Kick off your 4th of July with a family-friendly and festive 5K on Saturday, July 4, beginning at 7:30 a.m.! Celebrate Independence Day with a fun morning on the move — this spirited run/walk welcomes everyone: first-time 5K participants, elite athletes, kids, parents with strollers, and even four-legged friends. Lace up, bring your patriotic flair, and start the holiday with energy and community cheer! Once you cross the finish line, keep the celebration going by heading over to Highlands Ranch Parkway to enjoy the annual HRCA 4th of July Parade! Keep your eyes peeled — a red, white, and blue kettlebell will be hidden on the course! Whoever finds it and brings it back to the finish will win $100! All participants will receive the following: Race t-shirt Independence Day 5K pint glass Custom race bib Pancake breakfast from Flippin' Flapjacks Post-race beer from Living the Dream Brewing
Medals will be awarded to the following top 3 participants in the following male and female categories: Overall 7 and under 8-12 13-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70+
3.1 Miles: T-Shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1 Miles | $40.00 | Dec 1 | May 22 |
| $45.00 | May 22 | Jun 16 | |
| $55.00 | Jun 16 | Jul 1 | |
| $65.00 | Jul 1 | Jul 5 |
Packet Pick Up Dates: TBD Race Day Packet Pickup You will be able to pick up your timing bib and race shirt beginning at 6:30 a.m. on race morning. Athletes should expect long lines and pre-race packet pickup is preferred! Race day registration will be available online until the start of the race but we will not be accepting cash or card payments on site. All registrations must be done online.
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 882 | 32:56 | 16:35 |
| 2024 | 894 | 33:14 | 16:39 |
| 2023 | 686 | 33:02 | 16:17 |
| 2022 | 559 | 34:28 | 15:48 |
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