Half Marathon Event Details
The same course as last year. The marathon, half marathon and relay teams all start and finish in the same location. Our course is fast and scenic, showcasing the beauty of Western New York's waterfront. It highlights some of our friendliest neighborhoods, finest architecture and famous Olmsted parks.
All Half Marathon runners will receive the official Buffalo Marathon technical shirt along with a race packet filled with free products and valuable coupons.
All half marathon runners who finish receive a commemorative half marathon finisher’s medal designed after the Buffalo nickel.
Fruit and refreshments will be provided for all runners at the finish line. An award ceremony and post-race party will be held at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center from 8:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. A location map will be included in your race packet.
Start Times
All participants in the half marathon should plan to be at the starting line at least 30 minutes before the start of the race.
The announcer will go over important race details that you will need to know. Also, you will need time to use the facilities and find the appropriate place in the starting corral based on your anticipated finish time. Port-o-Johns will be available at the starting line and relay check points.
7 a.m. – Marathon, Half Marathon and Relay Teams
Race begins on Pearl Street, one block north of the Hyatt Regency Hotel, Two Fountain Plaza, Buffalo, NY, 14202. The race finishes in front of the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center, 153 Franklin Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202, which is located one block west of the Hyatt Regency Hotel.
Half Marathon 13.1 miles
The Buffalo Half Marathon will start with the marathon, and travel the first half of the marathon course. The half marathon features a relatively flat and fast course, great volunteer support and a scenic view of downtown’s waterfront and its major landmarks. The course has been designed for our athletes to enjoy views of Lake Erie, LaSalle Park, HSBC Arena-Home of the Buffalo Sabres, and many other Buffalo highlights.
Official times of the 13.1-mile competitive foot race are maintained for 3 hours.
All half marathon runners will receive the official Buffalo Marathon technical shirt, along with a race packet filled with free products and valuable coupons.
Course Closure
Course will be closed for traffic for 3 hours at the half way point. Any participants planning to take longer than 3 hours for the half marathon could be asked to finish on the sidewalks.
Ideal Weather
Our weather is one of our most desirable features. Buffalo is very moderate at this time of year, making for ideal marathon running conditions. The average temperature for May 27 is 61ºF/16ºC. The average high is 70ºF/21ºC. The average low is 51ºF/10ºC.
Entry Fee
$40 through January 1, 2012
$45 through May 1, 2012
$50 through May 25, 2012
$60 at expo on May 26, 2012
$70 on race day between 5:30 am - 6:30 am
Register by February 1, receive a free In-Training Shirt.
Registration
Packet pickup for pre-registered runners, late registering runners and all relay teams will be held at the Buffalo Marathon Expo, at the Buffalo Convention Center, on Saturday, May 28, from 9 am thru 4 pm.
Registration will also be held on race day at the Buffalo Convention Center, Sunday, May 29, from 5:30 am until 6:30 am.
The disposable ChampionChip
Same day accurate results will be available using the disposable ChampionChip® for timing. This simple system will make your finish line experience easy. Cross the finish line - keep your chip - head for the post race celebration. Each runner can now dispose of their own chip, or keep it as a souvenir of that new personal best time. Results will be posted during the free post race party in the Buffalo Convention Center, and later online at http://score-this.com/results.html.
Half marathoner will receive a split at the 10K and 20K mark.
