Angie Gioiosa Memorial 4th of July Race
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 1208 12th Ave, Altoona, PA
- Distance
- 15k Run · 5k Run · 2 Mile Walk
From the Organizer
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 CONCERNS PLEASE REFRAIN FROM WEARING HEADPHONES.
Race Maps at: www.BlairRegionalYMCA.org
RACE PACKET PICK-UP
BEFORE THE RACE
Race packets are available at the Blair Regional YMCA on Thursday, July 3 from 5am-9pm.
DAY OF THE RACE
Race packets will be available at the Pre-registration table 12th Ave Downtown Altoona from
6:30a-7:30a.
AWARDS CEREMONY
Awards will be given out immediately following all races. Please remain as no awards will be mailed. Awards to:
Top 3 overall - 15k & 5k male & female; Overall Walk -male & female; Top three male & female finishers in the following age categories:
6-8, 9-11, 12-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34,
35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64,
65-69, 70 & Over
SPECIAL AWARDS
Jones Funeral Home Award to 15k male overall
C&G Bank Award to 15k female overall
Lee Baranik Award to 5k male overall age 13-17
Angie Gioiosa Award to 5k male overall age 18-24
John Foreman Award to 5k male & female age 12 & U
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
81°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Altoona 3 W, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Altoona, PA
Population
43,508
as of 2023
Elevation
1,173 ft
Nearest Airport
AOO
Altoona Blair County Airport · 15 mi
Major Hub
PIT
Pittsburgh International Airport · 96 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- Race
- Angie Gioiosa Memorial 4th of July Race
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 1208 12th Ave, Altoona, PA
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Angie Gioiosa Memorial 4th of July Race?
- Angie Gioiosa Memorial 4th of July Race is a running race held in Altoona, Pennsylvania on July 4, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Angie Gioiosa Memorial 4th of July Race?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Altoona, Pennsylvania at 1208 12th Ave, Altoona, PA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Angie Gioiosa Memorial 4th of July Race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Angie Gioiosa Memorial 4th of July Race
Jul 4, 2026