Despite the rainy weather, many people came out to celebrate the return of the Pittsburgh Marathon yesterday with Councilman Bill Peduto in Bloomfield.

Guests enjoyed breakfast food and warm coffee, made signs for their favorite runners, and cheered on the record number of marathon participants.

Guests also enjoyed live music from national recording artist Emily Rodgers, and Pittsburgh’s own Lohio.

Check out the Flickr page for even more photos.

Where can you watch live bands, eat breakfast food, and watch the return of the Pittsburgh Marathon from a prime location along the route – all for free?  

Councilman Bill Peduto’s mega marathon party is the Pittsburgh Marathon Party that you have been waiting for!  Join us this Sunday, May 3 and celebrate the return of a Pittsburgh tradition, featuring live performances by national recording artist Emily Rodgers, and Pittsburgh’s own Lohio.

Sunday May 3, 2009
9:00am – 12:30pm
Corner of Baum Blvd. and Liberty Ave.

Walking and biking to the party is encouraged.  Limited, first come, first serve parking will be available in the lot of Cafe Sam, across the street from our party site.  

If you plan on driving, remember to plan your route ahead of time - click here for a list of street closing times and locations.

We are looking for several volunteers to help us make this party a success – if you are interested in helping please email us!