Worth the Weight Race

  • Date Sat 9th August 2025
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Johnstown, Pennsylvania
  • Price $11.60 - $38.10
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, 1 Mile

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Event summary

Get ready for a thrilling day of fun and fitness at the fourth annual Worth the Weight Race, happening on Saturday, August 9th, 2025, in the charming neighborhood of Johnstown, Cambria! This exciting event offers something for everyone, featuring a 5K run/walk, a 10K race, and a delightful Kids Fun Run (WTW Kids!) that kicks off at 8 AM, followed by the adult races starting at 8:15 AM. Participants will enjoy scenic routes that meander through the picturesque streets of Westmont, including the recently reopened Edgehill Drive, offering stunning views past the Inclined Plane.

Join us at 827 Diamond Blvd, Johnstown, PA 15905, where you can expect a festive atmosphere complete with food, drinks, and lively music. Don’t miss out on the chance to win fantastic prizes from local favorites like O'Sheas, Rays, and Stuver's Nurseries, along with awards for the top three male and female finishers! This event is not just about racing; it’s about community, support, and making a difference. Come out to run, cheer, and help us provide comfort by the pound. We can't wait to see you there!

Organiser's Description

Welcome to our fourth annual Ameriserv Bank Worth the Weight Race set to take place Saturday, August 9th 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 Westmont and was recently updated AGAIN this year as Edgehill Drive has now re-opened, so we can run past the 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 including from O'Sheas, Rays and Stuver's Nurseries. Additionally, we have prizes for our top three finishing males AND top three finishing females! 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/

Races

  • Worth the Weight 5K

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 9th August 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $27.50

    For anyone aged 8 and above Race route preview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAjG17Jg0zY Written Directions: Begin in the gravel parking area for Stackhouse Park. Runners will traverse Luzerne Street and will turn left on Bucknell Avenue followed by a right-hand turn onto Tioga Street. They will follow the curve onto Edgehill Drive and take this road all the way to The Westmont Grove where the turn-around/water-station will be located. Runners will make their way back onto Edgehill Drive and turn right onto Clarion Street followed by a left onto Bucknell Avenue and another left onto Venango Street, and then a right onto Edgehill Drive and another right onto Erie Street. Runners will, again, turn left onto Bucknell until they reach Tioga Street, in which theyll turn right and will follow Tioga until it becomes Hood Avenue (another left-hand turn) before, finally, returning to Luzerne Street and reaching the finish line at the end of Westmont Elementary Schools parking lot.
  • Worth the Weight 10K

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 9th August 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $38.10

    For anyone aged 12 and older Race route preview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAjG17Jg0zY Written Directions: Begin in the gravel parking area for Stackhouse Park. Runners will traverse Luzerne Street and will turn left on Bucknell Avenue followed by a right-hand turn onto Tioga Street. They will follow the curve onto Edgehill Drive and take this road all the way to The Westmont Grove where the turnaround/water-station will be located. Runners will make their way back onto Edgehill Drive and turn right onto Clarion Street followed by a left onto Bucknell Avenue and another left onto Venango Street, and then a right onto Edgehill Drive and another right onto Erie Street. Runners will, again, turn left onto Bucknell until they reach Tioga Street, in which theyll turn right and will follow Tioga until it becomes Hood Avenue (another left-hand turn) before, finally, returning to Luzerne Street and will continue to Menoher Blvd where they will veer right. Runners will continue on Menoher until reaching Sunnehanna Drive where they will turn right and continue down this road. They will turn left onto Emmett Drive and then right onto Club Drive. Slight left onto Pomona Drive and follow it to Omar Drive. Sharp left back onto Emmett and follow it the whole way to Club Drive where you will turn right, then right again onto Paulton Street. Once runners meet Mary Drive, they will turn left and then right onto Thermal Avenue. The second water station will be in front of the back driveway to the Rainbow Room Preschool (no outlet). Runners will hook onto Kemmer Street after rehydrating. They will then encounter Sunnehanna Drive, where they will turn right and then left onto Menoher Boulevard, remaining on the left side of the street. They will follow Menoher, veer left onto Luzerne Street, and then finally, turn right at the edge of the grassy median and cross the finish line.
  • Worth the Weight Kids!

    Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 9th August 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $11.60

    For any child up to 7 years old.. this is a great way to include everyone in the family while ensuring the safety and health of your littles.
  • Worth the Weight Virtual Race

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    $27.50

    For our friends and family who live too far to make it to our event, we've added a virtual option! Run/walk a 5K and get your T-shirt / goodie bag in the mail. Take a picture and tag us on social media (@WorthTheWeightPA) to show your route.

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827 Diamond Blvd., Johnstown, 15905, PA, United States

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