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Art for Your Heart 5k Run and Walk

Sat, May 23, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Location
Altoona, PA
1210 11th Ave., 16601
Type
RUN

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At a glance

Run for your heart and for art at this community-focused 5K benefiting the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • For a Cause

Lace up for the Art for Your Heart 5K Run and Walk, an event designed to blend fitness with cultural appreciation in Altoona, PA. This unique 5K supports the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art (SAMA), promoting a healthy lifestyle while enriching the local arts scene. Enjoy a scenic route starting from SAMA Altoona, connecting with the community and running with purpose. It's a wonderful opportunity to make a positive impact on both heart health and the cultural vibrancy of the community.

What to expect

  • A 5K run or walk through Altoona, starting at SAMA.
  • Enjoy a scenic route that brings the community together.
  • Awards for top three overall and age group finishers.

Standout details

  • Benefits Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art
  • Scenic route from SAMA Altoona
  • Awards for top overall and age group finishers
  • T-shirt guaranteed for early registrants

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 5K

    Sat, May 23, 9:00 AM EDT · From $27.75

    Opens Jan 20, 2026, 4:00 AM EST · Closes May 22, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

  • 5K Walk

    Sat, May 23, 9:00 AM EDT · From $27.75

    Opens Jan 20, 2026, 4:00 AM EST · Closes May 22, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

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From the organizer

Lace up, run, and let your heart beat for the arts! Join us for "Art For Your Heart," a unique 5K run/walk benefiting the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art.  This heart-healthy event invites the community to run, walk, and promote a healthy lifestyle while supporting the vibrant local arts scene. The race starts at SAMA Altoona, promising a scenic route and a great way to engage with the community. This event brings our community together at the intersection of fitness and the arts, making a positive impact on both heart health and the cultural vibrancy of our local community. Don't miss this opportunity to run with purpose and support SAMA's commitment to enriching lives through art.

Age groups: 10 and under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50–59, 60-69, 70+ . Run & Walk;  Also top 3 Overalls M/F Race packet pre-pick up available at SAMA Altoona, Thursday and Friday, May 21-22, 12:00pm-4:30pm T-shirts are guaranteed to participants registered by April 30th. 7:45 AM Race packet pick-up and day of registration at SAMA Altoona, 1210 11th Ave. 9:00 AM Race Start at SAMA Altoona 10:00 AM Awards Ceremony at Heritage Plaza, 11th Ave and 14th St. Medals will be awarded for the top three winners for male and female in each age group and for top three winners for male and female overall. Winners must be present, no awards will be mailed.

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