Buffalo Subaru 4 Mile Chase - 44th Annual
Fri, Jul 17, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT
- Distance
- 4 Mile
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
A lively summer evening 4-mile race in Buffalo, featuring championship competition, festive parties, and support for the ECMC Foundation.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Festive
- For a Cause
Fun
Competitive
Festive
For a CauseGreat for
- Kids & Youth
Kids & YouthJoin the 44th Annual Buffalo Subaru 4 Mile Chase, a beloved summer evening run in Buffalo's Elmwood Village. This event doubles as the 2026 USATF Niagara Association 4 Mile Road Championship, attracting competitive runners while also fostering a vibrant social atmosphere. Enjoy pre- and post-race parties with music, complimentary food, and refreshments. Your participation supports the ECMC Foundation, making it a run with purpose and community spirit.
What to expect
- Experience a 4-mile race that hosts the USATF Niagara Association Championship.
- Enjoy pre- and post-race parties with live music, complimentary food, and refreshments.
- Kids can join free races, and the first 750 entries receive a T-shirt.
Standout details
- USATF Niagara 4 Mile Championship
- Pre- and Post-Race Parties with Music
- Free Kids Races
- Benefits ECMC Foundation
Perks & features
- After-Party
After-PartyFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
From the organizer
The Buffalo Subaru Chase is back live and in person - Friday, July 17th @ 7pm
The social running event of the summer in the Elmwood Village
Donations to Benefit: ECMC FOUNDATION
Pre-Race Party • Music: 5:00 PM
• T-Shirts to the First 750 Entries • Free Kids Races • Couples Division • Very Deep Awards
Post-Race Party • Music:
Complimentary Food & Refreshments
USATF Niagara Association 4 Mile Road Championship:
Buffalo Subaru 4 Mile Chase is hosting the 2026 USATF Niagara Association Open and Masters 4 Mile Championships. To be eligible for USATF Niagara awards and scoring, you must be a current 2026 USATF Niagara member.
With the race being designated the 4 Mile Championship, this also includes being apart of the 2026 USATF Niagara Runner Of The Year Series and the USATF Niagara Team Grand Prix Series
RACE DAY • PACKET PICK-UP:
FRIDAY, JULY 17th: 2:30pm UNTIL RACE TIME - BIDWELL PKWY AT ELMWOOD AVE
• $40.00 U.S. Funds - Cash, Check, Credit Card, Canadian at daily bank rate • Pre-registered runners may pick up numbers and T-shirts on Bidwell Parkway next to 946 Elmwood Avenue • No refunds
Race Schedule:
The 43rd Running. Friday, July 17th, 2026 2:30 P.M. Registration and Expo begin. 5:00 P.M. Happy Hour / Live Music. 6:30 P.M. Elite Introductions and Pre-Race Instructions. 7:00 P.M. SHARP - RACE START.
KID’S RACES• AWARDS AND SURPRISES FOR ALL:
A special FREE Kids Race for boys & girls (5-6yr. olds, 30yds; 7-8yr. olds, 40 yds; 9-10yr. olds, 50 yds) will begin at 7pm. Register 5pm-6:30 on Bidwell Parkway