Sat, Jun 20, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Get ready for the First Annual ALFA Kids Triathlon on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the Meadville Area Recreation Complex! Designed for ages 6–13, this fun, beginner-friendly event gives kids the
chance to swim, bike, and run in a safe and supportive environment. Whether your child is trying a triathlon for the very first time or already loves being active, the ALFA Kids Tri is all about building confidence, encouraging healthy lifestyles, and celebrating every young athlete as they cross the finish line. Every participant will receive a race t-shirt, finisher medal, and the unforgettable experience of being part of Meadville’s newest youth sporting tradition!
The race will be split into two age groups (6-9 years old and 10-13 years old) with separate distances. The older group will go first. Register your child based on his/her age at the time of the race.
Ages 6–9: 50-yard swim, 2-mile bike, ½-mile run
Ages 10–13: 100-yard swim, 3-mile bike, 1-mile run
Please see the FAQ page above for more detailed information.
Kids Run Swim Triathlon
Sun, Jun 21, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Registration is at the back parking lot of Linden Pointe. THERE WILL BE A PORTA JOHN NEAR REGISTRATION AND HALFWAY THRU THE COURSE.
Race starts at 9 am
AWARDS: There will be awards for your pets as
well as awards for the runners. Each pet will get a finisher award dog treat !! TOP 1 in each age group MALE AND FEMALE gets a stuffed Congratulations teddy bear . These awards are very cute !! Other awards also for the runners for 2nd and 3rd place in age groups. Prize money to the top 1 Overall male and female !!
We will provide water and food at the race. Fruit salad, cookies !!
Proceeds benefits a local animal shelter.which is very well needed.
Chip timing results so you can leave quick if wanted.We post results immediately while the race is going on and you can get your award then also.
1 Miles 5k Run Walk
Wed, Jun 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM
This year marks the 43rd anniversary of the Mercer County Twilight QUAD. It's the oldest continuous running series in the region. Each event begins at 7:00 pm on Wednesday evenings in the summer
months. Over 50,000 finishers have been recorded through the first 149 events of the QUAD.
Runners who complete all four events will receive a commemorative award. Each year, over 150 runners and walkers complete all four events of the series.
Specialty QUAD shirts will be available for purchase on site on a first come first serve basis.
The races include:
June 24 - Strawberry Days 5K - Grove City
July 15 - Dam Race - Sharpsville
July 29 - Fredonia 5K - Fredonia
Aug 12 - Ice Cream Race - Grove City, PA
5k Run