Angie Gioiosa Memorial 4th of July Race
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Altoona, Pennsylvania
- Price $28.81
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Angie Gioiosa Memorial 4th of July Race, taking place on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in the vibrant city of Altoona, Blair County! This exciting event features a variety of distances to accommodate all fitness levels, including a certified 15K and a 5K run, both starting at the historic Mishler Theatre and finishing at the scenic Heritage Plaza. For those looking for a more leisurely pace, there’s also a 2-mile walk that promises a fun challenge for competitive walkers and families alike.
The festivities don’t stop there! Little ones aged 6 and under can participate in the Lollipop Fun Run, ensuring everyone joins in the Independence Day celebration. Participants are encouraged to register early for a guaranteed t-shirt, and the first 1000 registrants will receive one. Packet pick-up will be available on July 3rd at the Mishler Theatre, where you can enjoy photo ops and explore special deals from downtown Altoona businesses. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, friendly competition, and awards for top finishers across various age categories. Celebrate freedom and fitness in style at the Angie Gioiosa Memorial 4th of July Race!
The festivities don’t stop there! Little ones aged 6 and under can participate in the Lollipop Fun Run, ensuring everyone joins in the Independence Day celebration. Participants are encouraged to register early for a guaranteed t-shirt, and the first 1000 registrants will receive one. Packet pick-up will be available on July 3rd at the Mishler Theatre, where you can enjoy photo ops and explore special deals from downtown Altoona businesses. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, friendly competition, and awards for top finishers across various age categories. Celebrate freedom and fitness in style at the Angie Gioiosa Memorial 4th of July Race!
Organiser's 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 [http://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
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 [http://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
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