Musicians of Steel 5K Run/Walk

  • Date Sun 21st September 2025
  • Time 9:30AM EDT
  • Location Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
  • Price $23.95 - $39.96
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the 9th Annual Musicians of Steel 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, September 21, 2025, in the vibrant city of Pittsburgh, Allegheny! This exciting charity race, organized by the talented musicians of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, invites participants to choose between a live or virtual experience. Whether you run in person or join us from home, you'll be treated to an uplifting atmosphere filled with music. Enjoy live performances by PSO musicians at the start line and along the route, or groove to a specially curated running playlist if you opt for the virtual race.

This event is more than just a run; it's a celebration of community and support for music education. Participants will receive a stylish official race T-shirt, and prizes await the top male and female finishers, as well as winners in various age categories. Proceeds from the race go directly to the PSO Musicians Care Fund, which provides essential resources like instruments and transportation for local students. Don't miss this chance to combine your love for running and music while making a meaningful impact in the community! Sign up today and be part of this unforgettable event!

Organiser's Description

Please join us for the 9th Annual Musicians of Steel 5K Run/Walk, a charity race organized by the Musicians of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra! This year we will continue with our hybrid format" with both live and virtual components to choose from. No matter which you choose, youll still receive the many perks of the Musicians of Steel 5K:

MUSIC!

Youll be serenaded at the start line by the world-class musicians of the PSO in addition to local musicians along the course! Virtual participants, never fear! Youll receive a unique running playlist specially curated by your PSO Musicians to help you cross the virtual finish line!

SWAG!

Show off your love for music and running around town with our official race T-shirt, free with every registration!

PRIZES!

As always, our prize packages are awarded to the top three male and female finishers overall and the top finisher in various age categories. Prizes include special items like PSO recordings, gift cards to Fleet Feet and Millies Homemade ice cream, and other surprise items.

COMMUNITY!

Connect with your PSO Musicians! Stay in touch on our Facebook page and tell us how youre preparing for the race!

_Most importantly_

SUPPORT AN AMAZING CAUSE!

Music education should be a cornerstone in every young persons life. We believe that music education is more important now than ever. We are proud to provide support to local music programs in need by donating 100% of race entry fees directly to the PSO Musicians Care Fund. The money raised for the PSO Musicians Care Fund is used to buy instruments for local students, secure school buses for transportation to and from Heinz Hall for PSOs Schooltime concerts, in addition to other invaluable resources.

Race entry fees (not including online processing fees) and any additional contributions to the PSO Musicians Care Fund are tax deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law. The PSO Musicians Care Fund is a component fund of the Pittsburgh Foundation which is a 501(c)(3) organization.

Races

  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $4.63 Fee & Short Sleeve Heather Soft Tee-Shirt

    Sun 21st September 2025 (10:00AM EDT)

    $34.63

    OPENS 13 MAY
  • 1-Mile Fun Run

    Incl. $3.95 Fee & Short Sleeve Heather Soft Tee-Shirt

    Sun 21st September 2025 (9:30AM EDT)

    $23.95

    OPENS 13 MAY
  • 5K VIRTUAL Run/Walk

    Incl. $4.96 Fee & Short Sleeve Heather Soft Tee-Shirt

    $39.96

    OPENS 13 MAY
    5K Run / Walk

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60 River Front Drive, Pittsburgh, 15209, PA, United States

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