Worth the Weight Race 2026 — Johnstown, PA

Date
August 8, 2026
Location
Johnstown, PA
Venue
827 Diamond Blvd.
Start Time
8:00 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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The Worth the Weight Race takes place on August 8, 2026, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, at 827 Diamond Boulevard. The event offers running distances of 1 mile and 6.2 miles, with a typical start time of 8:00 AM. Entry fees range from $10 to $40 depending on distance and registration timing. If you're unable to travel to Johnstown, a virtual participation option is available, allowing you to complete your chosen distance on your own course and submit your time. This flexibility makes the race accessible whether you're training locally or want to participate remotely while traveling to another event.

From the Race Organizer
Welcome to our fifth annual 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) We will have food, drinks, and music, as always, as well as LOTS of prizes which will be announced at a later date. Additionally, we have prizes for our top finishers, as always! Come out and support our goal of providing comfort by the pound! We can't wait to see you there! Donations to Worth the Weight can be made by following the link here: https://www.cfalleghenies.org/fund/worth-the-weight-fund/

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Worth the Weight Race 2026 — Johnstown, PA?

Worth the Weight Race 2026 — Johnstown, PA takes place on August 8, 2026. The race is held in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.

Where is Worth the Weight Race 2026 — Johnstown, PA held?

Worth the Weight Race 2026 — Johnstown, PA is held at 827 Diamond Blvd. in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.

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