Solar 5k/15k
- Date Sun 9th August 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Boston, Pennsylvania
- Price $38.35 - $54.25
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Solar 5k/15k on Sunday, August 9th, 2026, in the picturesque setting of McKeesport, Allegheny! This exciting event, now in its 13th year, promises a fun-filled day for runners of all ages and abilities. Choose between a 5k or a 15k distance along a scenic flat trail, perfect for both seasoned athletes and beginners alike.
New this year, local community organizations can form coed teams for the 5k and compete for a special trophy, fostering camaraderie and friendly competition. With awards for the top finishers in various categories, including age groups and overall standings, there's plenty of motivation to lace up your running shoes! Proceeds from this year's race will benefit Elizabeth Forward Meals on Wheels, making your participation even more meaningful. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this uplifting community event, and remember to register early for your guaranteed race shirt!
New this year, local community organizations can form coed teams for the 5k and compete for a special trophy, fostering camaraderie and friendly competition. With awards for the top finishers in various categories, including age groups and overall standings, there's plenty of motivation to lace up your running shoes! Proceeds from this year's race will benefit Elizabeth Forward Meals on Wheels, making your participation even more meaningful. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this uplifting community event, and remember to register early for your guaranteed race shirt!
Organiser's Description
WELCOME TO THE 13TH SOLAR 5K/15K. (FORMERLY THE POLAR VORTEX)
TEAM BRUNAZZI EVENT'S LOW KEY SUMMER RACE.
REGISTRATION: 7AM-8:00AM
LAST DAY FOR A GUARANTEED SHIRT IS JULY 17TH.
NEW THIS YEAR. ARE YOU A PART OF A LOCAL COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION? START A 5K TEAM AND COMPETE FOR A SPECIAL TROPHY. TEAMS MUST BE COED AND HAVE A MINIMUM OF 3 RUNNERS.
OPEN TO GOVERNMENT, CHURCH, FIRE, EMS, POLICE, PUBLIC WORKS, ANY LOCAL COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION.
Awards: Top 3 M & F overall, masters M/F, top 3 in each age group: 10 and under,11-14,15-19,20-24,25-29,30-34,35-39, 40-44,45-49,50-54,55-59,60-64,65-69,70+ (no duplications, medals will not be mailed)
Are you a cross country coach looking for a race for your team? Ask us about special cross country team pricing. (Middle/High School)
Course: Flat rails to trails trail on crushed limestone
Water Stops: Mile 1.55 at the 5k turn around and mile 4.66 at the 15k turn around.
Proceeds: Elizabeth Forward Meals on Wheels
Please no headphones or pets.
Sanctioned by USATF.
RACE REFUND & TRANSFER POLICY (EFFECTIVE 01-01-2016)
Team Brunazzi Events LLC has a zero refund policy.
You may transfer race or distance at any time before the race. You may NOT change distances after the race has started. Please email TBE at Teambrunazzi@gmail.com with your transfer request. You will have to pay any additional amounts associated with the change.
SHIRT POLICY (EFFECTIVE 01-01-2016)
Preregistered runners receive a shirt if they sign up by a specified date when the shirts are ordered. After that extra shirts are first come, first serve.
After a race, shirts of runners that did not show up will be given to those runners that signed up race day. If you want your shirt but cannot make the race, please have another runner pick yours up.
No shirts will be ordered after the race. No shirts will be mailed.
TEAM BRUNAZZI EVENT'S LOW KEY SUMMER RACE.
REGISTRATION: 7AM-8:00AM
LAST DAY FOR A GUARANTEED SHIRT IS JULY 17TH.
NEW THIS YEAR. ARE YOU A PART OF A LOCAL COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION? START A 5K TEAM AND COMPETE FOR A SPECIAL TROPHY. TEAMS MUST BE COED AND HAVE A MINIMUM OF 3 RUNNERS.
OPEN TO GOVERNMENT, CHURCH, FIRE, EMS, POLICE, PUBLIC WORKS, ANY LOCAL COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION.
Awards: Top 3 M & F overall, masters M/F, top 3 in each age group: 10 and under,11-14,15-19,20-24,25-29,30-34,35-39, 40-44,45-49,50-54,55-59,60-64,65-69,70+ (no duplications, medals will not be mailed)
Are you a cross country coach looking for a race for your team? Ask us about special cross country team pricing. (Middle/High School)
Course: Flat rails to trails trail on crushed limestone
Water Stops: Mile 1.55 at the 5k turn around and mile 4.66 at the 15k turn around.
Proceeds: Elizabeth Forward Meals on Wheels
Please no headphones or pets.
Sanctioned by USATF.
RACE REFUND & TRANSFER POLICY (EFFECTIVE 01-01-2016)
Team Brunazzi Events LLC has a zero refund policy.
You may transfer race or distance at any time before the race. You may NOT change distances after the race has started. Please email TBE at Teambrunazzi@gmail.com with your transfer request. You will have to pay any additional amounts associated with the change.
SHIRT POLICY (EFFECTIVE 01-01-2016)
Preregistered runners receive a shirt if they sign up by a specified date when the shirts are ordered. After that extra shirts are first come, first serve.
After a race, shirts of runners that did not show up will be given to those runners that signed up race day. If you want your shirt but cannot make the race, please have another runner pick yours up.
No shirts will be ordered after the race. No shirts will be mailed.
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