The Buoniconti Fund Half Marathon / 10k/ 5k / Kids Dash

  • Date Sun 18th October 2026
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Carmichaels, Pennsylvania
  • Price Free - $54.00
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, 1km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit and athletic achievement at The Buoniconti Fund Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Kids Dash on Sunday, October 18, 2026, in the charming town of Carmichaels, Greene. This inaugural race series invites participants of all ages to embrace the thrill of running, walking, or rolling in support of a meaningful cause. Whether you're aiming to set a personal record in the Half Marathon (for ages 16 and up), tackle the 10K (ages 16+), or enjoy a fun-filled 5K (ages 12+), there's an event for everyone. Kids aged 3 to 11 can join in the excitement with a spirited Kids Dash.

Join us in celebrating tradition while looking forward to a brighter future, as we honor the legacy of The Buoniconti Fund's commitment to finding a cure for paralysis. This event is not just about the race; it’s a chance to connect with friends, family, and fellow community members as we run together towards a common goal. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a differenceβ€”sign up, become a sponsor, or make a donation today!

Organiser's Description

After 20 incredible years of our THE PITTSBURGH CHAPTER OF THE BUONICONTI FUND's annual golf outing hosted by JAMES HOY AND FAMILY, were turning the page and hitting the trail. This year marks the debut of our community race series, built with heart, hustle, and a whole lot of firstyear grit.

OUR INAUGURAL LINEUP FEATURES A HALF MARATHON *(16+), 10K*(16+), 5K*(12+), AND A FASTANDFUN KIDS DASH* (3-11), inviting runners, walkers, and wheel pushers of all ages to celebrate tradition in a brandnew way. Whether youre chasing a PR, jogging/walking/rolling with friends, or cheering on the next generation, this race is about momentum honoring where weve been and running toward whats next.

Sign up for the race, be a sponsor, or make a donation today!

*Indicates Age Restriction on Race

THE BUONICONTI FUND TO CURE PARALYSIS [http://www.thebuonicontifund.com]

Committed to finding a cure for paralysis resulting from spinal cord injury and to seeing millions worldwide walk again, the Buoniconti family established The Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis in 1992. The Buoniconti Fund is a non-profit organization whose mission is to raise funds and awareness to help The Miami Project achieve its primary focus; to repair and restore function to the injured and diseased nervous system, thereby improving the quality of life to patients throughout the world.

In 1985, Barth A. Green, M.D., world-renowned neurosurgeon, and Nick Buoniconti, NFL Hall of Fame linebacker, founded The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis after Nicks son, Marc, sustained a spinal cord injury during a college football game. The Miami Project, a Center of Excellence at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, is a leading global research center. The Miami Project is conducting cutting-edge discovery, translational and clinical investigations in traumatic spinal cord and brain injury, peripheral nerve injury and neurological diseases and disorders including Alzheimers disease, Parkinsons disease, ALS, Multiple Sclerosis and stroke.

The official registration and financial information of The Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0999.Registration does not imply endorsement. The Buoniconti Fund is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Federal ID #65-0244316.

Races

  • 1/2 Marathon

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt, Medal

    Sun 18th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $54.00

  • 10k

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt, Medal

    Sun 18th October 2026 (9:10AM EDT)

    $43.40

  • 5k

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 18th October 2026 (9:15AM EDT)

    $32.80

    Will be divided into starting waves depending on how many register. Starts at 9:15am
  • Kids' Dash

    Sun 18th October 2026 (9:05AM EDT)

    Free

    Kids' Dash will begin AFTER the half marathon runners start and BEFORE the 10k runners start. This gives the kiddos a quick run with a superstar finish in front of a large audience. :)

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Location

134 River lane, Carmichaels, 15320, PA, United States

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