Register for 2025 Great Race -- "One Great Weekend" September 27-28, Features PA's Largest 10K Race, 5K run/walk, Children's Race and More
Richard S. Caliguiri City of Pittsburgh Great Race Presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield to Finish at Gateway Center in 2025 Amid Point State Park Construction
Pittsburgh, PA – Ten thousand runners and walkers are expected to take to the streets of Pittsburgh on Sunday, September 28, for the 48th Richard S. Caliguiri City of Pittsburgh Great Race presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield.
“The Great Race is more than just a run — it’s a celebration of the strength, diversity, and spirit of Pittsburgh," said Mayor Ed Gainey. "I invite everyone, from first-time walkers to seasoned runners, to come out and be part of this amazing weekend that brings our city together.”
The predominantly downhill 10K course travels through several scenic city neighborhoods and passes five university campuses. The 5K course begins at the halfway point in Oakland and follows the same course to Downtown Pittsburgh. “Bringing the Great Race to our community is about more than hosting a 5K and 10K, it’s about creating an event that connects people from every neighborhood and background,” said Elizabeth Bliss, program manager, CitiParks Office of Special Events. “With CitiParks working alongside P3R to produce this event, we’re able to showcase the very best of Pittsburgh, from its welcoming spirit to its love of tradition. The race transforms our city streets into a place where residents, visitors, families, and athletes come together to celebrate health, community pride, and the unmatched energy of our city.”
This year a temporary adjustment to the race’s iconic finish line, due to current construction at Point State Park, will shift the finish line just steps away from the park’s entrance to Gateway Center, which will also serve as the site of the post-race festival. Aside from this change in the final stretch, the course remains unchanged, with the 5K beginning on Fifth Avenue in Oakland and the 10K starting on Beechwood Boulevard in Squirrel Hill.
“While we’ll miss finishing at Point State Park this year, Gateway Center provides a fantastic backdrop in the heart of Downtown for our finish line and post-race festival,” said Race Director Brian Katze. “The Great Race has been a beloved Pittsburgh tradition, attracting runners and walkers from 30+ states and multiple countries. This fall runners and walkers can look forward to experiencing the same historic course they know and love.”
"Our Highmark Health family of companies is proud of our longstanding history of supporting the Great Race, with Highmark celebrating its 20th year as presenting sponsor alongside Allegheny Health Network, providing crucial support to participants before, during, and after the race with on-site medical expertise,” said Kenya T. Boswell, senior vice president of community affairs for Highmark Health and president of the Highmark Foundation. “This race embodies the spirit of community health and resilience that we champion through our Highmark Bright Blue Futures program, giving our neighbors an opportunity to prioritize their health, connect with others, and experience the joy of our city. We look forward to this year’s race and its continued success."
2025 “One Great Weekend” activities include:
- DOLLAR BANK JUNIOR GREAT RACE
Date/Time: Saturday, September 27, 9:30 a.m.
Location: Gateway Center, Downtown Pittsburgh
Children 12 years and younger will enjoy a One Mile Fun Run, 50 Yard Tot Trot and Diaper Dash.
Presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
Date/Time: Sunday, September 28
8 a.m. -- 5K start, Oakland
9:30 a.m. --10K start, Squirrel Hill
To register for The Great Race 10K, 5K or Dollar Bank Junior Great Race, visit www.RunGreatRace.com.
In addition to presenting sponsor Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, 2025 Great Race sponsors are AHN, Dollar Bank, Eat’n Park, Pittsburgh Regional Transit, Sam’s Club, RAD, KDKA-TV and Audacy Pittsburgh radio stations 100.1 FM and AM 1020 KDKA, 100.7 Star, 93.7 The Fan, WAMO 107.3, and Y108.
Story contact: Kelsey Emch, P3R Executive Communications & PR Manager 417-425-9400 | kelsey.emch@p3R.org
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About the Richard S. Caliguiri City of Pittsburgh Great Race
Each year on the last Sunday of September, the starting gun sounds for a world-class road race that has become a true Pittsburgh tradition for the past 48 years. The Great Race – established as a 10K race by the late Mayor Richard S. Caliguiri – has attracted nearly a half million participants since 1977. Over the years, this popular fall fitness classic has grown to include a 5K run/walk and children’s race, with more than 10,000 individuals taking part in these various activities annually. For more information about the Richard S. Caliguiri City of Pittsburgh Great Race, visit www.RunGreatRace.com
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About CITIPARKS
CitiParks – the City of Pittsburgh Department of Parks and Recreation – serves to enrich the lives of all City residents through its wide array of programs geared towards engaging Pittsburgh residents of all ages as well as visitors. The CitiParks Office of Special Events hosts an expansive lineup of programs including concert and movie series in park venues, holiday festivities, and the region’s official Independence Day celebration. The Office presents The Great Race (the Commonwealth’s largest 10K footrace) and an annual series of community footraces showcasing parks and neighborhoods.
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About P3R
P3R is Western Pennsylvania’s premier sporting event and experience expert. Best known for organizing the DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, P3R produces up to 20 major events each year, partnering with top organizations like the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pittsburgh Penguins, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, and the National Senior Games.
As part of its nonprofit mission to inspire any and all to MOVE, P3R provides premium event experiences and robust programming—including the Run for a Reason Charity Program, award-winning Kids of STEEL initiative, Pittsburgh Corporate Challenge, and RUN Varsity—to engage the community and promote an active lifestyle.
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