Sweat For Vets Challenge
- Date
- November 1, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Challenge Run/Walk · 10K Challenge Run · Young Recruits Race (Ages 5-12 only)
From the Organizer
On Sunday, November 2, 2025, runners, hikers, and walkers will join in supporting Veterans by participating in the Sweat For Vets Challenge at the Brush Mountain Sportsmen’s Association in Altoona, Pennsylvania. There will be a 10K and 5K trail race as well as a 5K trail walk for participants to choose from. The 10K race will be a challenging course scaling the Allegheny Mountains. A 5K race and walk will also be conducted in support of local Veterans. All events will begin and finish at the Brush Mountain Sportsmen’s Association located in Pinecroft.
10K race Starts at 11 AM.
5k Run/Walk will follow at 11:05AM (Walkers please line up towards the back to allow runners ahead.
1/2 Mile Young Recruits Race will start at noon.
Please stay for awards and post race party!
Please feel free to post a picture using the #sweat4vetschallenge (or whatever hashtag we have??) when you complete it!
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
55°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
45%
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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Days to train
- Race
- Sweat For Vets Challenge
- Date
- November 1, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Sweat For Vets Challenge?
- Sweat For Vets Challenge is a running race held in Altoona, Pennsylvania on November 1, 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 Sweat For Vets Challenge?
- Sunday, November 1, 2026 in Altoona, Pennsylvania at 100 Brush Mountain Raod, Altoona, PA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Sweat For Vets Challenge?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Sweat For Vets Challenge
Nov 1, 2026