13 events in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania

Withrow Warrior 5K – Jerrod Withrow Memorial

Race starts at 10:30am | All donations go to the Withrow family

Join us for the Withrow Warrior 5K, a powerful and meaningful race honoring the life and legacy of Jerrod Withrow. Jerrod was the friend, son, brother, uncle, father, and husband all men should aspire to be and he was taken from us far too soon. This race honors the person that he was, the life that he lived, and the service that he provided to others.

Jerrod was always the friendliest person in the room — the one making everyone laugh, putting people at ease, and lifting the energy around him. At the same time, he was one of the hardest workers you’d ever meet, constantly pushing himself to work harder, go farther, and become better.

On race day, that’s exactly what we look for.

Show up. Smile. Have a laugh.

And when it’s time, dig deep and see what you’re capable of.

This event is built for runners chasing PRs, first-time racers showing up courageously, and a community that believes in running for something bigger than a finish time.

Race Location

The race starts and finishes at Helicon Brewing

📍 102 Union Avenue, Oakdale, PA

Course Details

This is a true out-and-back 5K on the scenic Panhandle Trail:

Run 1.55 miles toward McDonald, turn around, and head back

The trail becomes paved at the 0.8-mile mark, making this a fast, smooth course

We run all of our races in the same direction, allowing runners to come back year after year and keep chasing faster times

PRs Welcome 🔔

This race introduces our NEW PR Bell & PR Award:

Run your fastest-ever 5K at one of our races and earn a PR Pin

First race ever? That counts — you get a pin just for showing up

Every PR finisher gets the chance to ring the bell

Rilyn’s Way 🤍

Rilyn Nicole Hughes was a beautiful 7-year-old girl who lived just a mile or two down the road from our race. After courageously fighting Neuroblastoma for five and a half years, Rilyn passed away just a few weeks ago surrounded by those who loved her.

Before she passed, we announced that we would designate the final half mile of all our races in her honor. We have officially named this last section of every race “Rilyn’s Way”.

You will see a sign installed along the trail at the ½-mile-to-go mark. Please feel free to stop, take a picture, or use Rilyn’s strength and spirit to help you finish strong.

Race Perks:

High-quality race shirts (included and always a runner favorite)

Finisher medals for all 5K participants

Dream Caffeine on site serving their incredible coffee ☕️

Whether you’re racing for a PR, honoring those we’ve lost, or simply showing up to be part of something meaningful, the Withrow Warrior 5K is a race built on purpose, strength, and community.

Run fast. Ring the bell. Remember why you run.

Join us for the 2026 season with the first Sunday Run Day Kickoff on March 22nd!

When: March 22, 2026 at 11:00am

Where: The Leaning Cask Brewing Company

Race Format: You can choose between the pre-routed 5K (3.1 miles) or 1 mile. Runners of all abilities welcome.

Race Details: Check-in/registration will take place starting at 10:40am in the back of the brewery- in the lot behind the building. The starting line will also start on Lincoln Road so we recommend parking in this back lot.

5K and 1 miles routes will be marked with turning arrows at each turn as you navigate through Springdale. You can run, jog, walk - whatever you like as long as you're moving.

After you finish, join us inside the pub for a free beer on us (only for those 21+) and toast your fitness victory!

Please keep in mind this is a fun run, which means we don't take competition too seriously. Our goal is to encourage healthy exercise and community...and of course beer - burn those calories so you have more room for beer!

REGISTER NOW to guarantee a spot!

Support the South Hills Children's Choir for a song. Run/walk the beautiful Panhandle Trail and let your pavement pounding give more kids a chance to sing!

Soles for Songs 5K is an out-n-back 5K in Southwestern PA on the Panhandle rail-trail located at Helicon Brewing in Oakdale. All proceeds benefit the non-profit South Hills Children's Choir's scholarship fund. Move your feet to help them keep the beat!

With cool early spring temperatures, and a flat out-n-back, this is a great event to set a 5K PR!

Cost:

Early registration on, or before, 03/06/26: $30.00 (+ processing fee)

Late registration after 03/06/26: $40.00 (+ processing fee)

Parking:

Free parking in the Helicon Brewing paved lot with additional parking on the grass located on the left and right of the Helicon Brewing entrance (see parking & registration map below).

Registration & Packet Pickup:

Registration and packet pickup starts at 8:00 AM on race day. The race starts at 9:00 AM. Online registration closes on 3/27 at noon, but cash-only registration is available at the day of the event.

Rules:

This event will be held on a public rail-trail, and the course will be shared by both participants and non-participants during the event. As such:

1. Please share the trail. Please keep to the right side of the trail, keeping no more than two abreast

2. Children, pets and strollers are welcome, but please keep room on your left to allow others to pass

3. Please do not litter and pick up after your pets

4. Please let the race organizer or timing person know if you don't finish

5. No bikes please

6. Please have your bib visible on the front of your body

7. Have fun!

Swag:

Early registrants will receive a t-shirt and a "goodies" bag. Late registrants will not be guaranteed a shirt and/or bag.

Restrooms:

The restrooms in the Helicon Brewing building will be available.

Aid Stations:

The aid station at the start/finish will have water and other food items for participants. There will be a water-only aid station at the 0.8 & 2.3 mile marking at the Scotch Hill Road crossing.

Course:

5K out-n-back on crushed limestone of the Panhandle Trail (see Course below).

Food:

Helicon Brewing (heliconbrewing.com) opens @ 11 am and they have a food truck. Also, within walking distance, there is The Diner, Pepperoncini's Pub & El Marro Restaurant.

Run historic 8th Avenue and join the post-race party with Golden Age Beer and Millie's Homemade Ice Cream in Homestead! Steel Valley Strides is proudly presented by First National Bank with Steel Valley Accelerator and GCXC Race Timing and Management.

With options for a flat, fast 5k (no, really this time!) or the untimed family 1 mile, this race has something for everyone. Stick around after for age group awards for the 5k and free ice cream for participants!

NEW WAYS TO WIN: Celebrate Steel Valley (Additional Details)

• Sign Up with a group! The largest registration group receives additional recognition and prizes from the Steel Valley Accellerator.

• Celebrate the historic contributions of folks from the Steel Valley by dressing up! Prizes sponsored by the Steel Valley Accellerator will be awarded for the best-dressed runners/walkers. Get a group together to represent your favorite Steel Valley contributor.

START TIME: 8:30am

Fast, Flat, Out & Back Course on the Panhandle Trail in Oakdale. Chip timed by Miles of Smiles Timing.

First 150 participants that sign up will receive a commemorative coffee mug. Double Swag options will get a coffee mug and pint glass.

Post Race Party Includes:- A pint of Craft Beer (your choice) from Helicon Brewing and a Food Truck food voucher from Pittsburgh Hummus Food Truck to all participants. F There is a chance the Food Truck may change.

Awards Top 3 Overall Male & Female, Top Masters Male & Female. Top 3 in each age groups Male & Female: 19- Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49. 50-59. 60 & over.

Join us for the Eighth Annual "Chase the Antelopes 5k & One-Mile Walk". This event will take place at Avonworth Middle School, home of the Antelopes! The 8th grade class will be organizing this event from start to finish, under the direction of their Civics Teacher and Cross Country Coaches. Students will be designing the t-shirt, creating unique medals and awards in their Technology Education classes, and contacting local businesses for sponsorship and donations. All proceeds will benefit the Hannah Milbert Memorial Fund.

See if you can catch the Antelopes on April 25th! The race will start and end on the high school track with a mostly-flat run through the Avonworth community neighborhoods.

Low entry fee of $20 until March 30th then $25. Race day registration (t-shirts no longer guaranteed) and packet pick-up will be available starting at 8:00 a.m. at Lenzner Field. Participant parking is at Avonworth Middle School/High School Campus. Do NOT park in the fire lanes.

Check out our student-designed & managed website: 2026 Chase the Antelopes

Hosted by the PA Tourette Syndrome Alliance Inc. which provides information, education, support and disability advocacy for individuals with Tourette syndrome and their family members.

Race will be on the Panhandle Trail, Collier Twp. near Walkers Mill Rd. entrance. Extra parking at Collier Municipal Lot.

Race registration starts at 8 am. 5k starts at 9 am and 1 mile starts at 9:10

Awards for 5K--1st, 2nd & 3rd overall for both male and female. First place finisher awards in male/female for the following age categories: Under 14, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Last day to order a shirt in your size is May 1st

TO SEE SPONSOR LEVELS FOR THIS RACE CLICK HERE

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