5 running, walking, cycling, and other events in Johnstown, Pennsylvania

Join us for the Shamrock Shake 5K Run & Walk inside the Johnstown Galleria Mall, a spirited and festive fun run that combines the thrill of fitness with the joy of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations! Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join us for a lively event filled with green vibes, camaraderie, and a dash of Irish luck.

Race Start Times:

• Walkers Race Starts at 8 a.m.

• Runners Race Starts at 8:30 a.m.

Event Highlights:

St. Paddy’s Day Spectacle: Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of St. Patrick’s Day as you run through a course adorned with shamrocks, leprechauns, and all things green. Feel the spirit of the Irish with every step.

Costume Extravaganza: Don your most creative and whimsical green-themed costumes – whether you’re a leprechaun, a pot of gold, or just covered head-to-toe in shamrocks, the more festive, the better! Prizes await the most spirited participants.

Family-Friendly Fun: This event is perfect for participants of all ages and fitness levels. Bring your family and friends to share the joy of the Shamrock Shake 5K, creating lasting memories and fostering a sense of community.

Medals & Prizes: Medals will be awarded to the top three male and female runners and the top M&F runners in each of the following age groups: 13 and under, 14-19, 20 - 29, 30 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59, 60 - 69, 70+ ; 1st place male and female walkers will also receive a medal.

Finish Line Festivities: Cross the finish line to cheers and applause as you celebrate your achievement. Enjoy a post-race party that promises to be as lively as the course itself.

Fundraiser for the Y: Embrace the spirit of giving by knowing the event proceeds will go to the Greater Johnstown Community YMCA . Run with purpose and contribute to the well-being of the community.

Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just out for a fun and festive stroll, the Shamrock Shake 5K is an experience that combines fitness, fun, and a touch of Irish magic. So, lace up those green sneakers, grab your lucky charms, and join us for a memorable St. Patrick’s Day celebration on the run!

Timing will be done through the Gingerbread Man Running Company.

Register before 1/31 to get early bird pricing and to ensure a t-shirt!

Kids 5 and under can participate in the walk for free.

Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.

Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event.

Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners.

Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab on the left side of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy.

Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively):

Pre-K 50 Yard Dash

Pre-K 75 Yard Dash

Kindergarten & 1st Grade

2nd & 3rd Grade

4th & 5th Grade

6th to 8th Grade

Challenger

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The Path of the Flood Historic races commemorate the Flood of 1889 in Johnstown, PA. The runners have spoken and the event will continue annually! This year marks the 25th anniversary of the historic Staple Bend Tunnel, which runners of the 14-mile and 8-mile will journey through.

A Flood of Runners returns to Johnstown, PA every year for the Path of the Flood Historic Races! Experience the Path of the historic 1889 Johnstown Flood in its entirety with the 14 Miler or in small droplets through the 5K or 8 Miler races. See the resiliency of the communities of South Fork, Mineral Point, the boroughs and the City of Johnstown. Run through Staple Bend Tunnel, the first railroad tunnel in the United States. Finish at the Old Stone Bridge, which still stands after stopping the majority of the flood's energy. Our hybrid road/rail trail course beckons you to be a part of history once again!

The Path of the Flood Historic Races is hosted in partnership by the Cambria County Conservation & Recreation Authority and Heritage Johnstown. All proceeds from the Path of The Flood Historic Races will benefit the CCCRA Friends of the Trails program, a program which exists to enhance the Cambria County trails, and preserving the history of the Johnstown area.

For schedules, pricing, and more information on the POTFHR, visit the race website.

WE DO NOT ISSUE REFUNDS. If you are no longer able to attend and have already registered, your registration fee will be used as a donation to the beneficiaries of this race.

This event is part of the 2026 Cambria County Trails Series.