Steel Valley Strides
Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT
- Location
- Homestead, PA
- 7th Ave, 15120
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Run a flat, fast 5K or untimed 1-mile, then enjoy a post-race party with ice cream, beer, and unique awards for groups and best-dressed.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
Fun
Competitive
QuirkyGreat for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge
Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing
Join the Steel Valley Strides 5K or untimed 1-mile run in historic Homestead, PA. This event offers a unique blend of competitive spirit with a "flat, fast 5k" and playful community engagement. After your run, celebrate with a lively post-race party featuring Golden Age Beer and Millie's Homemade Ice Cream. Embrace the "Celebrate Steel Valley" theme by dressing up to represent local contributors and compete for best-dressed prizes, or gather your largest group for special recognition.
What to expect
- Choose between a flat, fast 5K or a family-friendly untimed 1-mile. - Enjoy a lively post-race party with Golden Age Beer and Millie's Homemade Ice Cream. - Compete for age group awards in the 5K and special prizes for best-dressed runners and largest groups.
Standout details
- Post-race party with beer and ice cream
- Prizes for best-dressed runners
- Awards for largest registration group
- Flat, fast 5K course
Perks & features
- After-Party
- Awards
After-Party
AwardsFrom the public listing — confirm on the official site.
Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.
Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 5K
Sun, Apr 12, 8:30 AM EDT · From $35.13
Opens Jan 19, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Feb 3, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
1Mi Family & Friends Walk (untimed)
Sun, Apr 12, 8:30 AM EDT · From $24.45
Opens Jan 19, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Feb 3, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
Vibe Check
Easygoing
EasygoingBased on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Hilly
- Timed race
From the organizer
Run historic 8th Avenue and join the post-race party with Golden Age Beer and Millie's Homemade Ice Cream in Homestead! Steel Valley Strides is proudly presented by First National Bank with Steel Valley Accelerator and GCXC Race Timing and Management.
With options for a flat, fast 5k (no, really this time!) or the untimed family 1 mile, this race has something for everyone. Stick around after for age group awards for the 5k and free ice cream for participants!
NEW WAYS TO WIN: Celebrate Steel Valley (Additional Details)
Sign Up with a group! The largest registration group receives additional recognition and prizes from the Steel Valley Accellerator. Celebrate the historic contributions of folks from the Steel Valley by dressing up! Prizes sponsored by the Steel Valley Accellerator will be awarded for the best-dressed runners/walkers. Get a group together to represent your favorite Steel Valley contributor. START TIME: 8:30am
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