Angie Gioiosa Memorial 4th of July Race 2026 — Altoona, PA

Date
July 4, 2026
Location
Altoona, PA
Venue
1208 12th Ave
Start Time
7:30 AM
Entry Fee
$26.00 – $35.00
Events
15k Run, 5k Run, 2 Mile Walk
Includes
T-Shirt
REGISTRATION The first 1000 participants will be guaranteed a tshirt. If you lose your bib and need replaced, there will be a $5 fee assessed. There will be no race changes on race day. Please contact the YMCA if you wish to change your race. Online registration closes Thursday, July 3 at 11a. DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION Race registration for the day of the race is only available from 6:30a to 7:30a at the top of the street from the Mishler Theatre (12th Ave Downtown Altoona). COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 15K/5K CERTIFIED RUNS The 15k and the 5k runs start at the Mishler Theatre in historic downtown Altoona and wind through the city, finishing at the Heritage Plaza within sight of the railways that put Altoona on the map. . 2 MILE WALK A challenging course with a variety of grades, this is fun for competitive walkers and families alike! LOLLIPOP FUN RUN RACE A run for kids 6 & under immediatly following the races, register day of event. Goodie bags will be provided for participants. DUE TO SAFETY

Angie Gioiosa Memorial 4th of July Race 2026 — Altoona, PA

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