Saint Aidan Harvest Home Twilight 5k
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Event Overview
The Saint Aidan Harvest Home Twilight event is a running event held on a Friday in September in Allison Park, Pennsylvania. It features a 5k road race and a 1 mile fun run for children and youth. The event is organized by St. Aidan Parish and Blessed Francis Seelos Academy, with proceeds supporting these organizations. This edition marks the 9th running of the event.
Distances
- 5k: There are two separate events for this distance. The 5k Adult event is for participants aged 16 and over. The 5k Child event is for ages 1-15.
- 1 mile fun run: This event is for participants aged 15 and under.
- The Seelos Double: A special combination event where participants aged 15 and under can complete both the 1 mile and the 5k.
Course and Location
The event takes place at the Harmar Pavilion in North Park, located on South Ridge Drive. The 5k course is a two-loop, wheel-measured route that starts and ends on South Ridge Drive, across from the pavilion and Pie Traynor Field. The kids' 1-mile fun run follows a shorter loop that uses part of the 5k course.
Event Details
The race is timed by Miles of Smiles Timing Service, with results posted on their website. Pre-race packet pickup is scheduled for the Thursday before the event at Blessed Francis Seelos Academy in Wexford, PA. Race day registration is available at the Harmar Pavilion.
Awards are given for both the 5k and the 1 mile. For the 5k, these include trophies for the top three overall male and female finishers, top three masters (over 40) male and female, and top three handcycle finishers. Age group awards are also given. Special awards include a medal for first-time 5k participants and a Seelos Double medal for those completing both races. For the 1 mile, awards are given to the top five overall male and female finishers and the top five in various age groups.
Parking is available at the North Park Pool Parking Lot, with a walk required to reach the Harmar Pavilion. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
