2026 Pittsburgh Parade Day Dash

Empowering the Teenage Runner Clinic powered by P3R

📍 P3R Track & Field Complex at the RMU Island Sports Center

📅 July 23 and 24 from 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

👟 First 60 registrants get a FREE PAIR OF BROOKS SHOES

This two-day run clinic is perfect for the athlete looking to take their running to the next level or someone just starting their fitness journey. Top coaches, sports performance experts, and prominent college athletes will lead this year's sessions.

This clinic incorporates both active and educational sessions. This way, you can learn ways to improve as a runner, then actually put them into practice and get instant feedback.

Sessions include: Long Run/Track Workout, Injury Prevention, Sweat Testing and Analysis, Nutrition and Hydration Strategies, Breathing Exercises, Mental Preparation, Running Form, Advice from Pro Runners, and more!

Keep your eyes peeled 👀! You will receive more information about guest speakers, schedules, and more via email in the weeks leading up to the clinic.

We invite you to participate in Passavant Hospital Foundation's 14th Annual 4K and 8K Run/Walk on Friday, August 07, 2026, at the North Park Pool Loop and Pie Traynor Field in Allison Park.

Join Us the very next morning on Saturday, August 08, 2026, at the UPMC Passavant Sportsplex at Graham Park in Cranberry for the 4th Family Wellness Run/Walk.

14th Annual 4K & 8K Run/Walk Details

Date: Friday, August 07, 2026

Location: North Park Pool Loop, the starting line will be set by the Harmar Pavilion near Pie Traynor Field.

Times: Race will start promptly at 6:00PM.

Arrive no later than 5:00PM before Allegheny County Police Shut Down the Road

This race will be TIMED by The Runner's High Timing Service

PETS ARE WELCOMED AT THE 4K/8K RUN/WALK

Fourth Annual Family Wellness Run/Walk Details

Date: Saturday, August 08, 2026

Time: 8:00AM Start

Location: UPMC Passavant Sportsplex at Graham Park in Cranberry Township - Soccer Fields

Starting Line is Under the UPMC Passavant Sportsplex Sign

Distance: 5K

This race will be TIMED by GCXC Race Timing & Management

Fifth Annual Kids Fun Run Race Details

Date: Saturday, August 08, 2026

Time: 9:00AM - immediately after the 5K Race.

Location: UPMC Passavant Sportsplex at Graham Park in Cranberry Township - Soccer Fields

Ages: 15 Months to 10 Year's Old

Requirements:

• Child must walk/run unassisted.

• A parent MUST be present while the child is running/walking either next to them helping run/walk or at the finish line

• We will have an identifier for each child and parent to wear to match.

Pricing for Each Race

• 4K Race: $30.00

• 8K Race: $30.00

• Family Wellness Race: $30.00

• Kid's Race: $10.00

• Legacy Runner: $50.00

• Participate in the 4K/8K on Friday and the 5K on Saturday

Registration Packet Pick Up

Details will be emailed to you once your register.

Award Categories

Awards will only be given out on Friday and Saturday

4K, 5K and 8K - Female's

Overall Winners - 1st, 2nd and 3rd Places

Age Categories - 1st, 2nd and 3rd Places

4K, 5K and 8K - Male's

Overall Winners - 1st, 2nd and 3rd Places

Age Categories - 1st, 2nd and 3rd Places

Group Awards to be given out. More Information To Come

Sponsorship Opportunities Available: Call 412-748-6641 or email [email protected] for more information.

About Us: Proceeds from the Run/Walk support UPMC Passavant, McCandless and Cranberry campuses, advancing the health and wellness for all in our community through education, outreach and grant making.

Refund Policy: All entry fees are non-refundable.

Kids of STEEL

Kids of STEEL is P3R’s free training program that helps motivate kids and their families to get moving. The program is unique – an official race provides a tangible goal for kids to work toward – and is currently available in more than 300 schools and community organizations in western Pennsylvania.

As part of this award-winning program, kids complete at least 25 training miles with their team in preparation for a family-friendly P3R event. Then they get to celebrate their hard work and join Pittsburgh’s dynamic running community.

• This Kids of STEEL Program registration is for participation at your site's practices. To register for the Chick-fil-A Pittsburgh Kids Marathon you must complete a separate registration here.

Are you ready to launch your running to the next level in 2026? Join us for the first ever Sidewinder in Montour Woods Conservation Area, with proceeds benefiting the Hollow Oak Land Trust*. Choose your distance: Half Marathon (hikers welcome), 20 Mile (hikers welcome), or the full 50K and expect a well-marked route, solid aid, and a welcoming first-year vibe.

Interested in volunteering at the race? Please fill out this form.

About the Course:

Typical Western PA trail conditions: twisty dirt singletrack with plenty of roots, windy switchbacks, and rocky sections that keep you on your toes. The course will consist of three parts: Liftoff, Orbit, and Final Approach.

Liftoff

Starting at Clearview Shelter in Moon Park, Liftoff is a 1.36 mile segment that will connect you from Moon Park to Montour Woods. Expect a nice flowy, downhill section connecting to a wooden boardwalk to start your race and ensure that all systems are go.

Orbit

Time to start into Orbit, consisting of a 9 mile loop around the Montour Woods Conservation Area. Orbit will take you through all the must-see sites in Montour Woods. You’ll cruise through the reclaimed concrete clearing of the old Nike missile site, pop out under the powerline, wind up and down and around the mountain, settle into a scenic stretch beside Meeks Run (with a waterfall spilling over rock ledges and a cave feature that feels like a hidden trail secret), and pass an old oil well tucked along the trail. Aid stations will be available approximately every 3-4 miles along the loop. One Orbit loop for the half marathon, two for the 20 milers, and three for those completing the 50K.

Final Approach

50K and Half Marathon: As the end of your journey draws near, you will climb into your Final Approach, a 2.87 mile, mostly double track loop around Moon Park. The loop gives you that perfect ending, knowing your journey is coming to a close and you're about to achieve your goal.

20 Mile: As the end of your journey draws near, you will climb back to the finish line, the same 1.36 segment as Liftoff but in reverse. An uphill push to the end, you'll be digging deep to finish strong and achieve your goal.

Vertical Gain per Distance:

50K: ~4500 ft

20 Mile: ~3200 ft

Half Marathon: ~1900 ft

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*Hollow Oak Land Trust partners with municipalities—including Moon and Robinson Townships, Coraopolis Borough, and the Avonworth Municipal Authority—to create interconnected greenways that link parks, conservation areas, and communities. These greenways serve as both wildlife corridors and trail connectors, expanding access to nature while protecting habitat and improving environmental resilience.

Swag

T-shirts are only guaranteed if you sign up by July 5, 2026.

Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers of each distance.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is the timing cut-off for the race? All three distances will have a cutoff of 10 hours.

Will the race be timed by a timing company? Yes, Miles of Smiles will be timing the event.

Are there nearby hotels? Yes, there are plenty of nearby hotels in both Robinson Township and Moon Township.

When will packet pick-up take place? We will provide more details on this later, but are anticipating packet pickup to be available the night before the race and the morning of.