Worth the Weight Race 2027 — Johnstown, PA

Date
August 7, 2027
Location
Johnstown, PA
Venue
827 Diamond Blvd.
Start Time
8:00 AM
Sunrise
6:17 AM
Entry Fee
$10.00 – $40.00
Events
Worth the Weight 5K, Worth the Weight 10K, Worth the Weight Kids!
Includes
Shirt
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Welcome to our fifth annual AmeriServ Worth the Weight Race set to take place Saturday, August 8th in Old Westmont. We offer 5K, 10K, Kids Fun Run (WTW Kids!), and virtual options. Worth the Weight Kids! will start at 8 AM and our adult races (5K run/walk and 10K) will start at 8:15 AM. Location is the same: 827 Diamond Blvd. Johnstown, PA 15905 (bathrooms will be available on-site). All routes will feature the quaint and scenic neighborhood of Old Westmont and was recently updated last year to include the beautiful Inclined Plane! Follow the link to watch a video tour of both our 5K and our improved 10K races: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAjG17Jg0zY (special thanks to Dean Banko of Only Eye Athletics for the video) Our race is timed by Runner’s High. We will have food, drinks, and music, as always, as well as prizes (thanks to Roots Kitchen on Main Street). Come out and support our goal of providing comfort by the pound! We can't wait to see you there! Thank you to all our community partners: Local Labor Union #910, Journey Church, USSCO Credit Union, & Family Dentistry Associates. Also, thank you to Starbucks for your in-kind donation every year and Cafe Dodie for partnering with us to give a free coffee after the race each year. Donations to Worth the Weight can be made by following the link here: https://www.cfalleghenies.org/fund/worth-the-weight-fund/

Course & Travel Notes

The Worth the Weight Race takes place in Johnstown, Pennsylvania on August 7th, 2027, with an 8:00 AM start time—so you'll want to arrive well before sunrise at 6:19 AM to get settled. The venue sits at 1,175 feet elevation, which is good to keep in mind as you train. John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County Airport (JST) is just 4.7 miles away, making it super convenient for flying in. Pack layers and rain gear since August typically sees highs around 77°F, lows around 60°F, and there's about a 44% chance of rain on any given day.

⛰️ 1,175 ft elevation☀️ Typically 77°F / 60°F · 44% chance of rain✈️ John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County Airport (JST) — 4.7 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Worth the Weight Race 2027 — Johnstown, PA?

Worth the Weight Race 2027 — Johnstown, PA takes place on August 7, 2027. The race is held in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.

Where is Worth the Weight Race 2027 — Johnstown, PA held?

Worth the Weight Race 2027 — Johnstown, PA is held at 827 Diamond Blvd. in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.

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