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John Woodruff 5K Run & Walk

Wed, Jul 8, 2026, 7:00 PM EDT

Location
Connellsville, PA
1103 S Arch St, 15425
Type
RUN
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Join the community in Connellsville for a 5K run or walk honoring Olympic Gold Medalist John Woodruff and his lasting local impact.

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The John Woodruff 5K Run & Walk is a cherished annual event in Connellsville, Pennsylvania, honoring local Olympic Gold Medalist John Woodruff. This 5K course winds through the residential streets of Connellsville’s south side and neighboring South Connellsville. It's a community gathering that brings together participants and spectators in celebration of Woodruff’s historic 1936 800-meter achievement and his lasting impact on the area.

What to expect

  • Run or walk a 5K through the residential streets of Connellsville’s south side and South Connellsville.
  • Experience a community gathering that celebrates the legacy of local Olympic hero John Woodruff.

Standout details

  • Honors Olympic Gold Medalist John Woodruff
  • Community celebration
  • Annual event

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Distances & registration

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  • 5K

    Wed, Jul 8, 7:00 PM EDT · From $22.20

    Opens Mar 24, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT · Closes Jun 30, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

  • 5K

    Wed, Jul 8, 7:02 PM EDT · From $22.20

    Opens Mar 24, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT · Closes Jun 30, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

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From the organizer

The John Woodruff Race is a long-standing annual event held in Connellsville, Pennsylvania, honoring the legacy of local hero John Woodruff, who captured the Gold Medal in the 800-meter race at the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin. The race winds through the streets of Connellsville’s south side and neighboring South Connellsville, drawing participants and spectators together in celebration of Woodruff’s historic achievement and lasting impact on the community.

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