Event Date
October 8, 2022

Start Line
TBD
Pittsburgh, PA 15218

Parking Area (or park along any open street)
7406 Church Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15218 

Start Times (approximate)
  • RACE: 9:00 am - Competitive Wave - This wave is only for adult runners planning to run under a 10 minute mile. Those who run in this wave, may also choose to run in the fun run wave.  
  • RACE: 9:15 am - FUN RUN - This year we are separating the competitive wave and the fun run. Adults planning to run greater than a 10 minute mile and all kids under the age of 18 should participate in this wave. Those participating in this wave will still be eligible for age group awards! 
  • WALK: 9:30 am - Everyone and their furry friends are invited to join this wave! 

Event Timeline
  • Road Closures will begin by 6:30 am
  • Packet Pick-up is from 8:00 am to 8:45 am
  • 8:30 am - Pre-race warm up with dancers from Lorraine Bucsh Dance Center!
  • Race begins: 9:00 am
  • Fun Run: 9:15 am
  • Walk: 9:30 am
  • Awards Ceremony: 10:00 am
  • The post-event activities/block party begins at 9:30 am 
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Packet Pickup
  • When:  Friday, October 7, 2022 between 6 pm and 8 pm or Saturday morning until 8:45 am.
  • Where: CityReach Church at 7327 McClure Ave. Enter by the Monroe Ave doors. 
  • What: Includes t-shirt and bib number, dog scarf for walkers with dogs and timing bib numbers are provided to those registered for the one mile race.
  • Important note: Packets not picked-up by 8:45 am on race day will be forfeited.​
Registration Details 
All Participants 
  • T-shirt sizes are on a first come, first serve basis. Limited numbers are available of each size. 
  • Limited Event Day Registration is available in 2022. Must arrive by 8:30 am to register. 
  • There are no refunds. The event is rain or shine. 
Family & Dog walk Participants
  • $15 Per Participant until June 30th
  • $20 Per Participant July 1st to August 31st
  • $25 Per Participant September 1st to October 8th
  • $5 Per Dog/Up to 2 dogs may be walked per participant.
  • Each dog registered by September 1st will receive a special edition dog scarf.
Race Participants 19 years+
  • $20 Per Participant until June 30th
  • $25 Per Participant July 1st to August 31st
  • $30 Per Participant September 1st to October 8th
Race & Walk Participants 18 years and under
  • $10 Per Participant through October 8th
​Awards Categories
​1st, 2nd, 3rd place for males & females in each category:
  • Overall
  • 6 and under
  • 7 to 10
  • 11 to 14
  • Age 15-18
  • Age 19-29
  • Age 30- 39
  • Age 40-49
  • Age 50-59
  • Age 60+
  • 1st place Swissvale Resident
​* no one person can place in two categories.

​Course Rules
  • Owners must clean up after their pets.
  • Dogs are permitted in the WALK only. 
  • Strollers/wheel chairs are permitted in both the RUN and the WALK. Please be considerate of other participants if you choose to bring a stroller/wheel chair on the course.
  • Ask for dog owner's permission before approaching/petting dogs.
  • Dogs must have all current vaccinations.
  • Dogs must be comfortable and safe within groups of other dogs, adults, and children.
  • Dogs must be leashed at all times. No retractable leashes.
  • Dogs demonstrating signs of aggression at any time during the event will be asked to leave immediately.
  • If you have any concerns, find a volunteer or race director for assistance.