The 2026 Pittsburgh Penguins 6.6K Run and Family Walk starts at 8:00 AM, so plan your hotel arrival the evening before if you're traveling in from out of town. This October event offers two distance options: a 3.3K walk or run and a 6.6K run, giving you flexibility based on your fitness level. The race takes place at 1001 Fifth Avenue in Pittsburgh and is presented by Highmark. Entry fees range from $26 to $138 depending on registration type. If you can't make it to Pittsburgh in person, a virtual participation option lets you complete your chosen distance on your own schedule and location. Whether you're running competitively or walking with family, book accommodations near downtown Pittsburgh to minimize travel time before the early start.
From the Race Organizer
Kick off the Penguins’ 60th Anniversary season by joining the 2026 Pittsburgh Penguins 6.6K Run and Family Walk presented by Highmark on Sunday, October 4 at PPG Paints Arena. Choose how you participate: run the in-person 6.6K, enjoy the 3.3K Family Walk, or take part from anywhere with the Virtual 6.6K. All proceeds support cancer research and patient care through the Mario Lemieux Foundation, as well as youth initiatives of the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation. In celebration of the team’s debut season 60 years ago, this year’s event brings back the iconic dark and light blue color scheme. The course begins at PPG Paints Arena and takes you across two bridges and through the Armstrong Tunnel before finishing back at the Arena— where you’ll be welcomed by Mario Lemieux and Penguins alumni. See you on October 4! FULL RACE DAY INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE ON Race Start Time: The 6.6K will start promptly at 8:00 AM on Fifth Avenue outside the EQT Gate at PPG Paints Arena; 3.3K walkers will line up behind runners and follow accordingly. 6.6K Raffle: All participants in the 6.6K Run, 3.3K Walk and 6.6K Virtual Event are eligible for raffle prizes and will automatically be entered to win. Winning bib numbers will be selected at random. Prizes will be mailed to winners. Age Group Prizes: Age category awards for male and female competitors will be based on chip time in the following categories: 9 & Under, 10-13, 14-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & Over. Cash prizes will be presented to the top three overall male and female finishers. Overall winners are not eligible for age category awards. Prizes will be mailed to winners. Virtual participants are not eligible for age group prizes. Age group awards will be mailed to winners. Virtual participants are not eligible for age category awards. Race Transfers: Participants can transfer between events, including between in-person and virtual, for a fee of $10.00 (plus the difference in event cost) through Saturday, October 3. If you registered for an in-person event and do not attend, we will not mail your race packet! Pre-Race Packet Pickup Time/Location: Pre-Race Packet Pickup information will be released later this summer. Participants are able to pick up packets for friends and family. Medals are not included with in-person race packets. Medals are received at the finish line! Additional FAQs and Event-Day Information can be found here. What is included with registration? Custom 6.6K short-sleeve tech shirt (mens, womens & youth sizes available) Custom 6.6K finishing medal Raffle ticket - participants are entered to win great Penguins prizes and signed memorabilia in the Pittsburgh Penguins 6.6K Raffle. Winners will be selected virtually, and prizes will be mailed after the event. Special Penguins Ticket Offer for 6.6K Participants! This offer is good for exclusive ticket discounts to two games during the 2026-27 season: October 5 vs the Winnipeg Jets and November 3 vs the Vegas Golden Knights. The ticket link and additional information will be provided to registrants soon! Run the 6.6K Virtually Through October 4: Can’t make it to Pittsburgh on October 4? Join the Virtual 6.6K and register to run your Virtual 6.6K anytime between your registration date and October 4. Please make sure to enter your virtual race time by October 4 by following the instructions in your confirmation email. You are able to enter your time manually. You do not need to upload an image of your time! You must submit your time in order to receive the race shirt and medal. Virtual Race packets will be mailed the week of October 12. Shirt, medal and any earned fundraising prizes will be mailed together. Please follow the Mario Lemieux Foundation and Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation social media accounts for promotions and additional information!
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Race Travel Insurance
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Pittsburgh, PA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
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and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
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When is 2026 Pittsburgh Penguins 6.6K Run and Family Walk presented by Highmark 2026 — Pittsburgh, PA?
2026 Pittsburgh Penguins 6.6K Run and Family Walk presented by Highmark 2026 — Pittsburgh, PA takes place on October 4, 2026. The race is held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Where is 2026 Pittsburgh Penguins 6.6K Run and Family Walk presented by Highmark 2026 — Pittsburgh, PA held?
2026 Pittsburgh Penguins 6.6K Run and Family Walk presented by Highmark 2026 — Pittsburgh, PA is held at 1001 Fifth Avenue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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