Race of Champions
- Date Sat 28th March 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Altoona, Pennsylvania
- Price $28.81
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Join us for the 5th Annual Race of Champions on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in Altoona, Blair, an inspiring event that celebrates resilience and determination! This uplifting race encourages participants to champion for themselves and their loved ones, honoring the spirit of Ken Brumbaugh, a courageous cancer survivor and beloved member of the running community.
Runners can choose between a fast-paced 5K route and a scenic 2-mile walk/run, both starting and finishing at the Blair Candy Company. The 5K course takes you through the rolling hills of Altoona, while the 2-mile option offers a delightful journey through the area's beautiful landscape. Early registration is recommended to secure a long sleeve t-shirt, as the first 350 participants will receive one! Join us for an exciting day filled with camaraderie, competition, and an awards ceremony to recognize top finishers across various age categories. Don’t miss out on this vibrant kickoff to the running season—be part of a community that champions overcoming challenges!
Runners can choose between a fast-paced 5K route and a scenic 2-mile walk/run, both starting and finishing at the Blair Candy Company. The 5K course takes you through the rolling hills of Altoona, while the 2-mile option offers a delightful journey through the area's beautiful landscape. Early registration is recommended to secure a long sleeve t-shirt, as the first 350 participants will receive one! Join us for an exciting day filled with camaraderie, competition, and an awards ceremony to recognize top finishers across various age categories. Don’t miss out on this vibrant kickoff to the running season—be part of a community that champions overcoming challenges!
Organiser's Description
WHAT IS THE RACE OF CHAMPIONS?
Champion is defined as a person who fights or argues for a cause or on behalf of someone else.
The 5th Annual Race of Champions, formerly known as the Ken Brumbaugh Memorial Run, is a celebration of all people who have overcome challenges in life. In keeping with the memory of Ken, a courageous cancer survivor and enthusiastic member of the local running community, we invite all people to participate and champion for themselves and loved ones to kick off the running season.
REGISTRATION:
The first 350 participants are guaranteed a long sleeve t-shirt. Please register early to guarantee yourself a t-shirt as we cannot guarantee t-shirts the week of the race.
Racers must wear race number to show that you are a race participant. You will have a certain color bib pertaining to what race you are participating in. If you want to change races, you may do so by calling the Blair Regional YMCA at 695-4467 before race day. NO CHANGES ON RACE DAY! If you lose your bib or need a new one issued, for any reason, there will be a $5 fee assessed. For safety reasons, headsets of any kind and pets are not permitted.
NO race registration reimbursements. Remember, if you cannot make it to the event, your registration fee is going towards a good cause.
RACE PACKET PICK-UP:
BEFORE THE RACE, race packets will be available at the Blair Regional YMCA Thursday, March 27th from 12:00pm to 8:30 pm and Friday, March 28th from 5:00am to 7:00pm.
THE DAY OF THE RACE, race packets are available for pick up at Blair Candy, Altoona PA from 6:30 to 7:45am.
COURSE INFORMATION:
5K ROUTE: Starting at Blair Candy Company, participants will proceed down a flat course on Beale Avenue past Cesare Battisti and will proceed through the rolling hills of Broad Avenue before heading back to the finish line at Blair Candy Company.
2MILE WALK/RUN: Our first 2 mile course of the year will start out at Blair Candy Company and we follow through the rolling hills of Altoona before looping back to Broad Avenue and finishing at Blair Candy Company.
AWARDS CEREMONY:
Awards will be given out immediately following the race. We will be awarding medals for the following categories:
5k Run- Top 3 overall finishers
2m Run & 2m Walk- Overall top finishers
Awards will also be given out to the top three male and female finishers in the 5k Run, 2m Run, and 2m Walk 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
Award winners are asked to remain for the Awards Ceremony as no awards will be mailed.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:
We are looking for volunteers to help as road marshals along the race course. As a road marshal you will receive a race t-shirt and food after the race. Ask a friend, family member or co-worker to come along with you and enjoy all the excitement of helping out and cheering on the race participants!
If you are interested in volunteering for the race or have any questions, please contact Frank at 695-4467. We thank you in advance for your volunteered time!
DIRECTIONS/PARKING:
Parking will be available at Blair Candy Company (3421 Beale Avenue, Altoona, PA 16601)
Champion is defined as a person who fights or argues for a cause or on behalf of someone else.
The 5th Annual Race of Champions, formerly known as the Ken Brumbaugh Memorial Run, is a celebration of all people who have overcome challenges in life. In keeping with the memory of Ken, a courageous cancer survivor and enthusiastic member of the local running community, we invite all people to participate and champion for themselves and loved ones to kick off the running season.
REGISTRATION:
The first 350 participants are guaranteed a long sleeve t-shirt. Please register early to guarantee yourself a t-shirt as we cannot guarantee t-shirts the week of the race.
Racers must wear race number to show that you are a race participant. You will have a certain color bib pertaining to what race you are participating in. If you want to change races, you may do so by calling the Blair Regional YMCA at 695-4467 before race day. NO CHANGES ON RACE DAY! If you lose your bib or need a new one issued, for any reason, there will be a $5 fee assessed. For safety reasons, headsets of any kind and pets are not permitted.
NO race registration reimbursements. Remember, if you cannot make it to the event, your registration fee is going towards a good cause.
RACE PACKET PICK-UP:
BEFORE THE RACE, race packets will be available at the Blair Regional YMCA Thursday, March 27th from 12:00pm to 8:30 pm and Friday, March 28th from 5:00am to 7:00pm.
THE DAY OF THE RACE, race packets are available for pick up at Blair Candy, Altoona PA from 6:30 to 7:45am.
COURSE INFORMATION:
5K ROUTE: Starting at Blair Candy Company, participants will proceed down a flat course on Beale Avenue past Cesare Battisti and will proceed through the rolling hills of Broad Avenue before heading back to the finish line at Blair Candy Company.
2MILE WALK/RUN: Our first 2 mile course of the year will start out at Blair Candy Company and we follow through the rolling hills of Altoona before looping back to Broad Avenue and finishing at Blair Candy Company.
AWARDS CEREMONY:
Awards will be given out immediately following the race. We will be awarding medals for the following categories:
5k Run- Top 3 overall finishers
2m Run & 2m Walk- Overall top finishers
Awards will also be given out to the top three male and female finishers in the 5k Run, 2m Run, and 2m Walk 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
Award winners are asked to remain for the Awards Ceremony as no awards will be mailed.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:
We are looking for volunteers to help as road marshals along the race course. As a road marshal you will receive a race t-shirt and food after the race. Ask a friend, family member or co-worker to come along with you and enjoy all the excitement of helping out and cheering on the race participants!
If you are interested in volunteering for the race or have any questions, please contact Frank at 695-4467. We thank you in advance for your volunteered time!
DIRECTIONS/PARKING:
Parking will be available at Blair Candy Company (3421 Beale Avenue, Altoona, PA 16601)
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