When are most 5K races held in Pittsburgh?
August is the busiest month for 5K races in Pittsburgh, with 7 of the 16, followed by October with 4. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
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5K Races in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Every upcoming 5K around Pittsburgh, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.
16 upcoming 5K races found · 3 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Pittsburgh races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 8, 2026Brookline Breeze 5K Run & Fitness Walk Pittsburgh, PAFrom $18Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026North Boroughs 5K Pittsburgh, PAFrom $35Register Sat, Aug 15, 2026Historic Hill Run, Walk and Ride Pittsburgh, PAFrom $20Details Sat, Aug 22, 2026Run Around the Square Pittsburgh, PAFrom $25Details Sat, Aug 29, 2026Pittsburgh Public Schools Back-To-School 5K Pittsburgh, PAFrom $30Details Sun, Aug 30, 2026Dormont Dash Pittsburgh, PAFrom $30Details Sun, Aug 30, 2026Fox Chapel 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run Pittsburgh, PAFrom $25Details Sat, Sep 12, 20268th Annual Healthy Kappa 5K Run/Walk/Ride Pittsburgh, PAFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Pittsburgh Empower Walk & 5K Run Pittsburgh, PAFrom $35Details Fri, Oct 9, 2026RiverBOO! Park 5K Pittsburgh, PAFrom $15Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026LECOM Costume Caper 5k Family Fun Run/Walk Pittsburgh, PAFrom $25Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Musicians of Steel 5K Run/Walk Pittsburgh, PAFrom $20Details Sat, Oct 24, 20264th-Annual Raible Run to Remember Pittsburgh, PAFrom $35Details Sat, Dec 5, 20262026 Jingle Bell Run Pittsburgh, PAFrom $35Details Thu, Dec 24, 2026The Christmas Eve 5k Pittsburgh, PAFrom $25Details Sat, Feb 13, 2027Cupid's Chase 5K Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PAFrom $40Details
Train for it
Run Clubs in Pittsburgh
The fastest way to a start line is a standing group run. These Pittsburgh clubs welcome 5K runners of all paces.
Browse all Pittsburgh run clubs →How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 5K in Pittsburgh
How much do Pittsburgh 5K races cost?
Entry fees for 5K races here run from $15 to about $40, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a 5K in Pittsburgh?
11 of the 16 5K races in Pittsburgh already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Pittsburgh 5K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 3 5K races in Pittsburgh with published results, the typical median finish is around 30:56, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a 5K in Pittsburgh?
Join a local run club. City of Bridges Run Club, Yinz Run Club, Pittsburgh Pharaoh Hounds and others in Pittsburgh welcome runners of all paces, and a weekly group run is the most reliable way to hold a training block together.
Are there trail 5K races near Pittsburgh?
Yes, one race around Pittsburgh gets you off the pavement: 1 mixes road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.