Buffalo Short Track Championships

Mark your calendars for the 11th Annual Buffalo Short Track Championships - Saturday & Sunday, October 25th & 26th, 2025.

As the largest speedskating competition in the country, we look forward to hosting more than 175 athletes for this US Speedskating sanctioned ability meet and Heartland Racing Series kick-off event. Practice ice and check-in will take place Friday evening (Oct. 24th) with racing to follow on Saturday and Sunday.

ENTRY: Due to overwhelming interest in this event, we have moved to a new entry process based on a random Competition Draw that will provide an improved experience and maximize the number of skaters accommodated.

• August 3 — August 10: Interested skaters are able to sign-up for the Competition Draw on our website. 
• August 27: The Competition Draw will be held and drawn skaters will receive a registration offer.
• The number of competitors accepted in each division will be weighted based on the number of skaters present in the draw for each division.
• If one member of an immediate family (siblings and/or parents only) is drawn, all skaters in the drawing from the household will be accepted.
• All remaining interested skaters will be placed on the waitlist.
• September 3rd: Skaters receiving an offer must complete registration and payment by this date.

We understand this is a significant change from our previous registration process, which was no longer sustainable. We thank you in advance for your understanding and continued support. As in past years, we expect to host upwards of 180 skaters with an anticipated acceptance rate of more than 90%.

ACCOMODATIONS: Group rate room blocks have been arranged at the following nearby hotels. We encourage you to book early with the provided reservation links for the best rates. 

Hampton Inn Buffalo - Amherst1601 Amherst Manor Dr., Amherst, NY 14221 (3 min walk to venue)$219.00/night including breakfast - 80 rooms availableLast Day to Book: Friday, October 10, 2025
Hampton Inn Group Rate Reservation Link

Fairfield Inn and Suites Buffalo Amherst3880 Rensch Rd, Amherst, NY 14228 (5 min drive to venue)$179.00/night including breakfast - 30 rooms availableLast Day to Book: Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Fairfield Inn and Suites Group Rate Reservation Link*Note: you will need to update the arrival date to Friday, October 24th.
Comfort Inn and Suites Buffalo Airport4345 Genesee Street, Buffalo, NY 14225 (10 min drive to venue)$149.00/night including breakfast - 20 rooms availableLast Day to Book: Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Comfort Inn and Suites Group Rate Reservation Link

In order to host a successful meet we will require many volunteers. If you are interested in helping, please reach out to us - no experience necessary!

For complete, up-to-date Meet information, including photos and results from past years, please visit www.buffalospeedskating.org/buffalo-meet .

We are looking forward to welcoming you to Buffalo in a few short months!

Best regards,

Henry WithersMeet Director - Buffalo Short Track Championships
Acting Director - Heartland Racing SeriesHenry@BuffaloSpeedSkating.org
315.440.6764Meet Information