Run Around the Square

Race Information

Date: August 22, 2026

Location: 7604 Charleston Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA

Registration Link: Run Around the Square

Packet Pickup

• Pre-Race Pickup: Friday, August 21 from 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM only at the Wilkins School Community Center, 7604 Charleston Avenue, Swissvale.
• Race Day Pickup: Starts at 7:00 AM on Saturday, August 22, before the race.
• Online Registration: Remains open through midnight, Thursday, August 20.

Race Course

• 5K Course: Most of the first mile winds through Regent Square streets with plenty of warm, friendly cheers.
• Trail Portion: The remainder of the race is through Frick Park’s cross-country trails, ending in Fern Hollow.
• 1.5 Mile Course: Takes place on the charming streets of Regent Square.
• Dog Participation: Dogs may ONLY participate in the 1.5 Mile Run/Walk. Must be leashed and a registered owner/handler is required.

Important Policies

USATF sanctioned event policy: Does not allow strollers or animals to participate in competitions. The 5K is a USATF sanctioned event: therefore, strollers and dogs are PROHIBITED in the 5K.

Race Start Times

• 1.5 Mile Run/Walk: Starts at 8:15 AM.
• 5K Race: Starts at 9:00 AM.