Buffalo Marathon & Half Marathon

Held in Buffalo, New York over Memorial Day Weekend, this race takes runners through the city's most significant landmarks and green spaces. The course winds past Lake Erie, the KeyBank Center, and Forest Lawn Cemetery, while showcasing parks designed by the legendary Frederick Law Olmsted. The setting captures Buffalo's waterfront character and downtown architecture, giving runners a tour of the city's heritage and natural areas in one event. The full marathon follows a flat to gently rolling course that stays low in elevation, barely climbing above 200 meters. Runners will find the terrain manageable and predictable, with enough gentle undulation to keep things interesting without delivering any brutal climbs. The trail surface and modest elevation gain make this a course where steady pacing and consistent effort will pay off, ideal for runners looking to chase a decent time or simply enjoy the run without fighting significant elevation changes.