Thrifty 5K - Pittsburgh
- Date Sat 10th May 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Allison Park, Pennsylvania
- Price $23.95
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling day of fun and fitness at the Thrifty 5K in Pittsburgh on Saturday, May 10, 2025! Taking place in the beautiful Allison Park, Allegheny, this event is not just a race; it’s a celebration of community spirit and thrift store treasures. The "ORIGINAL GARAGE SALE 5K" is back for its third exciting year, inviting participants to enjoy a scenic run starting at 9 AM from Harmar Pavilion, right behind the swimming pool.
Runners will have the chance to score an exclusive vintage GCXC race shirt and a unique finisher medal from past races—all at thrift store prices! Don’t miss the fantastic early bird registration rates, starting as low as $15, and be sure to stick around after the race for an incredible post-race flea market featuring even more vintage race swag, all priced under $10. With custom age group awards and plenty of amazing items to browse, the Thrifty 5K promises to be a memorable day for runners and spectators alike. Join us for a fabulous day of racing, shopping, and community connection!
Runners will have the chance to score an exclusive vintage GCXC race shirt and a unique finisher medal from past races—all at thrift store prices! Don’t miss the fantastic early bird registration rates, starting as low as $15, and be sure to stick around after the race for an incredible post-race flea market featuring even more vintage race swag, all priced under $10. With custom age group awards and plenty of amazing items to browse, the Thrifty 5K promises to be a memorable day for runners and spectators alike. Join us for a fabulous day of racing, shopping, and community connection!
Organiser's Description
The "ORIGINAL GARAGE SALE 5K" is back for a 3rd time and better than ever. Get your hands on an awesome "vintage" GCXC race shirt and a finisher medal from past races at thrift store pricing.
Be sure to take advantage of early bird pricing and then stay afterward for the best race "THRIFT SHOP" around.
EARLY BIRD PRICING
* $15 on Feb 11th
* $16 on Feb 12th
* $17 on Feb 13th
* $18 on Feb 14th
* $19 on Feb 15th
* $20 beginning on Feb 16th.
The race starts and ends at Harmar Pavilion (behind the swimming pool), North Park at 9am.
PACKET PICK UP
* Packet pick up will take place on race morning in Harmar Pavilion beginning at 7:30 am.
COURSE MAP
* CLICK HERE [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/4887742900]
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
* Entry to the Thrifty 5K
* A vintage GCXC race shirt from past races
* An awesome custom GCXC finisher medal from past races
* Custom age group awards from past GCXC races
STICK AROUND FOR THE POST RACE "FLEA MARKET"
ADDITIONAL VINTAGE RACE SWAG AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE (WHILE SUPPLIES LAST) AFTER THE AWARDS CEREMONY AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE RACE!
* NOTHING OVER $10
* Cash only.
* Long and short sleeve tee-shirts - $5 each or 3 for $10
* Quarter zip tech long sleeve shirts - $5 each or 3 for $10
* Blankets and beach towels - $5 each or 3 for $10
* Just A Short Run Shorts - $5 each or 3 for $10
* Just A Short Run Jackets - $5
* Pint and other awesome glassware - $2 each
* much more....
Be sure to take advantage of early bird pricing and then stay afterward for the best race "THRIFT SHOP" around.
EARLY BIRD PRICING
* $15 on Feb 11th
* $16 on Feb 12th
* $17 on Feb 13th
* $18 on Feb 14th
* $19 on Feb 15th
* $20 beginning on Feb 16th.
The race starts and ends at Harmar Pavilion (behind the swimming pool), North Park at 9am.
PACKET PICK UP
* Packet pick up will take place on race morning in Harmar Pavilion beginning at 7:30 am.
COURSE MAP
* CLICK HERE [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/4887742900]
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
* Entry to the Thrifty 5K
* A vintage GCXC race shirt from past races
* An awesome custom GCXC finisher medal from past races
* Custom age group awards from past GCXC races
STICK AROUND FOR THE POST RACE "FLEA MARKET"
ADDITIONAL VINTAGE RACE SWAG AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE (WHILE SUPPLIES LAST) AFTER THE AWARDS CEREMONY AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE RACE!
* NOTHING OVER $10
* Cash only.
* Long and short sleeve tee-shirts - $5 each or 3 for $10
* Quarter zip tech long sleeve shirts - $5 each or 3 for $10
* Blankets and beach towels - $5 each or 3 for $10
* Just A Short Run Shorts - $5 each or 3 for $10
* Just A Short Run Jackets - $5
* Pint and other awesome glassware - $2 each
* much more....
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