Wild Path Outdoor Festival
Description
Wild Path Outdoor Festival is a celebration of movement, community, and outdoor play at Boyce Park.
Join us October 3 for an inclusive day built around three ways to move: trail running, climbing, and Ride/Roll. Whether you are trying something new, bringing the family out for the day, competing, or coming to cheer on the action, Wild Path is designed to make the outdoors more accessible, welcoming, and fun for everyone.
The festival will feature trail-running events, a bouldering competition at Boyce Park’s public climbing amenity, mountain biking, skate and BMX programming, clinics, youth and family activities, and plenty of opportunities to connect with Pittsburgh’s outdoor community.
Most public programming is free to attend. Registration is required for select competitions, capacity-limited clinics, introductory sessions, and youth activities. Competitive events are open until noon, Friday October 2 or until capacity is reached.
Come find your path, try something new, and help build a more connected outdoor community.
Festival Schedule
- 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Intro to Bouldering
Show up to try climbing alongside professional climbing coaches. Get tips on how to get started climbing, so you can have fun and improve fast. Registration required. Tickets are FREE.
- 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Community Trail Run
Explore the trails of Boyce Park alongside community with multiple pace setters. Registration required. Tickets are FREE.
- 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
BMX Lesson
Get a feel for BMX with guided instruction. Practice foundational skills and build confidence on your bike.
- 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Pump Track Time Trial
Put your riding skills to the clock. The fastest lap will win prizes.
- 11:00 am - 11:45 am
Yoga & Mobility
Take a moment to stretch, breathe, and move with intention. Refresh your body between festival activities. There is a participant cap, registration required.
- 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Skate Lesson
Step onto a skateboard or into skates and build your confidence with guided instruction. Explore the basics of balance and movement.
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
BikePGH Try It
Connect with BikePGH for an introduction to biking.
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Pennsylvania Interscholastic Cycling League Try It
Come try mountain biking with the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Cycling League (PICL). This beginner-friendly activation will give participants the chance to learn basic mountain biking skills, play fun bike games, and explore the sport with experienced coaches. No prior experience is necessary. Bikes and helmets available to borrow. Get ready to ride.
- 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Boulder Competition Qualification
Beginner, Intermediate, and Open competitors take on the boulder wall. Come compete or spectate.
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Slackline
Find your balance and give slacklining a try. Walk up participants welcome.
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
BMX Athlete Showcase
Watch BMX athletes show off their skills in an energetic showcase.
- 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Boulder Competition Finals
Catch the action as top Open competitors tackle the final climbing challenges and compete for the podium.
- 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Boulder Competition Podiums
Join us to recognize standout performances across the competition divisions and close out the festival together.
Saturday Climbing Competition Format
Competition Field
Beginner: 20 Female | 20 Male
Intermediate: 20 Female | 20 Male
Open: 20 Female | 20 Male
Competition Schedule
12:00–3:00 pm: Redpoint qualification for all competitors
3:00–3:30 pm: Score verification
3:45 pm: Elite finalists announced
4:30 pm: Finalist check-in and briefing
5:00–6:30pm: Elite showcase final and podium presentation
Times may be adjusted slightly based on event-day operations, weather, or safety considerations.
Awards
Awards will be presented in the following categories:
Beginner Female & Male: Podium recognition and non-cash prizes or festival merchandise
Intermediate Female & Male: Podium recognition and non-cash prizes or festival merchandise
Open Female & Male: Podium recognition and a cash purse
Cash-purse amounts and distribution will be announced separately.
Additional competition details can be found here.
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