Worth the Weight Race
- Date
- August 8, 2026
- Location
- 827 Diamond Blvd., Johnstown, PA
- Distance
- Worth the Weight 5K · Worth the Weight 10K · Worth the Weight Kids! & more
From the 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/
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
78°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
45%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Johnstown Cambria Co Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Johnstown, PA
Population
18,245
as of 2023
Elevation
1,163 ft
Nearest Airport
JST
John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
PIT
Pittsburgh International Airport · 71 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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Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Worth the Weight Race?
- Worth the Weight Race is a running race held in Johnstown, Pennsylvania on August 8, 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 Worth the Weight Race?
- Saturday, August 8, 2026 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania at 827 Diamond Blvd., Johnstown, PA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Worth the Weight Race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Worth the Weight Race
Aug 8, 2026