First National Bank presents the 2nd Annual STEEL VALLEY STRIDES 5K: A Run thru History!
Schedule
Sun Apr 12 2026 at 08:00 am to 11:00 am
UTC-04:00Location
Golden Age Beer Co. | Homestead, PA
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Join First National Bank as they present the 2nd Annual Steel Valley Strides 5K with Steel Valley Accelerator and GCXC Racing, a community run/walk celebrating the people, places, and stories that shaped the Steel Valley!We call it “A Run Through History!” Run through the historic three boroughs of Steel Valley!
And we’re inviting all runners, businesses, nonprofits, families, and community groups to form teams and dress as historical figures, cultural or local icons connected to historic Homestead and the Steel Valley!
Think.. Andrew Carnegie, Jeff Goldblum, Josh Gibson & the Homestead Grays, steel mill workers that helped build America, legendary locals, artists, and innovators! You could be “Carnegie’s Crew,” the “Grays of Glory,” the “Steel Valley Steelers” or dress as ‘Bill Campbell!’ (costumes not required to race… but really fun). You can FORM a TEAM in registration!
Race Options:
Flat, fast 5K with professional GCXC race timing and age-group awards
or
Untimed, family-friendly 1-mile walk, perfect for all ages and abilities
Post-Race Celebration!
New Ways to Win Awards & Prizes!
Along with standard GCXC racing age-group awards, additional prizes sponsored by Steel Valley Accelerator will be awarded for: Best Individual Costume, Best Team Costume, Most Creative, Team Spirit, Largest Registered Team (special prize included).
After crossing the finish line, stick around for the post-race runners party featuring; a pour from Golden Age Beer Co., a scoop of Millie’s Homemade Ice Cream, costume prize winners, live DJ and emcee, local organizations, vendors and community celebrations!
START/FINISH at Golden Age Beer Co. 337 E 8th Avenue
RACE START: 8:30AM - Festivities 8-11am
Come out to run, walk, or cheer and celebrate!
Why this event matters?
First National Bank and Steel Valley Strides 5K support Steel Valley Accelerator’s mission to help entrepreneurs and small businesses launch, grow, and thrive through low-interest loans, façade grants, technical assistance, and educational programming.
We are currently securing event sponsors at Gold, Silver, and Bronze partnership levels. Sponsorship benefits include strong brand visibility both digitally but before, during, and after the event, on-site live engagement with community members with a reserved space, and alignment with economic development leaders efforts across Homestead, Munhall, and West Homestead.
Why support? 1) High-visibility community event with broad local participation. 2) Direct support of small business growth & revitalization. 3) Engagement with families, entrepreneurs, and regional partners. 4) Positive brand alignment with community investment and history. Ask us more info on sponsorship? [email protected]
Steel Valley Accelerator is THE 501(c)(3) economic development nonprofit driving business growth in Homestead, Munhall, and West Homestead, PA. Since 1996, we’ve provided millions of dollars in low-interest loans, as well as façade grants and hands-on support to help entrepreneurs launch, expand, and thrive. As a one-stop resource for local businesses, we simplify the process of opening and growing across our three boroughs – fueling a stronger, more vibrant Steel Valley.
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Where is it happening?
Golden Age Beer Co., 337 E 8th Ave, Homestead, PA 15120-1517, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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