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Ready to kick off marathon weekend with energy, excitement, and plenty of race weekend swag? Whether you’re running the DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, UPMC Pittsburgh Half Marathon, FedEx Pittsburgh Marathon Relay, or just tagging along for the vibes, the Pittsburgh Live Well Expo presented by GNC is your first stop to gear up and get inspired.

 

💪 Visit the GNC booth for free product samples, expert wellness advice, and everything you need to support your health journey during race weekend and beyond.

👟 Stop by to see DICK’S Sporting Goods and Brooks Running to shop the latest Pittsburgh Marathon footwear, grab some one of a kind photos, and take home a customized Brooks Running reusable bag.

🏃‍♂️ Grab your DICK’S House of Sport Scorecard Scavenger Hunt, back for year two! This interactive experience lets you explore the Expo and earn cool prizes as you complete check-ins at different booths.

🎽 Shop the Official Pittsburgh Marathon Merchandise at the 4RUN2 booth, including limited-edition gear and collectibles. Don’t miss your chance to snag Gnorman, the official Pittsburgh Marathon gnome—only 262 available!

💆‍♀️ Recover like a pro with OOFOS, the official recovery partner of the Pittsburgh Marathon. Slide into a pair of their recovery sandals and feel the difference post-race.

🥤 Refuel with a giveaway from Turner Dairy, the official fuel of the Marathon, and stay refreshed all weekend long.

🎨 Create a friendship bracelet and help build community by adding your artistic touch to a giant custom Pittsburgh Marathon coloring wall at the UPMC Health Plan booth—a fun, family-friendly way to relax, get creative, and celebrate race weekend together.

🎡 Spin the prize wheel at Chick-fil-A Pittsburgh and grab fun giveaways while snapping a photo at their always-popular 360 photo booth.

🐟 Visit Chicken of the Sea to spin the First Year Mover Prize Wheel, where new participants can score exclusive goodies to celebrate their first Pittsburgh Marathon experience.

📸 Take a photo at the KeyBank Run for a Reason backdrop, and collect some motivation and race-day inspiration swag while you’re there.

🛍️ Explore the retail zone with must-haves from Garmin, Honey Stinger, Busy Beaver (the official home improvement store of the Marathon), and HomeTeam Collections for post-race medal and bib displays.

🎉 Ring in your race weekend goals at the Magee-Womens PR Bell, and set the tone for your big day.

📷 Snap photos with iconic backdrops like the city skyline backdrop, the 2025 race map wall, the new 4RUN2 mural, the Armful of Flowers arch, the name wall, and the larger-than-life DICK’S Sporting Goods 26.2 and 13.1 numbers.

🥃 Pick up the official Runner of STEEL whiskey from Wigle Whiskey—a great gift or personal toast to your accomplishment after race day.

🌸 Pre-order your official finisher bouquet from Armful of Flowers, available for pick-up at the finish line for a picture-perfect celebration.

☕ Get your caffeine fix from Urban Trail Coffee right on the show floor, and check out their exclusive 4RUNBREW merchandise and accessories to commemorate race weekend.

🥫 Support the Microsoft x Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank by donating non-perishables. Make an impact beyond the race—and be entered to win a pair of Brooks shoes and a 2026 Pittsburgh Marathon race entry!

🏆 Don’t miss your chance to pose with the 2025 U.S. Open Championship Trophy—available Saturday only from 12–2 PM for an unforgettable photo opportunity.

🧃 Swing by the Neversecond booth to sample the official on-course nutrition of the Pittsburgh Marathon—perfect for finalizing your fueling plan.

 

Whether you’re picking up your bib or just joining the fun, the Pittsburgh Live Well Expo presented by GNC is your gateway to a weekend of fitness, fun, and community. See you there!