Run Around the Square

Run Around the Square Race Information

<p><strong>PRE-RACE PACKET PICK UP WILL BE HELD FRIDAY, AUGUST 21 FROM 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM ONLY AT THE WILKINS SCHOOL COMMUNITY CENTER, 7604 CHARLESTON AVENUE, SWISSVALE.   PACKETS CAN ALSO BE PICKED UP STARTING AT 7:00 AM ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, BEFORE THE RACE.  ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL REMAIN OPEN THROUGH MIDNIGHT, THURSDAY, AUGUST 20.</strong></p> <p>Most of the first mile of the 5K winds through Regent Square streets with plenty of warm, friendly cheers. The remainder of the race is through Frick Park’s cross-country trails, ending in Fern Hollow. </p> <p>The 1.5 Mile Run/Walk takes place on the charming streets of Regent Square. The family dog can also join in on the fun. Dogs may ONLY participate in the 1.5 Mile Run/Walk. The dog must be leashed and a dog owner/handler must be registered with every dog, no exceptions.</p> <p><u><i><b>USATF sanctioned event policy does not allow for strollers or animals to participate in competitions.  The 5K is a USATF sanctioned event; therefore, strollers and dogs are PROHIBITED in the 5K.</b></i></u></p> <p>Both races start at the Environmental Charter School near the corner of Henrietta and Milton.  The 1.5 mile race starts at 8:15 am and the 5K starts at 9 am.</p>