Just A Short Run
- Date Sat 29th March 2025
- Location Allison Park, Pennsylvania
- Price $45.30 - $71.99
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Join us for the spirited Just A Short Run on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Allison Park in Allegheny! Celebrating its 25th year, this cherished event honors the memory of Sean T. Smith, who bravely battled leukemia. Since its inception in 2001, Just A Short Run has raised tens of thousands of dollars for local charities committed to combating leukemia and blood-borne cancers. This year, we’re thrilled to partner with Cancer Bridges to support those navigating their cancer journey.
With race distances of 5K, 8.1 Miles, 1/2 Marathon, and 30K, Just A Short Run is the perfect opportunity to challenge your fitness while enjoying the beautiful spring weather. Runners from 30-40 states flock to this event, making it an ideal tune-up for the Pittsburgh marathon’s hilly terrain. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or joining us for the first time, you’ll find a vibrant and generous community waiting to welcome you. Come be a part of this uplifting experience and let’s make unforgettable memories together!
With race distances of 5K, 8.1 Miles, 1/2 Marathon, and 30K, Just A Short Run is the perfect opportunity to challenge your fitness while enjoying the beautiful spring weather. Runners from 30-40 states flock to this event, making it an ideal tune-up for the Pittsburgh marathon’s hilly terrain. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or joining us for the first time, you’ll find a vibrant and generous community waiting to welcome you. Come be a part of this uplifting experience and let’s make unforgettable memories together!
Organiser's Description
Founded in 2001 to honor Sean T. Smith, who lost his battle with leukemia in 1995, Just A Short Run has helped raise tens of thousands of dollars to benefit local charities working to eradicate leukemia and blood-borne cancers.
In our 25th Year, we've recommitted to Sean's legacy, launching a partnership with Cancer Bridges [https://runsignup.com/Race/JASR/Page/cancerbridges] to help people diagnosed with cancer and their families and support networks navigate their cancer journey.
Race founder, Kevin Smith (brother of Sean), along with the GCXC Race Timing Team, running friends and family from the former Elite Runners & Walkers run shop, along with a small army of volunteers from local youth groups will help transform North Park into the course(s) for Just A Short Run. Back in its prime spot on the fourth Saturday in March, Just A Short Run is the perfect event to test your fitness or as your goal race. With distances of 5K, 8.1 Miles, 1/2 Marathon & 30K, this event will be your perfect spring marathon tune-up event and regularly draws runners from 30-40 states hoping to prepare for Pittsburgh's hilly terrain.
No matter why you run, this race is about much more than the run. The Just a Short Run community is vibrant, generous, and strong. If you're already a part of it, welcome back. If you're new, we can't wait to share the miles with you.
In our 25th Year, we've recommitted to Sean's legacy, launching a partnership with Cancer Bridges [https://runsignup.com/Race/JASR/Page/cancerbridges] to help people diagnosed with cancer and their families and support networks navigate their cancer journey.
Race founder, Kevin Smith (brother of Sean), along with the GCXC Race Timing Team, running friends and family from the former Elite Runners & Walkers run shop, along with a small army of volunteers from local youth groups will help transform North Park into the course(s) for Just A Short Run. Back in its prime spot on the fourth Saturday in March, Just A Short Run is the perfect event to test your fitness or as your goal race. With distances of 5K, 8.1 Miles, 1/2 Marathon & 30K, this event will be your perfect spring marathon tune-up event and regularly draws runners from 30-40 states hoping to prepare for Pittsburgh's hilly terrain.
No matter why you run, this race is about much more than the run. The Just a Short Run community is vibrant, generous, and strong. If you're already a part of it, welcome back. If you're new, we can't wait to share the miles with you.
Races
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5k
Incl. $5.30 Fee & Custom Just a Short Run Long Sleeve Tee Shirt
Sat 29th March 2025 (8:35AM EDT)
$45.30
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8.1 Mile
Incl. $5.98 Fee & Custom Just a Short Run Shorts
Sat 29th March 2025 (8:35AM EDT)
$55.98
Part of the USATF Three Rivers 2023 Grand Prix -
Half Marathon
Incl. $6.65 Fee & Custom Just a Short Run Shorts
Sat 29th March 2025 (8:35AM EDT)
$66.65
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30k
Incl. $6.99 Fee & Custom Just a Short Run Shorts
Sat 29th March 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$71.99
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