The Pittsburgh Public Schools Back-To-School 5K + Wellness Social
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The Pittsburgh Public Schools Back-To-School 5K + Wellness Social

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Aug 29, 2026
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About this race

Pittsburgh, it's time to run for something bigger.

On Saturday, August 29th at 9:00 AM, join us at Obama Academy of International Studies for the Pittsburgh Public Schools Back-To-School 5K + Wellness Social, benefitting Bigger Than Sports.

🎟️ Ticket Includes:

  • Official race t-shirt
  • Finisher medal
  • Bib and timing chip
  • Full access to the post-race Wellness Social.

Right after you cross the finish line, you step into the Wellness Social — healthy food trucks, cold plunges, saunas, wellness providers, recovery stations, local vendors, and more. This is a full morning built around movement, community, and feeling good.

This isn't just a race. All proceeds benefit Bigger Than Sports, a nonprofit organization, dedicated to empowering PPS student-athletes through mentorship, education, and resources to thrive beyond the game.

Event Details
Date: August 29, 2026
Location: Obama Academy of International Studies (515 N Highland Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15206)
Registration/Packet Pick-Up: 7:30 AM
Race Starts: 9:00 AM
Registration Fee: $30 before August 1 / $40 August 1-29 
Weather: Rain or shine

Join fellow runners on August 29, 2026 for the The Pittsburgh Public Schools Back-To-School 5K + Wellness Social. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Pittsburgh.

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The Pittsburgh Public Schools Back-To-School 5K + Wellness Social

Aug 29, 2026 5K 9:00 AM
$30.00
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About Pittsburgh

The Pittsburgh Public Schools Back-To-School 5K + Wellness Social takes place in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.

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