Walk in McCandless, Pennsylvania | 2026-2027

Just A Short Run [runsignup.com]
Sat, Mar 28, 2026 at 8:30 AM

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Founded in 2001 to honor Sean T. Smith, who lost his battle with leukemia in 1995, Just A Short Run has helped raise tens of thousands of dollars to benefit local charities working to eradicate...

Founded in 2001 to honor Sean T. Smith, who lost his battle with leukemia in 1995, Just A Short Run has helped raise tens of thousands of dollars to benefit local charities working to eradicate leukemia and blood-borne cancers.

In 2025, we recommitted to Sean's legacy, launching a partnership with Cancer Bridges to help people diagnosed with cancer and their families and to support networks that help them navigate their cancer journey. In 2026, we are proud to continue this partnership!

Race founder, Kevin Smith (brother of Sean), along with the GCXC Race Timing Team, running friends and family from the former Elite Runners & Walkers run shop, along with a small army of volunteers from local youth groups, will help transform North Park into the course(s) for Just A Short Run. Back in its prime spot on the fourth Saturday in March, Just A Short Run is the perfect event to test your fitness or as your goal race. With distances of 5K, 8.1 Miles, 1/2 Marathon & 30K, this event will be your perfect spring marathon tune-up event and regularly draws runners from 30-40 states hoping to prepare for Pittsburgh's hilly terrain.

No matter why you run, this race is about much more than the run. The Just a Short Run community is vibrant, generous, and strong. If you're already a part of it, welcome back. If you're new, we can't wait to share the miles with you.

Race Start: 8:30am

Course limit: 4hours

3.1 Miles 8.1 Miles 13.1 Miles 18.1 Miles Run Walk
10301 Pearce Mill Rd, McCandless, Pennsylvania, 15101, United States
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Farther Together Endurance Challenge [runsignup.com]
Sat, Apr 11, 2026 at 7:00 AM

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This is a family friendly endurance event for rucking, running, or walking. The event raises money for Folds of Honor Western PA. https://westernpa.foldsofhonor.org/

Ruckers, Runners, walkers and...

This is a family friendly endurance event for rucking, running, or walking. The event raises money for Folds of Honor Western PA. https://westernpa.foldsofhonor.org/

Ruckers, Runners, walkers and families are welcome to do a single 4.7 mile loop or as many loops as possible. Some participants will take on multiple loops over the course of 4 or 6 or 8 hours and a few athletes will stay on course for a full 12 hours. All loops are ended with excitement and encouragement to see how far people will push together for a great cause. The official rucking guideline is a weighted backpack with 30# for men and 20# for women. Those doing the single loop are encouraged to challenge themselves and ruck, run, or walk. Those wishing to do less than official weight or no weight can still complete as many laps as possible if registering for the Multi-loop event price. Limited registration may be available the day of the event on site, subject to the race director on site on April 11th. Tshirts, swag and door prizes guaranteed for the first 100 sign-ups. A limited number of sweatshirts will be available for sale. Spectators and donations are welcome at the

event.

5 Miles Run Walk
South Ridge Drive, McCandless, Pennsylvania, 15101, United States
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Memorial Day Remembrance Run [runsignup.com]
Sat, May 23, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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Memorial Day Remembrance Run is Pittsburgh's best way to start summer right by honoring our fallen neighbors.

🏃 5K, 10K, and 1mi distance options around scenic North Park Lake

🍦 a special early open...
Memorial Day Remembrance Run is Pittsburgh's best way to start summer right by honoring our fallen neighbors.

🏃 5K, 10K, and 1mi distance options around scenic North Park Lake

🍦 a special early open and giveback from our friends at Millie's Homemade Icecream

🪖 special honor guard ceremony with the PA022 AFJROTC unit from North Allegheny High School

We're proud to continue our partnership with the Veterans Leadership Program, a local organization dedicated to helping veterans navigate the transitions of life.

RACE START TIMES
- 9:00 am - 5K and 10K
- 9:05 am - 1 Mile Walk
3.1 Miles 5k 6.2 Miles Run Walk
10301 Pearce Mill Rd, McCandless, Pennsylvania, 15101, United States
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South Ridge Trail Challenge [runsignup.com]
Sun, May 31, 2026 at 7:30 AM
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The South Ridge Trail Challenge is the region's premier early summer trail race and the only ultramarathon in North Park. Located on the South Ridge of North Park in Allegheny County, it offers a...
The South Ridge Trail Challenge is the region's premier early summer trail race and the only ultramarathon in North Park. Located on the South Ridge of North Park in Allegheny County, it offers a spectacular array of trails for runners and hikers of all abilities:
- a 5K for everyone, hikers welcome!
- a steady 10K for those looking for a little more climb, hikers also welcome!
- challenge yourself with two loops of the 10K course and (just about) complete 20K (just about a 1/2 marathon)
- a day-long party 50K relay- 5 10K loops let you share your vert with friends (relay teams are 2-5 people)
- a truly intrepid 50K - 5 10K loops covering almost 5000ft of vert. gain that will lead you on a journey from confidence to self-doubt and back again, earning you bragging rights as a finisher of the only 50K race in North Park.
All distances start and finish near the historic North Park swimming pool. Runners and walkers will then make their way up, down, and around the South Ridge Plateau, exploring all the beauty of early summer in Western PA.

START TIMES:
- 50K and 50K Relay - 7:30 am
- 5K - 9:00 am
- 20K - 10:30 am
- 10K - 11:00 am
COURSE CUT-OFF:

50K athletes MUST leave the aid station for their final loop by 3:30pm. NO EXCEPTIONS.
3.1 Miles 6.2 Miles 12.4 Miles Run Swim Trail Ultra Walk
South Ridge Drive, McCandless, Pennsylvania, 15101, United States
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McCandless Bday 5K [mccandless175.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sat, Jul 04, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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We're celebrating another lap around the sun!

Early bird registration opens on March 11 for the July 4th Bday 5k! Join us at North Park’s Boathouse for a family friendly 5k run/walk, 1-mile run/walk...

We're celebrating another lap around the sun!

Early bird registration opens on March 11 for the July 4th Bday 5k! Join us at North Park’s Boathouse for a family friendly 5k run/walk, 1-mile run/walk and kid’s dash. We’ll be celebrating two birthdays- America and McCandless!

Not a runner yet? We’re doing a 5k training with Appalachian Running Company starting in May! For more info, visit www.townofmccandless.org.

1 Miles 3.1 Miles 5k Run Walk
10301 Pearce Mill Rd, McCandless, Pennsylvania, 15101, United States
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KILLIAN5K [killian5k.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sat, Jul 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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The KILLIAN5K Run/Walk takes place Saturday, July 25, in Allison Park at the North Park Boathouse on the Picturesque' North Park Lake. Widely considered one of Pittsburgh's best Summer 5K Races, you...

The KILLIAN5K Run/Walk takes place Saturday, July 25, in Allison Park at the North Park Boathouse on the Picturesque' North Park Lake. Widely considered one of Pittsburgh's best Summer 5K Races, you can't miss this one, and it's for an Amazing Cause. Proceeds benefit the Killian Cavanaugh Scholarship Funds.

After the race, participants can enjoy the Unique Post Party, which is Fun For All Ages. Tons of KILLIAN SWAG!

USA Track & Field - Certified

For full event and scholarship details, go to www.killian5k.com

3.1 Miles 5k Run Walk
10301 Pearce Mill Rd, McCandless, Pennsylvania, 15101, United States
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