Groundhog Day 5K - Pittsburgh

It's Groundhog Time!

Predict the end of winter, runner style! The whole family can get in on the shadow-watching with 5K, 1 Mile, or Kids' Dash.

All participants get a cozy race shirt, festive finisher medal, and post-race treats. Kick off February with miles, smiles, and maybe a little weather prediction magic. Don’t miss this winter tradition!

Events

FAST AND FUN!

$35

$30

9:00AM EST 11:00AM EST

Registration Opens October 27, 2025 at 12:00pm EDT

BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY

$25

$20

9:00AM EST 11:00AM EST

Registration Opens October 27, 2025 at 12:00pm EDT

AGES 10 AND UNDER

$20

8:45AM EST 11:00AM EST

Registration Opens October 27, 2025 at 12:00pm EDT

3 Races to Choose From

5K - This race is eligible for the 2026 GCXC "Winter Bundle of Fun". Details below.
1 Mile Run/Walk
Kids Dash (10 and under)

Race Start Times

8:45 am - Kids Dash
9:00 am - 5k and 1 Mile

Run More, Save More

Sign up for 3 fun and family-friendly themed GCXC winter events with the Winter Fun Bundle Tile and SAVE $$$

- The Groundhog Day 5k - Saturday, January 31, 2026 at North Park
- 4Ever Yours 4 Miler - Sunday, February 14, 2026 at North Park (individual event only)
- Shamrock Run 5k - Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Graham Park, Cranberry
- Shamrock Run 5k - Sunday, March 8, 2026 at South Park Fairgrounds, South Park

NOTE: ONLY RUNNERS WHO REGISTER USING THE BUNDLE TILE ARE ELIGIBLE FOR THE SAVINGS.

All participants who register for the bundle will:

Save money on each registration when you bundle 3 races together
Receive all individual race SWAG from the 3 events.
- A commemorative 2026 Groundhog shirt and finisher's medal
- A commemorative 2026 4Ever Yours 4 Miler soft-style t-shirt, and finisher's medal
- A commemorative 2026 Shamrock Run 5k socks and finisher's medal
Save additional money when you pay only one transaction fee (not three!)
Get huge kudos on your accomplishment from family, friends, and fellow runners.

So what are you waiting for? Register today and SAVE BIG $$$. We will see you at the Groundhog 5k kick-off!

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