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Local Area Race Calendar for 2021
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| JANUARY 2021 | |||||||
| Date | Race Name | Distance | Details | Phone | Web | Certified | |
| Jan 01 Friday 12:00 PM | ERC New Years Day 5 Mile | 5K | YOUNGSTOWN -- Fort Niagara State Park, Lewiston, NY 14174. Two hour start window begins at noon. This scenic USATF certified 5K course runs through Fort Niagara State Park and will be closed to traffic during the race. Custom trophies for the top male and female runners. First race of 2021! 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, and grab and go food. Visit our website for complete details and safety protocols during Covid. | Paul Beatty 716.998.5777 | Web | RACENAME | |
| Jan 10 Sunday 05:30 AM | VIRTUAL ONLY Walt Disney World Marathon | Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K | THE 2021 WALT DISNEY WORLD RACES ARE VIRTUAL ONLY DUE TO THE ONGOING COVID-19 PANDEMIC. ORLANDO -- Walt Disney World, Orlando, FL. Fabulous multi-day Disney Wold Marathon Weekend. Opportunity to run one or all the running events . Goofy Challenge. Dopey Challenge. 5K on Thursday 1/7, 10K on Friday 1/8, HM on Saturday 1/9, Full Marathon on Sunday 1/10. See web site for details. | Web | FL12023TY | ||
| Jan 16 Saturday 10:00 AM | Old Man Winter Trail Race #1 at Marjim Manor | 3.45 Miles | APPLETON -- The Winery at Marjim Manor, 7171 Lake Rd, Appleton NY 14008. Limited to waves of 50 runners. All finishers receive a custom embroidered Old Man Winter hat, custom race bib and light food/snacks. Beautiful and scenic winter trail through orchards and along the shore of Lake Ontario. Winery is open for business plus outdoor bonfire. Awards to top overall male & female plus certificates for all in 5-yr age groups through 80+. | Paul Beatty 716.998.5777 | Web | ||
| Jan 29 Friday 11:30 AM | VIRTUAL ONLY Mr. Ed’s Superbowl Warm-Up | 5K | MIDDLEPORT -- Middleport Fire Hall, 28 Main St, Middleport NY 14105. Run your virtual race between Jan 29 and Feb 7. See the web site for details and to register. | Don Heschke, Jack Kiebala 585.798.3283 | Web | NY14900KL | |
| Jan 30 Saturday 10:00 AM | Old Man Winter Trail Race #2 at Marjim Manor | 3.45 Miles | APPLETON -- The Winery at Marjim Manor, 7171 Lake Rd, Appleton NY 14008. Limited to waves of 50 runners. All finishers receive a special edition Old Man Winter 6-Pack Cooler featuring adjustable web carrying strap; heat-sealed, water-resistant lining; interior zippered mesh pocket for utensils; and large front slip pocket for easy access., custom race bib and light food/snacks. Beautiful and scenic winter trail through orchards and along the shore of Lake Ontario. Winery is open for business plus outdoor bonfire. Awards to top overall male & female plus certificates for all in 5-yr age groups through 80+. | Paul Beatty 716.998.5777 | Web | ||
| FEBRUARY 2021 | |||||||
| Date | Race Name | Distance | Details | Phone | Web | Certified | |
| Feb 06 Saturday 08:00 AM | Frozen 50K | 50K | CASSADAGA -- Cassadaga Fire Station 1, 22 Mill St, Cassadaga, NY 14718. A no frills event; Part of the Winter Festival in Cassadaga, NY. The lower lake is a perfect 5K loop; Start and Finish at the Fire Hall; Do as many 5K loops of the lake as you'd like. No t-shirts, no medals, just fitness and fun; Coffee and hot cocoa provided. $10.00 entry fee. Walk or run 1 loop up to 10 loops to attain 50K. | Tonia Wilson, Mark Wilson 716.353.1288 914.466.9214 | Web | ||
| Feb 07 Sunday 10:00 AM | Super Bowl Sunday Old Man Winter Trail Race #3 at Spring Lake Winery | 5K | LOCKPORT -- Spring Lake Winery, 7373 Rochester Rd, Lockport, NY 14094. Limited to waves of 50 runners. Custom Old Man Winter Race bibs with timing chip and a Special Edition LONG SLEEVE cotton shirt will be distributed prior to the race at our drive-thru packet pickup window. | Paul Beatty 716.998.5777 | Web | ||
| Feb 07 Sunday 11:30 AM | VIRTUAL ONLY Mr. Ed’s Superbowl Warm-Up | 5K | MIDDLEPORT -- Middleport Fire Hall, 28 Main St, Middleport NY 14105. Run your virtual race, anywhere, betweem January 29 and February 7 2020. You can register on-line. You can download the registration form. | Don Heschke, Jack Kiebala 585.798.3283 | Web | NY14900KL | |
| Feb 13 Saturday 09:00 AM | Lockport 10 | 10 Miles | LOCKPORT -- The Historic Lockport Palace Theatre, 2 East Avenue Lockport, NY. 10 Miles. No day of race registration. Chip timing. Shirt optional on entry. Awards plus Finisher Medals. See the website for more details and to download a race application. Visit the race on Run Lockport. | Jeff Tracy 716.438.1130 | Web | NY15001JJ NY15002JJ | |
| Feb 21 Sunday 10:00 AM | CANCELLED Polar Bear 5K | 5K | OLCOTT -- Olcott Fire Company, 1691 Lockport Olcott Road (78), Olcott, NY 14028. Just north of Lockport by Lake Ontario. Special Feature: Try to beat the Polar Bear! Cub Run at 9:30 AM. Start time for the 5K is 10:00 AM. You can register on-line. | Jeff Tracy 716.438.1130 | Web | NY15003JJ | |
| Feb 22 Monday 04:00 PM | HYBRID VIRTUAL EVENT(S) Gril-Mato 5K | 5K | IN-PERSON SMALL GROUP RUN OR VIRTUAL RUN, YOUR CHOICE! MAKE YOUR RUN BETWEEN FEB 22 AND FEB 28 ORCHARD PARK, HAMBURG -- Hoaks Restaurant, 4100 Lake Shore Rd, Hamburg, NY 14075 OR The Byrd House, 4190 N Buffalo Rd, Orchard Park, NY 14127. Virtual or In-Person 5K run (Not a race, not timed or scored). Run your 5K between FEB 22 and FEB 28 either vurtually or at one of 2 locations, socially distanced but in-person on at your choice of one of seven days and choice of 2 location! If full virtual then run anywhere between the Feb 22 and Feb 28. Participants receive a voucher for grilled cheese and tomato soup! Optional shirts and medals also available for purchase. See the registration web site for more details including run schedules. Packet Pickup will be at Runner's Roost during normal business hours from Feb 21 through March 1. Sponsored by the Runners Roost. | Web | |||
| Feb 27 Saturday 09:00 AM | HYBRID VIRTUAL EVENT(S) Penguin Run | 5K | IN-PERSON RUN OR VIRTUAL RUN, YOUR CHOICE! TONAWANDA -- Ellicott Creek Park, Tonawanda NY 14150. (On Park Rd near the Niagara Falls Blvd Entrance). Virtual Run OR real meet-up run (Not a race, not timed). See the reg site for details and to register. | Felicia Grassia 716.549.6307 x218 | Web | ||
| Feb 27 Saturday 10:00 AM | Old Man Winter Trail Race #4 at Marjim Manor | 3.45 Miles | APPLETON -- The Winery at Marjim Manor, 7171 Lake Rd, Appleton NY 14008. Final race of the winter series! Limited to waves of 50 runners. Beautiful custom finisher medals for the first 100 registered participants PLUS bonus Old Man Winter gift (TBD). Beautiful and scenic winter trail through orchards and along the shore of Lake Ontario. Winery is open for business plus outdoor bonfire. Awards to top overall male & female plus certificates for all in 5-yr age groups through 80+. | Paul Beatty 716.998.5777 | Web | ||
| MARCH 2021 | |||||||
| Date | Race Name | Distance | Details | Phone | Web | Certified | |
| Mar 06 Saturday 12:00 PM | HYBRID VIRTUAL EVENT(S) Shamrock Run | 8K | BUFFALO -- Old First Ward Community Center, 62 Republic Street, South Buffalo 14204 (Near Louisiana St. and South Park) South Buffalo. LIVE RACE on March 6/ and VIRTUAL RACE from March 1 through March 15th. See web site to try to get onto the limited waiting list for the Live Race or enter the virtual Shamrock for maximum safety. Proceeds to benefit Old First Ward Community. Embroidered garment for all registered entrants. | Tori Fedrraina 716.856.8613 x 108 | Web | NY15039JJ | |
| Mar 07 Sunday 10:05 AM | VIRTUAL ONLY Chilly Half Marathon | Half Marathon, 10K, 5K | BURLINGTON, ON -- Burlington City Hall, 426 Brant St, Brulington ON CA. Virtual in 2021. See web site for details. | Kelly Arnott 905.512.2488 | Web | ON-2019-001-BDC | |
| Mar 13 Saturday 09:30 AM | St. Patrick's Rock'n 5K | 5K | YOUNGSTOWN -- Fort Niagara State Park, Lewiston, NY 14174. Two waves. Scenic USATF certified 5K course runs through Fort Niagara State Park and will be closed to traffic during the race. Custom trophies for the top male and female runners. Custom shamrock finisher medals for the first 250 registered participants plus finish line photos, race certificates, grab and go food, complimentary BBC beer and more. Visit our website for complete details and safety protocols during Covid. | Paul Beatty 716.998.5777 | Web | NY16040JJ | |
| Mar 20 Saturday 09:00 AM | Lake Effect Half Marathon | Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon | MINOA, NY -- Onondaga Lake Park: Starting near the Salt Museum. 104 Lake Dr, Liverpool, NY 13088. 30% capacity for the Half Marathon, 25% capacity for the Quarter Marathon. Also, virtual races available. See the reg site. | Todd Robertson | Web | ||
| Mar 25 Thursday 09:30 AM | VIRTUAL ONLY Around The Bay Road Race | 2K, 5K, 10K, 15K, & 30K | VIRTUAL ONLY THIS YEAR. RUN YOUR RACE BETWEEN MARCH 25 AND APRIL 25 HAMILTON, ON -- FirstOntario Centre, Bay and York Street, Hamilton Ontario Canada. The Around The Bay race, the oldest footrace in North America, is virtual this year. See the event sebsite for details | Web | ON-2016-003-BDC ON-2013-074-BDC | ||
| Mar 26 Friday 06:00 AM | VIRTUAL ONLY Harriet Tubman Virtual 5K | 5K | VIRTUAL ONLY. RUN YOUR RACE BETWEEN MARCH 26 AND APRIL 30 BUFFALO -- Choose a route and run/walk it on your time! Report you run result. Registration includes: DryFit shirt, medal, bib, and finisher certificate. You can register online. Visit the event website. Or visit the event's Facebook page. | Petrina Bursie | Web | ||
| Mar 27 Saturday 01:00 PM | Wayne A Burlison Colon Cancer Awareness | 3.17 Miles | ALBION -- Ronald Sodoma Elementary School, 324 East Ave, Albion NY 14411. The Albion Running Club is hosting a 3.17 mile running event to honor one of its founding members, Wayne A. Burlison. You can register on-line. | Bert Gallmon 585.483.0801 | Web | ||
| APRIL 2021 | |||||||
| Date | Race Name | Distance | Details | Phone | Web | Certified | |
| Apr 01 Thursday 09:00 AM | VIRTUAL ONLY Niagara Wheatfield Health & Wellness Run/Walk/Hike | 5K, 1 Mile | WNY -- Anywhere. Choose your own route and run/walk between April 1 and May 15. Post your run results (optional) or just do it for fun! Your $15 registration fee includes an NW Health & Wellness t-shirt. There is also a hiking challenge being offered! Proceeds to benefit the Niagara Wheatfield Senior Class. | Tom Stack | Web | ||
| Apr 03 Saturday 09:00 AM | Hip Hop Hooray 5K | 5K | LOCKPORT -- Spring Lake Winery, 7373 Rochester Rd, Lockport, NY 14094. Limited availability. Waves of 40 runners. Beautiful multi-colored custom Easter Egg finisher medals PLUS Hip Hop Hooray t-shirts for all participants. Professional timing and finish line services with finish line photos and certificates. | Paul Beatty 716.998.5777 | Web | ||
| Apr 10 Saturday 10:00 AM | 100 Days of Hope 5K | 5K | ROCHESTER -- Lions Park, 100 Kentucky Ave, Rochester, NY US 14606. Join us on April 10th, the 100th day of the year, as we takeour hope out into the streets and run a 5K TOGETHER! T-Shirt, and Post race grab and go snack bag. Participants must wear masks Pre and Post Race, the mask can be removed DURING the race. Limited to 150 participants. No awards ceremony. | Web | |||
| Apr 10 Saturday 11:00 AM | POSTPONED Feel The Spirit | 5K | NEW DATE IS SATURDAY JUNE 12 CHEEKTOWAGA -- Infant of Prague Church, 921 Cleveland Drive, Cheektowaga, 14225. Race starts on Foisset Ave, off Cleveland Drive in Cheektowaga. 5K race and 1-Mile fun walk. T-shirt to first 350 registered. Hot dogs, Chili, Beer, Wine, Pop, Live Music. Post party for all runners, walkers & friends! 5-year age groups through 80+. | Tim Zelasko 716.380.0231 716.634.3660 | Web | NY18003JJ | |
| Apr 11 Sunday 09:00 AM | SJCI 6-Hour Distance Run | 6 Hours Run | BUFFALO -- St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute, 845 Kenmore Ave., Buffalo, NY 14223. Run or walk as far as you can for up to 6 hours on the SJCI track. The race is limited to 50 runners. Wear face mask when not running. NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION. Custom embroidered winter hat. All timing stops at 3:00 p.m.(6 hours). Please bring all of your own aid for this event. The race will not be providing any. Finishers Medals for all , gift cert to top male and female, open and masters, by most distance run. | Rich Clark | Web | ||
| Apr 17 Saturday 09:00 AM | Grassroots Gardens | 5K, 10K, 15K | NIAGARA FALLS -- 6611 Buffalo Ave, Niagara Falls, NY 14304. iRunWNY presents the SPRING Grassroots Gardens 5K,10K, and brand new 15! Run along the beautiful upper Niagara River. Multiple waves to choose from starting at 9am. Professional timing & finish line services, custom finisher medals for the first 100 participants plus dri-fit running shirts. Net proceeds to benefit Grassroots Gardens of Niagara Falls. | Paul Beatty 716.998.5777 | Web | NY18015JJ NY18016JJ NY18301JJ | |
| Apr 18 Sunday 10:00 AM | POSTPONED Purple Ribbon Warrior 5K | 5K | NEW DATE IS SUNDAY MAY 23, 2021 GRAND ISLAND -- Beaver Island State Park, Grand Island, NY 14072. NEW LOCATION! Beaver Island State Park at the south tip of Grand Island. Certified course, Chip Timing. Awards to top finishers overall, and in the age groups. On-line registration coming soon... | Lynn Dingey, Kim Kalman 716.560.3921 716.465.5574 | Web | NY19002JJ | |
| Apr 19 Monday 08:50 AM | POSTPONED The 125th Boston Marathon | Marathon | POSTPONED TO MONDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2021 BOSTONBOSTON, 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 start - 1st wave leaves at 8:50. | BAA | Web | MA14012RN | |
| Apr 24 Saturday 09:00 AM | Rally Round The Valley | 18 Miles | 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 18 mile loop around Honeyoe Lake. Relay teams (2 or 3 persons) may select their own exchange zones and must provide transportation. Walkers course is 10 Miles. 3 support stations on the course. T-Shirt. Medals, | Bob Stewart 585.465.0933 | Web | ||
| Apr 24 Saturday 10:00 AM | VIRTUAL ONLY Run Forest Run 5K | 5K | WILLIAMSVILLE -- Forest Elementary School, 250 N Forest Rd, Williamsville NY. Run your virtual race, anywhere, between May 1st and May 31st. Run Forest Run t-shirt included with your registration fee. A portion of the proceeds to benefit the PUNT Foundation. Online Registration is now open! | Alan Schenk 716.560.1432 | Web | NY17001JJ | |
| Apr 24 Saturday 10:00 AM | Big Foot 5K Trail Run | 5K | DEWITTVILLE -- YMCA Camp Onyahsa, 5411 East Lake Road, Dewittville, NY US 14728. Rough5K trail with steep inclines at trail start, decline at trail end and is potentially rutted with loose gravel, seasonally muddy and slippery, wooded and marked path. Not paved. Timed run through a 160 acre forest. | David Reinhardt 716.450.2688 | Web | ||
| Apr 24 Saturday 10:30 AM | CANCELLED Envirun | 5K | CANCELLED AS CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC PRECAUTION NIAGARA FALLS -- Niagara Falls State Park, Goat Island. Thank you to all our runners, vounteers and avid supporters for your continued support. We're optimistic that we will be able see you next year, 2022, at the Envirun. We will have a new scenic certified 5K course for you above the Niagara Falls on Goat Island! | Mary Padasak 716.462.9105 | Web | PENDING | |
| MAY 2021 | |||||||
| Date | Race Name | Distance | Details | Phone | Web | Certified | |
| May 01 Saturday 07:30 AM | 27th Annual GBTC Grand Island Half Marathon | Half Marathon | GRAND ISLAND -- Beaver Island State Park, Grand Island, NY 14071. Great traditional local half marathon event. Field is limited to 200 total runners in 3 waves and runners to be released one at a time and scoring via merged chip net timing. Masks required pre and post race. Register online. | Brian McElroy | Web | NY20016DNB | |
| May 02 Sunday 07:30 AM | CANCELLED Toronto Marathon | Marathon | POSTPONED TILL 2022 FOR COVID-19 SAFETY. 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 | ON-2017-009-BDC ON-2017-008-BDC | |
| May 02 Sunday 08:00 AM | Ghost Creek Half Marathon | Half Marathon | BLACK LICK, PA -- Old PA Turnpike, Waterfall, Pennsylvania 16689. Experience Pennsylvania's Ghost Town Trail! The half marathon course travels through the scenic Blacklick Creek Valley. Awards will be given to the Top 3 Overall Male and Female Open & Masters Finishers as well as the top 3 male and female finishers in 10-year age groups. All awards will be mailed. Visit the web seite for more info. | Wolf Creek Race Management 724-831-9485 | Web | ||
| May 08 Saturday 06:00 AM | VIRTUAL ONLY Gasparilla Distance Classic | Half Marathon, 15K | IN-PERSON RUNS CANCELLED. VIRTUAL ONLY AS OF 2/23/2021. TAMPA, FL -- Tampa Bay, FL. Developments as of 2/23/2021: The races are virtual only now, with a twist: Registered virtual runners may opt to run on a closed Bayshore Blvd between 5:00 AM to Noon on May 8 and 9, to time themselves. No offical timing. Oddly, the event is permitted to hold race's annual health-and-fitness expo inside the convention center during the weekend. No refunds, deferrals, or transfers. See website for details. | Web | FL12105EBM FL14014EBM | ||
| May 08 Saturday 06:50 AM | Happy Half | Half Marathon, 5K | ELLICOTTVILLE -- Holiday Valley Resort, 6557 Holiday Valley Rd, Ellicottville, New York 14731. Assigned wave starts. Half Marathon from 6:50 to 8:00 AM; 5K from 11:30 AM to 1:10 PM. Finishers medal; Race shirts; Certified course; chip timing; On-course support; Post race snack. | Doug Bush 716.941.4330 | Web | NY17011JG NY17012JG | |
| May 08 Saturday 10:00 AM | 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. Proceeds benefit the Nancy Price Scholarship fund. Visit website for additional information and to register. You can register on-line. | Brett Sippel | Web | ||
| May 21 Friday 06:30 PM | CANCELLED Brian Dugan Memorial Scholarship 5K Road Race | 5K | POSTPONED TILL 2022 FOR COVID-19 SAFETY. TONAWANDA -- Lincoln Arena, 1200 Parker Blvd., Tonawanda NY 14223. Fast, flat USATF certified 5K course. Post-race party with live entertainment, food, drink, and huge basket raffle. Age group awards. Free Kids 100 m run @ 5:45 PM with one paid adult 5K entry. Kids tattoos, face painting, and activities. Long sleeve t-shirt to first 500 entrants. All proceeds donated to the Brian Dugan Scholarship Fund. | Karen Monaco, Matt Gourlay | Web | NY17012JJ | |
| May 22 Saturday 08:00 AM | Old Turnpike Half Marathon | Half Marathon | WATERFALL, PA -- Old PA Turnpike, Waterfall, Pennsylvania 16689. The Old Turnpike Half Marathon is an out-and back course that takes place at the one-of-a-kind Abandoned 13-mile stretch of the old Pennsylvania Turnpike! Featured in a movie, once billed as the “World’s Greatest Highway”, and surrounded by the stunning scenery of Buchanan State Forest and the Allegheny Mountain Range. 2 Big tunnels! 30 minute window start to allow for social distancing. | Wolf Creek Race Management 724-831-9485 | Web | ||
| May 22 Saturday 09:00 AM | Fight For Air Stair Climb | Stairs | ORCHARD PARK -- Buffalo Bills Stadium, Orchard Park NY 14127. New, reimagined, outdoor, Covid safe, Stair Climb. Limited to 800 maximum. Registration closes 5/14. Mandatory packet pickup. Must raise $100 prior to 5/14. See the website for details and to register. | Kaelyn Gates 716.271.6386 | Web | ||
| May 23 Sunday 08:00 AM | HYBRID VIRTUAL EVENT(S) Lilac Run 10K, 5K | 10K, 5K | VIRTUAL AND IN PERSON LIVE RACES ROCHESTER -- Genesee Valley Park, Rochester, NY US 14620. See the registration site for details. Live 5K and 10K on 5/23. Also Virtual races for 10K and 5K. | Allie Thut 585.732.1090 | Web | ||
| May 23 Sunday 10:00 AM | Purple Ribbon Warrior 5K | 5K | GRAND ISLAND -- Beaver Island State Park, Grand Island, NY 14072. NEW LOCATION! Beaver Island State Park at the south tip of Grand Island. Race capped at 300 maximum. Certified course, Chip Timing. Awards to top finisher M/F overall, and masters. T-shirt if registered by 5/9. On-line registration. | Lynn Dingey, Kim Kalman 716.560.3921 716.465.5574 | Web | NY19002JJ | |
| May 29 Saturday 08:30 AM | Buffalo Marathon Weekend: John Beishline 5K | 5K | BUFFALO -- Hyatt Hotel, Two Fountain Plaza, Buffalo. NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION. Registration available at the website. 5K starts at 8:30 AM. | Greg Weber, Rich Clark | Web | NY15008JJ | |
| May 29 Saturday 10:00 AM | Cassadaga Fireman's Beer Mile | 1 Mile | CASSADAGA -- Village baseball fields, behind the Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES Academy at Maple Avenue (175 Maple Avenue), Cassadaga, NY 14718. See the for details. | Tonia Wilson, Mark Wilson 716.353.1288 914.466.9214 | Web | ||
| May 30 Sunday 06:30 AM | Buffalo Marathon Weekend: Half Marathon | Half Marathon | BUFFALO -- Hyatt Hotel, Two Fountain Plaza, Buffalo. Registration available at the website. | Greg Weber, Rich Clark | Web | NY15301JJ | |
| May 30 Sunday 06:30 AM | Buffalo Marathon Weekend: Marathon | Marathon | BUFFALO -- Hyatt Hotel, Two Fountain Plaza, Buffalo. Registration available at the website. | Greg Weber, Rich Clark | Web | NY15303JJ | |
| May 30 Sunday 08:00 AM | Cassadaga Lakes Running Festival | Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, 1 Mile | CASSADAGA -- Cassadaga Beach on Park Avenue, Cassadaga, NY 14718. See the for details. | Tonia Wilson, Mark Wilson 716.353.1288 914.466.9214 | Web | ||
| JUNE 2021 | |||||||
| Date | Race Name | Distance | Details | Phone | Web | Certified | |
| Jun 01 Tuesday 08:00 AM | VIRTUAL ONLY Resurgence 5K/ 10K/ Half Marathon | Half Marathon, 10K, 5K | MAKE YOUR VIRTUAL RUN BETWEEN APRIL 1 AND JUNE 5 BUFFALO -- Resurgence Brewing Co., 55 Chicago St, Buffalo, NY 14204. Virtual Resrugence Races. 5K, 10K, Half Marathon. Make your run between April 1 and June 5. See the registraion web site for info. You can register on-line. | Anne Horan | Web | NY20002JJ | |
| Jun 05 Saturday 08:00 AM | Silver Serpent Multisport Festival 5K | 5K | SILVER LAKE -- Asbury Camp & Retreat Center, 16 Lakeside Ave, Silver Lake, NY 14549. The in-person individual 5K race is part of the festival of events. See the organizer's web page or the reg page for mor info. | Bert Gallmon 585.483.0801 | Web | ||
| Jun 06 Sunday 07:00 AM | Lake Wilhelm Marathon | Marathon, Half Marathon | SANDY LAKE, PA -- Lake Wilhelm Marina, 540 Lake Wilhelm Rd, Sandy Lake, PA 16145. The Lake Wilhelm Marathon & Half Marathon takes place along the stunning shores of one of Pennsylvania’s largest lakes! Known for its Bald Eagle viewing, expansive lake views, and scenic bike path, One loop on the John C. Oliver path for the Half Marathon and two loops for the Marathon. Windo starts, chip net timing. | Wolf Creek Race Management 724-831-9485 | Web | PENDING | |
| Jun 12 Saturday 08:00 AM | Albion Strawberry Festival | 5K, 8K | ALBION -- Orleans County Courthouse, Corners of State & Main Streets in Albion, NY 14411. The Festival is cancelled but 2021 is a GO for this live running event! Run through the Village of Albion and along the Erie Canal. You can register online | Bert Gallmon 585.483.0801 | Web | ||
| Jun 12 Saturday 10:00 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 and 1-Mile fun walk. Hot dogs, Beer, Pop, (outside) post-race party for all runners, walkers & friends. 5-year age groups through 85+. 75 and older are always free! Moved to June for this year only. 10am start instead of 11am. | Tim Zelasko 716.380.0231 716.634.3660 | Web | NY18003JJ | |
| Jun 12 Saturday 07:40 PM | CANCELLED Rochester Mile | 1 Mile | CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19. WILL BE BACK IN 2022!  USATF NATIONAL MASTERS 1 MILE CHAMPIONSHIP. ROCHESTER -- 115 South Ave, Rochester, NY US 14604. The Mile utilizes the course of cycling's Twilight Criterium. Athletes will compete in separate 1-mile races (Elite Women's and Elite Men's and Amateur divisions). The highlight of the evening being the Elite Women’s race (with a purse of $2500) and an Elite Men’s race (also with a purse of $2500). Come see some of the fastest runners in the Northeast compete on the streets of the City of Rochester! To run you must have run a qualifying time. Qualifying times are as follows: Men’s Elite: 4:30 or faster mile; Women’s Elite: 5:30 or faster mile. Equivalent 1500 meter and 1600 meter times will be accepted. No qualifying time required for the amateur division. Qualifying times must be run on or after May 11, 2020. See the event website You can register here. | Mike Nier | Web | NY17116KL | |
| Jun 13 Sunday 10:00 AM | CANCELLED Frederick Garrasi III 5K Memorial Run | 5K and 1 Mile Walk | WE MUST CANCEL FOR MAXIMUM SAFETY. WE PLAN TO BE BACK IN 2022. ANGOLA -- Lake Erie Beach Volunteer Fire Department, 9483 Lake Shore Rd, Angola, NY 14006. 5K Run, and new this year: 1 Mile Walk. The run/walk memorializes Frederick Garrasi III. Fred was killed in a tragic motorcycle accident in 2013. All proceeds benefit the Frederick Garrasi III Memorial Fund, providing scholarships to graduating seniors at Lake Shore Central High School, as well as benefitting other various organizations in honor of Freddy. Visit FGIII5K.com for more information and to register. | Fred and Renee Garrasi, Jr. 716.549.8457 | Web | NY15901JJ | |
| Jun 17 Thursday 07:00 PM | Victorianbourg Estate Trail Run | 5K | WILSON -- Victorianbourg Wine Estate, 4402 East Lake Rd, Wilson, NY 14172. Niagara Wine Trail Running Series Limited to 150 live race participants. All finishers receive a custom wine bottle finisher medal plus keepsake stemless wine glass with series logo and winery name. Beautiful and scenic 5K course through the vineyard property. Post race celebration includes light food/snack, complimentary glass of wine (must be 21 or older), music, and awards to top overall male & female. 5-yr age groups through 80+. | Paul Beatty 716.998.5777 | Web | ||
| Jun 18 Friday 07:00 PM | St. Gregory The Great Great Race | 5K | WILLIAMSVILLE -- 100 St. Gregory Court (Maple Rd, between Hopkins and Ayer), Williamsville NY 14221. Tentative event information for 2021: Race starts at 7:00 PM. Awards in 5-yr age groups thru 80+. One-Mile fun walk. Beer, pop, childrens activities. T-Shirts. | Cheryl Bertovich, Allegra Perna 716.866.2042 716.983.5329 | Web | NY12016JG | |
| Jun 19 Saturday 10:00 AM | Trooper Brinkerhoff 5K | 5K and 10K | BOSTON -- Boston Town Park, NY. Day-of-race registration and chip pick-up begins at 8:00 AM Saturday. Kid’s Run starts at 9:30 AM, races/walk at 10:00 AM and post race events to follow: food, drink, music, prizes and beer. | Mike Brinkerhoff 716.604.8949 716.648.0019 | Web | NY10016JG | |
| Jun 19 Saturday 01:00 PM | Rochester Juneteenth 5K Run/Walk | 5K | ROCHESTER -- Genesee Valley Park, Riverbend Shelter, 1000 East River Rd, Rochester NY 14623. 5th Annual 5K race to commemorate the end of slavery. Beautiful certified course along the Genesee River. Light food & refreshments served after the race. Professional timing & finish line services by RMS including music, finish line photos, custom certificates, and more. Live race limited to 200 participants. Virtual options are also available. Funds raised will support the construction of Rochester's Historic Civil Rights Heritage Site at Badan Park. | Gloria Johnson-Hovey 585.775.5599 | Web | NY14904KL | |
| Jun 24 Thursday 07:00 PM | Arrowhead Spring Vineyards Trail Run | 5K | LOCKPORT -- Arrowhead Spring Vineyards, 4746 Town Line Rd, Lockport, NY 14094. Niagara Wine Trail Running Series Limited to 150 live race participants. All finishers receive a custom wine bottle finisher medal plus keepsake stemless wine glass with series logo and winery name. Beautiful and scenic 5K course through the vineyard property. Post race celebration includes light food/snack, complimentary glass of wine (must be 21 or older), music, and awards to top overall male & female. 5-yr age groups through 80+. | Paul Beatty 716.998.5777 | Web | ||
| Jun 26 Saturday 07:30 AM | Enchanted Mountains Half Marathon | Half Marathon, 5K | LITTLE VALLEY -- Ellicottville Brewing Company - Little Valley, 202 Second St, Little Valley, NY US 14755. The out-and-back courses utilize a railway bed converted to the Pat McGee Trail and is flat and fast, only 125 feet of elevation gain for the entire Half Marathon. The trail traverses scenic Cattaraugus County in the Towns and Villages of Little Valley and New Albion. Start waves will be assigned based on estimated finish times to minimize overlapping runners and passing. | Doug Bush 716.499.2300 | Web | ||
| JULY 2021 | |||||||
| Date | Race Name | Distance | Details | Phone | Web | Certified | |
| Jul 11 Sunday 10:00 AM | Bella Rose Vineyard & Winery Trail Run | 5K | LEWISTON -- Bella Rose Vineyard & Winery, 1243 Ridge Rd, Lewiston, NY 14092. Niagara Wine Trail Running Series Limited to 150 live race participants. All finishers receive a custom wine bottle finisher medal plus keepsake stemless wine glass with series logo and winery name. Beautiful and scenic 5K course through the vineyard property. Post race celebration includes light food/snack, complimentary glass of wine (must be 21 or older), music, and awards to top overall male & female. 5-yr age groups through 80+. | Paul Beatty 716.998.5777 | Web | ||
| Jul 17 Saturday 09:00 AM | Laurel Memorial Run | 8K | SILVER CREEK -- Silver Creek Village Square, corner of Central Avenue and Main Street (Route 20). Silver Creek is 3 miles west of NYS Thruway exit 58. Cash awards to top 3 male/female finishers in the 8K. Recognition to top finisher(s) in 5-year age groups. Team awards. Proceeds of this event support people with developmental disabilities. | Steve Waterson 716.661.4735 | Web | NY12055JG | |
| Jul 17 Saturday 09:30 AM | Character Chase 5K | 5K | HAMBURG -- The Village of Hamburg, NY. Certified course through the beautiful tree lined streets of the Village of Hamburg. T-shirts to the first 250 registrants. Awards for top male/female, team challenge and age groups. Post party @ Carte Blanche with music. Register online or day of race registration at the Union Pleasant Elementary School starting at 7:30 AM (150 Pleasant Ave, Hamburg NY 14075). You can register on-line. | Sue Santandreu 716.649.2058 | Web | NY14082JG | |
| Jul 17 Saturday 06:00 PM | St. Mary’s 5K Chowder Chase | 5K Run, 3K Walk | EAST AMHERST -- St Mary’s Church of Swormville, 6919 Transit Road, East Amherst, NY 14051. NEW DATE! Saturday evening 5K run/3k walk! Runners and families are invited to stick around for hotdogs, hamburgers, live entertainment, kid's activities and more. More details to follow – so please check back. | Tim Marren 716.361.6341 | NY16041JJ | ||
| Jul 18 Sunday 02:00 PM | TRAVEL OP Telegraph Road Race | 0:14:18 | PERU -- Rulfs Orchard, 531 Bear Swamp Road (NY-422), Peru, NY 12972. Run as far as you can while listening to the song Telegraph Road by Dire Straits (14 minutes and 18 seconds). The Race is Free to enter, optional donations can be made to Footsteps of WNY at the race. | Herman Van Leeuwen 716.261.7880 | Web | ||
| Jul 22 Thursday 07:00 PM | Freedom Run Winery Trail Run | 5K | LOCKPORT -- Freedom Run Winery, 5138 Lower Mountain Rd, Lockport, NY 14094. Niagara Wine Trail Running Series Limited to 150 live race participants. All finishers receive a custom wine bottle finisher medal plus keepsake stemless wine glass with series logo and winery name. Beautiful and scenic 5K course through the vineyard property. Post race celebration includes light food/snack, complimentary glass of wine (must be 21 or older), music, and awards to top overall male & female. 5-yr age groups through 80+. | Paul Beatty 716.998.5777 | Web | ||
| Jul 24 Saturday 07:00 PM | Kinzua 5K | 5K | MOUNT JEWITT, PA -- Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Road, Mount Jewett, PA US 16740. Window start. Chip net timing. The course is an out and back on the scenic Knox Kane Rail Trail. The race starts & finishes steps from the spectacular Kinzua Skywalk. All participants receive a performance shirt and drawstring bag! Medals will be given to the Top 3 overall male and female finishers, plus the top 3 finishers in each 10-year age group. | Wolf Creek Race Management 724-831-9485 | Web | ||
| Jul 25 Sunday 08:00 AM | Kinzua Half Marathon | Half MarathonTrail | MOUNT JEWITT, PA -- Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Road, Mount Jewett, PA US 16740. The course is an out and back on the scenic Knox Kane Rail Trail. The race starts & finishes steps from the spectacular Kinzua Skywalk. All participants receive a performance shirt, finisher medal, and drawstring bag! In addition, medals will be given to the Top 3 overall male and female finishers plus the top 3 finishers in each 10-year age group. | Wolf Creek Race Management 724-831-9485 | Web | ||
| Jul 25 Sunday 10:00 AM | The Winery at Marjim Manor Trail Run | 5K | APPLETON -- The Winery at Marjim Manor, 7171 Lake Rd, Appleton NY 14008. Niagara Wine Trail Running Series Limited to 150 live race participants. All finishers receive a custom wine bottle finisher medal plus keepsake stemless wine glass with series logo and winery name. Beautiful and scenic 5K course through the vineyard property. Post race celebration includes light food/snack, complimentary glass of wine (must be 21 or older), music, and awards to top overall male & female. 5-yr age groups through 80+. | Paul Beatty 716.998.5777 | Web | ||
| Jul 28 Wednesday 06:30 PM | HYBRID VIRTUAL EVENT(S) Ronald McDonald House | 5K | BUFFALO -- Ronald McDonald House, 780 West Ferry St., Buffalo. Details being developed… including special pandemic safer location at Buffalo's Outer Harbor for this year only. | Sally Vincent 716.883.1177 | Web | NY19018JJ | |
| AUGUST 2021 | |||||||
| Date | Race Name | Distance | Details | Phone | Web | Certified | |
| Aug 01 Sunday 07:16 AM | Run716 | 15K and 3-Person Relay | QUALITY AIMS MEMBER RACE EVENT! 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! | Larry Brownell, Rich Meyers 716.863.4747 | Web | USA2017114 NY17006JJ | |
| Aug 01 Sunday 10:00 AM | Chateau Niagara Winery Trail Run | 5K | NREFANE -- Chateau Niagara Winery, 2466 West Creek Road, Newfane, NY 14108. Niagara Wine Trail Running Series Limited to 150 live race participants. All finishers receive a custom wine bottle finisher medal plus keepsake stemless wine glass with series logo and winery name. Beautiful and scenic 5K course through the vineyard property. Post race celebration includes light food/snack, complimentary glass of wine (must be 21 or older), music, and awards to top overall male & female. 5-yr age groups through 80+. | Paul Beatty 716.998.5777 | Web | ||
| Aug 07 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 | ||
| Aug 07 Saturday 08:30 AM | Swain Mountain Race | 5.5 Miles | SWAIN, NY -- Swain Resort, 2275 Co Rd 24, Swain, NY 14884. Limited to 100 entries. Over 2700 feet of elevation gain run on the Swain Ski Resort. Cash prizes. The race is the 2021 USATF Niagara Open and Masters Mountain Championships. You can register on-line. | Eric Boyce | Web | ||
| Aug 07 Saturday 06:00 PM | Checker’s Athletic Club Mueller Mile | 1 Mile | BUFFALO -- In Buffalo near Bidwell Pkwy and Potomoc Ave. New Buffalo location, fantastic new fast road course! ALL Runners welcomee! Fun run: 6:00 PM, Open mile: 6:30 PM, Elite females: 6:50 PM. Elite males: 7:00 PM. Cash prizes! 1st Place: $250. 1st Masters: $100. Beer for adult team winners, Runners Roost gift certificates for youth team winners. Live music, craft beer, healthy refreshments, pizza, awards. More details to follow... | Sam Legierski 716.946.7870 | Web | PENDING | |
| Aug 13 Friday 07:00 PM | Schulze Vineyard & Winery Trail Run | 5K | BURT -- Schulze Vineyard & Winery, 8503 Lower Lake Road., Barker NY 14012. Niagara Wine Trail Running Series Limited to 150 live race participants. All finishers receive a custom wine bottle finisher medal plus keepsake stemless wine glass with series logo and winery name. Beautiful and scenic 5K course through the vineyard property. Post race celebration includes light food/snack, complimentary glass of wine (must be 21 or older), music, and awards to top overall male & female. 5-yr age groups through 80+. | Paul Beatty 716.998.5777 | Web | ||
| Aug 18 Wednesday 08:00 PM | 35th Annual Moonlight Run | 5K | WILLIAMSVILLE -- Island Park Pavilion, Behind Village Hall, 5583 Main St., Williamsville, NY. Some details and final authorization pending… Bib pickup may be at the Island Park in the Village of Williamsville, behind the Village Hall on Main Street. The race starts at Glen Avenue at N. Cayuga. | Larry Brownell 716.863.4747 | Web | NY11019JG | |
| Aug 22 Sunday 11:00 AM | Black Bird Cider Works Trail Run | 5K | BARKER -- Black Bird Cider Works, 2090 Coomer Rd., Burt NY 14028. Niagara Wine Trail Running Series Limited to 150 live race participants. All finishers receive a custom wine bottle finisher medal plus keepsake stemless wine glass with series logo and winery name. Beautiful and scenic 5K course through the vineyard property. Post race celebration includes light food/snack, complimentary glass of wine (must be 21 or older), music, and awards to top overall male & female. 5-yr age groups through 80+. | Paul Beatty 716.998.5777 | Web | ||
| Aug 28 Saturday 08:00 AM | Muddy Buffalo Obstacle Course Run | 5 Mile OCR | COLDEN -- Buffalo Ski Club, 7414 State Rd Rt 240, Colden NY 14033. Obstacle course race and Adventure. You can registser on-line. | Joseph Bow 716.444.8351 | Web | ||
| Aug 29 Sunday 10:00 AM | Spring Lake Winery | 5K | LOCKPORT -- Spring Lake Winery, 7373 Rochester Rd, Lockport, NY 14094. Niagara Wine Trail Running Series Limited to 150 live race participants. All finishers receive a custom wine bottle finisher medal plus keepsake stemless wine glass with series logo and winery name. Beautiful and scenic 5K course through the vineyard property. Post race celebration includes light food/snack, complimentary glass of wine (must be 21 or older), music, and awards to top overall male & female. 5-yr age groups through 80. | Paul Beatty 716.998.5777 | Web | ||
| SEPTEMBER 2021 | |||||||
| Date | Race Name | Distance | Details | Phone | Web | Certified | |
| Sep 03 Friday 06:30 PM | Tom Donnelly Hall of Fame 5K | 5K | BUFFALO -- Elmwood & Bidwell, Buffalo NY. Fast, 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 | NY17013JJ | |
| Sep 10 Friday 06:30 PM | Brothers of Mercy Oktoberfest Fest 5K | 5K | CLARENCE -- Brothers of Mercy, 4520 Ransom Rd., Clarence NY. Two events on one evening! 5K Run start time is 6:30 PM. The Oktoberfest event is from 4:30 PM to 10:00 PM. Post-race party. Awards in age groups thru 85+. Walkers welcome. | Alisa Tiburzi 716.759.6985 x 353 | Web | NY12077JG | |
| Sep 11 Saturday 09:00 AM | Allegheny River Running Fest | Half Marathon, 10K | 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 also available. | Erica Dreher 716.372.4433 | Web | ||
| Sep 25 Saturday 08:00 AM | Amish Country Running Festival | Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, 1 Mile | RANDOLPH -- 122 Church Street, Randolph, NY, 14772. The only running event that travels through the largest Old Order Amish Community in the United States! You can register on-line. | Tonia Wilson, Mark Wilson 716.353.1288 | Web | ||
| OCTOBER 2021 | |||||||
| Date | Race Name | Distance | Details | Phone | Web | Certified | |
| Oct 02 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 | NY14010JG | ||
| Oct 02 Saturday 09:00 AM | Mighty Niagara Half Marathon | Half Marathon | LEWISTON -- Race starts at Artpark in Lewiston and finishes at Porter-On-The-Lake overlooking Lake Ontario in Youngstown. Free shuttle service back to starting 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. | Paul Beatty 716.998.5777 | NY14085JG | ||
| Oct 03 Sunday 07:45 AM | HYBRID VIRTUAL EVENT(S) Wineglass Marathon | Marathon, Half Marathon, 8K, 5K | CORNING -- Corning NY. Hybrid events: Live in-person races or virtual races. Bus transportation to the start line. SEE THE WEB SITE FOR DETAILS | 607.654.7601 | Web | NY15016JG NY15017JG | |
| Oct 10 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 detrails and to register. | Web | IL18025NM | ||
| Oct 10 Sunday 07:30 AM | Belmar Bridge Half Marthon | Half Marathon | FRANKLIN, PA -- Sandy Creek Trail, Mid Point Trail Head, Belmar Bridge Trailhead, Franklin, PA. The race course begins and ends at the Belmar Bridge, a 1385 foot long bridge spanning the Allegheny River. | Wolf Creek Race Management 724-831-9485 | Web | ||
| Oct 21 Thursday 08:50 AM | The 125th Boston Marathon | Marathon | SCHEDULED FOR BOTH VIRTUAL AND IN-PERSON RACING. DETAILS YET TO BE DETERMINED BOSTONBOSTON, 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 start - 1st wave leaves at 8:50. | BAA | Web | MA14012RN | |
| Oct 23 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 | NY14135JG NY14134JG | |
| NOVEMBER 2021 | |||||||
| Date | Race Name | Distance | Details | Phone | Web | Certified | |
| Nov 13 Saturday 11:00 AM | Lindsay’s Legacy Run | 5K | TONAWANDA -- Clinton Park, Clinton and Broad Streets, Tonawanda. Awards: 5-year increments though 80+. Huge basket raffle, food and drinks a'plenty! | Bonnie MacIver-Mariani 716.695.7406 | Web | NY15032JJ | |