From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find virtual events and connect with the local endurance sports community.
WELCOME FRIENDS!! It is time to LOVE BOLD!
Please join The Make Lemon Aide Foundation for CP at our annual 5K and One Mile honorary CP Walk/Run/Roll on Sunday, June 7th! Join the foundation in amplifying the message of hope and strength, as we are making the event bigger and better - Let's LOVE BOLD together. We are excited to share that we have been providing a decade of support to Children and Adults living with Cerebral Palsy! We are back again this year and beautiful Terminal B at the Outer Harbor for an inclusive day family friendly fun-filled event that honors our CP Warriors!
Whether you have CP, love someone with CP, lost someone you love with CP, or are a supporter of CP at Laps of Love you can show your role at the race and be celebrated for the important role you play!
We are excited to announce our 2026 Laps of Love Ambassador -Bryce Bilson! Be sure to look out for our friend wearing the green sash!
The 5K is accessible and truly beautiful walk or run along the Outer Harbor Lake Erie. In addition the pre & post-race activities will be at the new Terminal B Amphitheatre on paved ground.
You may register for the 5K or 1 Mile walk on the day of the event SUNDAY, JUNE 7th before the races begin starting at 9:30am.
Online registration closes on June 4th to ensure our timing company has all the correct information for smooth race day!
T-Shirts are only guaranteed to registrants who are registered by May 15th. After that we stop collecting shirt sizes and shirts may be available at a first come first serve basis while supplies last.
You can choose to run, walk, or roll to support the Make Lemon Aide Foundation for Cerebral Palsy. Our goal is to raise $180,000 to support our physical therapy grant program that expands access to the First Step Recovery Model in Buffalo, N.Y.
HOW IT WORKS: Join the movement to walk/run/roll volunteer or sponsor!
Register for Laps of Love! You can register multiple people at once! Tell your friends and family to join your team!
If you like...Create a TEAM or Fundraiser to celebrate your CP Warrior, a fundraiser page, set your fundraising goal, and share your story about why you are raising money for individuals with Cerebral Palsy! It takes an army of good hearts!
Returning Teams: Captains please renew your team and then invite your friends and family to join!
You are guaranteed to see tons of smiling faces!!
If participating virtually, get out there and walk/run/roll with your family, furry friends, and neighbors! We encourage you to post photos with the hashtag #LapsOfLove2026 for both the 1-mile and 5k.
Important Information: please note these details and Early Bird Pricing
EARLY PACKET PICKUP - TBD depending on concert schedule at Outer Harbor.
PACKET PICKUP (Shirts and race bibs) will be available starting at 9:30AM on Race Day
Virtual Registrations outside of the WNY area will be sent their T-Shirts via USPS prior to June 7th if registered by May 15th
T-Shirts are only guaranteed if registered by May 15th then on a first come first serve basis until supplies last.
Start times: Rain or Shine
ONE MILE STARTS AT 12:00PM (Noon)
5K STARTS AT 1:00PM
POST RACE PARTY: 2PM-3PM
Pre-race activities begin at 11AM
The Incredible DJ Milk will be joining us to bring fantastic music, Todd Santos Meteorologist from Channel 4 News will be our Emcee, Award Ceremony, Signature Lemonaide stand, Sweet treats stand, individually wrapped finish line snacks, water, lemonade, Adults 21 years old and over will be given 2 beer tickets with registration. Chair Massages by the International Massage Institute, Balloon Brothers, Characters and Mascots and more and we finish planning! The Blend Food Truck will be on site in the morning serving protein shakes and bites and coffee be sure to start your day with the Blend! Food trucks for a more heartier bite post-race.
LOCATION ADDRESS: 901 Fuhrmann Blvd. Newly paved parking lot and we will have two golf carts to shuttle folks that need assistance!
Funds raised will be used to award therapy grants for First Step Symptom Recovery Model. We are truly thankful for your love and support!
lemon squeezes,
Team Lemon Aide x,o
Old 1st Ward Community Association
Shamrock Run: 48th Anniversary
SATURDAY MARCH 7th, 2026 @ 12:00 pm
8 km Run (4.97 MILES) USATF Course Certification Pending
Garment guaranteed to the first 3800 registered participants.
Sizes are chosen at Packet Pickup and are first come first served.
📅 Date: May 9th-10th
📍 Location: Delaware Park
⏱ Start Time: 11am-11am
🚶♂️🏃♀️ Run, Walk, Bike – Choose Your Challenge!
Registration is $25- This includes your 2026 event t-shirt
Join us for the Mind Over 24-Hour Run, a powerful endurance event dedicated to raising awareness for mental health and breaking the stigma surrounding it. Whether you're running for a loved one, pushing your own limits, or supporting the cause, every step makes an impact.
How It Works:
✅ Run, walk, bike, or rollerblade—any distance, any pace.
✅ Stay for an hour or for the full 24 hours
✅ Solo or with a team—compete for the most miles covered!
✅ Dedication laps to honor loved ones.
✅ Live DJ, community support, and epic energy throughout the event!
Registration Includes:
🎽 Official Mind Over T-Shirt
📸 Professional race photos
🥤 Recovery zone with hydration & nutrition
Why We Run:
This event supports the Mind Over Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to using fitness as a tool for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Every step you take helps us fund mental health programs, outreach efforts, and community support initiatives.
Ways to Get Involved:
💙 Register – Join us in person or virtually!
💸 Donate – Support our mission even if you can’t attend.
🤝 Fundraise – Create a team and rally your community!
🎤 Sponsorship – Partner with us to make a bigger impact.
Let’s push our limits, support each other, and show that mental health matters. Sign up today and be part of something bigger than the miles!
Miles for Migraine will host its 8th annual 2-mile Walk, 5K Run and Relax Buffalo event on Saturday June 27th at Delaware Park. This event is a fundraiser for Migraine & Headache Awareness, Treatment & Research. It's more than a walk/run - come connect with your local migraine & headache community, listen to our speakers & visit sponsors in the festival area.
The 5K run is professionally timed. The Walk and the Relax events are free, but donations are encouraged. All walk and run finishers receive a finisher medal.
Dress up in your best purple flair for a chance at a fun prize!
Funds raised will benefit Miles for Migraine free programs & services as well as the DENT Neurologic Institute and University at Buffalo to support local migraine research and fellowship training programs.
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