IWL 5K logo
RunningRace day in 47 days

IWL 5K

Date
July 25, 2026
Distance
5K Run/Walk · 3K Fun Walk
Register →

From the Organizer

It’s a Wonderful Life 5K and Christmas in July Festival

Join us on July 25th, 2026 for our It’s a Wonderful Life 5K and Christmas in July Festival!

Run starts at 8 AM.

The run starts and ends in Downtown Indiana, PA.

Athletes registered online by June 25th, 2026 are guaranteed a race t-shirt.  T-shirts are an additional $10 on top of registration. No shows forfeit t-shirts. Each athlete participating will receive a special gift for running in our event! 

We know the cause for a 5k is important to our racers and we thank you for this! Profits from the race will support the Its a Wonderful Life Parade in Downtown Indiana! 

Events

5K Run/Walk8 AMRegister →
3K Fun Walk8 AMRegister →

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

83°

Typical Low

59°

Chance of Rain

43%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Indiana 3 Se, 3 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:08 AMSunset 8:40 PMDaylight 14h 32m

Host City

About Indiana, PA

Population

14,170

as of 2023

Elevation

1,306 ft

Nearest Airport

JST

John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County Airport · 27 mi

Major Hub

PIT

Pittsburgh International Airport · 57 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at IWL 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

47

Days to train

Race
IWL 5K
Date
July 25, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

Read the Guide

Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the IWL 5K?
IWL 5K is a running race held in Indiana, Pennsylvania on July 25, 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 IWL 5K?
Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Indiana, Pennsylvania at 1 North 7th Street, Indiana, PA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the IWL 5K?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

IWL 5K

Jul 25, 2026

Register →