Just A Short Run

Race Overview

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.

Partnership and Legacy

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!

Event Details

• Founder: Kevin Smith (brother of Sean)
• Collaboration: GCXC Race Timing Team, friends and family from Elite Runners & Walkers, and local youth groups
• Date: March 28, 2026
• Location: 10301 Pearce Mill Rd, Allison Park, PA

Race Information

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.

Community Spirit

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.

More Information

For further details and registration, visit the Just A Short Run official page.