Stop Drop and Run Fireman 5k

A Run Through the ‘Woods’ is fun neighborhood road race fundraiser for Hoover Elementary School Parent Teacher Association (PTA) in the Mt. Lebanon School District, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The run/walk takes place at the elementary school. The course goes through the scenic (and hilly) Cedarhurst Manor neighborhood of Mt. Lebanon hitting many of the ‘wood’ named streets. The event is competitive and fun for all ages and abilities. We offer a 5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk, Live Age group awards as well as sponsor filled goodie bags, photographers and water on the course, custom finisher medals, fun raffle baskets, and snacks at the finish line! Medical staff, and a police officer will be on site for the safety of all participants.

Hoover Elementary PTA strives to enhance the school experience for all students. The purpose of this event is to raise money to support educational programs throughout the year. We thank you for your support!

The South Fayette Glow Run is a charity 1 mile/5k race benefiting Four Diamonds. The Four Diamonds mission is to conquer childhood cancer by assisting children and their families through superior care, comprehensive support, and innovative research. Additional information on the Four Diamonds mission can be found here. The course is located on the South Fayette School District campus and is taking place May 30th, 2026. #FTK

The JR Taylor 5K is a family friendly event, run or walked on the Montour Trail. It begins 800 feet north of the trail’s J. R. Taylor Memorial Bridge over Clifton Road in Bethel Park, near Washington Elementary School and Al's Cafe.

We have special pricing of $15 for ages 17 and under!

We have chipped timing, t-shirts, medals, snacks, and door prizes and more!

Shirt and Bib Pickup is 4:30-6:00 PM on June 4th and 5th at the Bethel Park Community Center. You can also pick up prior to 8:00 AM at the race.

This race is chip timed by Wolf Creek Race Management

The 21th Annual “Sarris Candies Run for Alex” will be in Bentleyville on June 6, 2026 at 9am. It is a great event consisting of a 5 mile run, 2 mile run and 1 mile fun walk. All races will begin and end in front of the Bentworth High School (150 Bearcat Drive, Bentleyville PA 15314).

*There will be no race day registration. All participants must be registered by Friday June 5th, 2026. Online registration will close on Thursday June 4th at 11:59 pm. Late registration will be offered Friday night during packet pick up. Runners who are registered in advance will be able to pick up their packets on race morning but are strongly encouraged to pick up Friday night if able.

Packet pick up will be held on June 5th, 2026 from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm and June 6, 2026 from 7 am to 8:15 am in Bentworth High School parking lot.

Shirts guaranteed if registered by May 1st. A very limited amount will be available after May 1st. Make sure to register early to get a shirt in your size!

It will be another great day full of fun celebrating Alex's short but amazing life.

All proceeds benefit the From Alex with Love Foundation (a 501 (c) (3) non-profit)

Our annual 5k race will take place on June 13, 2026! If you are unable to attend in person, we are offering a virtual option again for this year.

In Person Event:

If you've attended our 5k in the past, it will be organized as our previous events were. If this is your first time, here's some info! Our course runs along Corrigan Drive. Our course starts near the black and yellow playground along Corrigan Drive, heads down toward Library Road past the ice rink and back to end near the starting line.

Registration fee includes a moisture-wicking t-shirt, timing chip, and race bib.

Virtual 5k Option:

If you are unable to attend in person, but want to support our cause, you may choose to register for our virtual 5k. You may complete your 5k at any time. We love seeing pictures of your events too, so please feel free to share them. During 2025, our virtual 5k drew participants from 25 different states across the country!

Registration fee includes a moisture-wicking t-shirt and race bib