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Event: 5k Run - will turn Virtual

Timed Division - This race begins in the shadow of Heinz Field on the beautiful riverfront Heritage Trail. Participants will remain on the trail for the entire scenic out and back course. Keep an eye out for our traditional giant smiley face balloon mile markers. Along the way you will run past PNC Park, under the Roberto Clemente and Andy Warhol Bridges, before turning around at historic Heinz Lofts.

Hand Timed - Awards to Top 3 male and female overall finishers. Race Results will be published online post race.
Open to ages 5 - 99.
Start Time: 9:00am EDT
End Time: 12:00pm EDT
Registration: Online Registration is Closed

Online Registration has Ended.


Event: 5k Walk - Will turn Virtual

No Race Timing - This walk begins in the shadow of Heinz Field on the beautiful riverfront Heritage Trail. Participants will remain on the trail for the entire scenic out and back course. Keep an eye out for our traditional giant smiley face balloon mile markers. Along the way you will run past PNC Park, under the Roberto Clemente and Andy Warhol Bridges, before turning around at historic Heinz Lofts.
Open to ages 5 - 99.
Start Time: 9:30am EDT
End Time: 12:00pm EDT
Registration: Online Registration is Closed

Online Registration has Ended.


Event: Virtual 5K (Support us from anywhere!)

Not Local? Become a virtual participant of the Violet Rippy 5k for Pulmonary Fibrosis! Register before the shirt deadline and we will mail you an official race shirt, and a special thank you from the Violet Rippy 5k team.

BECOME A FUNDRAISER - Anyone can be a fundraiser... even virtual participants! if you have questions or need help please contact us directly at: dennisdiraimondo@gmail.com
Registration: Online Registration is Closed

Online Registration has Ended.


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