Johnstown Mastodon March 10k Run & Walk
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Mastodon March 5K/10K Run & Walk
The Mastodon March is a community run and walk in Johnstown that includes distance race options and a children’s fun run. The event uses the Phalen Place start/finish area; the kids course begins at the back side of that area, passes through the city parking lot, turns onto Oregon Street, and returns to Phalen Place.
Race distances:
- 5K
- 10K
- 300 yards (Kids Fun Run, ages 1–8)
Proceeds support Johnstown Lifestyle wellness programming, local food pantries, the Johnstown Monroe School Track Program, and other local wellness organizations, including mental health initiatives. The Mastodon Community Breakfast is held in collaboration with American Legion Post 254 and is open to both racers and non-racers. Breakfast proceeds go to Johnstown food pantries. RUNColumbus Race Series is listed as an event partner; RUNColumbus members receive a complimentary breakfast ticket valued at $10. Breakfast tickets are available for purchase during race registration and breakfast is not included with race registration.
Event logistics note several parking options near the start area, including the municipal parking lot between Phalen Place and West Pratt Street, Johnstown Schools North Field Campus (about 0.3 miles), Transportation Accessory Company (about 0.4 miles), Johnstown Middle and Intermediate Schools (about 0.5 miles), and Johnstown High School (about 0.7 miles).
Live bluegrass music is part of the breakfast gathering. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
