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Angie Gioiosa Memorial 4th of July Race

Sat July 4, 2026

Events

15k Run

Time: 7:30AM EDT 11:00AM EDT

5k Run

Time: 8:00AM EDT 11:00AM EDT

2 Mile Walk

Time: 8:05AM EDT 11:00AM EDT

Race Website

Additional race information can be found at https://www.blairregionalymca.org/race-series/july-4th-angie-gioiosa-memorial-race/.

Place

In honor of the America 250 celebration, race packets will ONLY be available for pickup on the stage of the Historic Mishler Theatre.

Description

REGISTRATION
The first 1000 participants will be guaranteed a t-shirt. If you lose your bib and need it replaced, a $5 fee will be 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 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. 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 immediately following the races, register on the day of the 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

In honor of the America 250 celebration, race packets will ONLY be available for pickup on the stage of the Historic Mishler Theatre.

 Come start the celebration with us on the stage for photo ops, tours of the Mishler Theatre, special downtown Altoona business deals, and MORE!


BEFORE THE RACE
The Mishler Theatre, Altoona, PA
July 3, 11:00 am to 6:30 pm
DAY OF THE RACE
Race day packet pick-up will be available from 6:30 am to 7:30 am in front of the Center City Church, Altoona, PA.
 


DAY OF THE RACE
Race packets will be available at the pre-registration table on 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

Race Contact Info

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Directions

In honor of the America 250 celebration, race packets will ONLY be available for pickup on the stage of the Historic Mishler Theatre.

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