The Pierogi 5K Walk/Run takes place on Innovation Way in Hermitage, Pennsylvania on July 18, 2026. The event offers three distance options: a 1-mile option, a 5K, and a 5-mile run, giving participants flexibility in choosing their competitive distance. The race typically starts at 8:30 AM. Entry fees range from $8 to $30 depending on registration timing and distance selected. This event welcomes both runners and walkers, making it accessible to athletes across fitness levels. If you're traveling to the area for the race, you'll find Hermitage conveniently located in western Pennsylvania's Mercer County.
From the Race Organizer
Join us for our 6th annual event! Start: 1-Mile Walk (8:30am), Kids 1/4 Mile Fun Run (8:45am), 5K (9:00am) Location: Butler Community College LindenPointe parking lot, Hermitage, Pa 16148 Each runner with receive Pierogi’s with assorted topping after the race! Proceeds: St John's Orthodox Church 5K Awards: Top 3 Overall Male & Female. 5K Age Groups: Top 3 in each age group. 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59,60-69, 70 & Up. Fee: 1-Mile Walk ($25) & 5K ($30). Both include event t-shirt & finisher medal. Same day registrations cannot be guaranteed a shirt/medal. Kids Fun Run ($8) includes participation medal and optional add-on event t-shirt. Finisher medals to the first 150 registered participants! Medals SOLD OUT on 7/15 Contact Information: Laura Fette @ lbstigliano@gmail.com This is the 6th year for our race! This event has grown so much, and I wanted to share what you can expect on race day!  🥟 Homemade Pierogies: Yes, the rumors are true! We will have delicious, fresh, homemade pierogies waiting for you at the finish line to fuel your recovery. ☕️Giovanni’s Coffee Truck: Need a morning jolt? Giovanni’s will be on-site bright and early serving up premium coffee and espresso drinks. Another Chance Animal Rescue: We are so excited to host this wonderful organization. They will be bringing along a few adorable, adoptable animals who would love to find their forever homes. Come say hi and show them some love! 📸 Ano & Co. Photography has been a supporter of this race since it started. They will provide professional, digital photos available for download of the start/finish, action shots of the race, the medal ceremony, and all the other fun that will be had at this event! 🎵🎟️ This year we will also feature a DJ to get the energy going for this event. We are excited to have this addition to our already fun race day ambiance! 🏃🏼♀️🏃🏼🏃🏽♂️5k races have evolved over the past few years, and we are excited to be here for it! This race is timed by the best in business GCXC Racing - Youngstown. They have designed fantastic medals for ALL participants! We are inviting all runners, walkers, stroller-pushers, and everyone at any level of running. There will also be an awards ceremony for our age group winners! Linden Pointe is a really fun area to have a 5K, and our race is a great reason to get outside and enjoy! We invite all of you to come be a part of our 6th Annual Pierogi 5k Walk/Run!
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 8.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Hermitage, PA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
Pierogi 5k Walk/Run 2026 — Hermitage, PA takes place on August 8, 2026. The race is held in Hermitage, Pennsylvania.
Where is Pierogi 5k Walk/Run 2026 — Hermitage, PA held?
Pierogi 5k Walk/Run 2026 — Hermitage, PA is held at Innovation Way in Hermitage, Pennsylvania.
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