40 PM	It’s A Wonderful Run	5K	SENECA FALLS -- Seneca Falls Recreation Center, 35 Water St, Bedford Falls, NY US 13148 . Race starts on the Bridge Street bridge. Visit the event web site for more info. 5K Run/Walk through the illuminated village of Seneca Falls at dusk. Fast, flat certified course. Cash prizes for top three finishers and awards given to all top three finishers in all age groups. Awards Ceremony at 5:30 PM at the Seneca Falls Community Center.	Jeff Rook 315.568.1438	Web	eMail	NY21002KL
Dec 23 Saturday 09:00 AM	CANCELLED The RIDGE Santa Run	5K	WEST SENECA -- The RIDGE West Seneca, 555 Orchard Park Rd, West Seneca, NY 14224, It's the most wonderful time of the year - Christmas season at the RIDGE Brewery. This inaugural 5K event will showcase the holiday season with Long-sleeve shirts, Santa hats, and scarves. Custom award medals in the 5-Year agge groups, M/F, 3 deep. A fabulous post-race party featuring RIDGE brewery beverages and food! Visit the website for complete details.	Dan Horan 716.830.6703	Web	eMail
Dec 23 Saturday 11:00 AM	Holiday 5K At Old Fort Niagara	5K	YOUNGSTOWN -- Fort Niagara State Park, Youngstown NY 14174. Celebrate the holiday season at Old Fort Niagara. This event sells out almost every year! Beautiful custom finisher medals, Holiday 5K gift (TBD), music/dee jay, plus large heated tent for the post race party and awards ceremony! Visit the website for complete details.	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777	Web	eMail	NY16040JJ
Dec 26 Tuesday 12:00 PM	CANCELLED Boxing Day 10 & 4 Mile Runs	10 Miles, 4 Miles	THE 2023 BOXING DAY RACE HAS BEEN CANCELLED (UPDATED ON 11/8). HAMILTON, ON -- YMCA, 79 James Street South, Hamilton, ON. Run with Olympians, elites, recreational runners and walkers on a scenic and challenging course on downtown streets and paved waterfront trail. Indoor registration, refreshments and awards in the main gymnasium where spectators are welcome. Change rooms with showers for entrants. See web sites for details.	James Van Dyke 905.971.6040	Web		ON-2015-049-BDC
Dec 26 Tuesday 12:00 PM	TRAVEL OP Boxing Day 4 Mile	4 Miles	HAMILTON, ON -- Leander Boat Club, 50 Leander Dr, Hamilton, ON L8L 8L1. The Annual 10-Mile will not be back until 2024. To keep the tradition alive, a Boxing Day 4-Mile has been organized and will be run in 2023 on a temporary course and venue. The race will be capped at 200 runners. You can register on-line at Race Roster.	Tim Forrester 365.888.4450	Web	eMail	NOT CERTIFIED
Dec 31 Sunday 12:00 PM	New Year's Eve 5K	5K	YOUNGSTOWN -- Fort Niagara State Park, Lewiston, NY 14174 Scenic USATF certified 5K course runs through Fort Niagara State Park and will be closed to traffic during the race. Trophies for the top male and female runners plus custom finisher medals for first 125 participants. Last race of 2023! Enter your New Year's resolution during the registration process (optional) and we will announce it as you cross the finish line! Custom race bibs, finish line photos, finisher certificates, plus large heated tent for the post race party/awards. Visit the website for complete details.	Paul Beatty 716.998.5777	Web	eMail	NY16040JJ