Independence Day Classic Event - 42nd Anniversary

ABOUT THE EVENT Join us on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, as the Santa Clarita Runners and sponsor Heritage Sierra proudly present the 42nd Annual Independence Day Classic— benefiting cross-country programs for the seven area high schools and other local non-profit organizations. RACE INFO Go to https://id5k.scrunners.org for more details. To register, go to https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/Newhall/IndependenceDayClassicEvent No dogs are allowed on the course during race. Bicyclists may not accompany runners. Strollers are allowed for those participating in the run/walk and are required to begin at the back of the start to not impede faster runners. It’s likely to be warm—hydrate! There will be a water station on the 5K course. SHIRTS & GOODIES 5K and Masters Mile Walk participants receive a high-quality technical shirt (100% micro-fiber) and a finisher's medal. Kids K participants will receive a finisher's medal. Pictures for FREE download after the race. (Link to photos will be provided, typically a few days following the race.) Race expo will be held following the races in the park. Free Kona Ice will be available to all participants following the race during the expo. RACE START TIMES/LOCATION Kids K – Race Time: 7:15am 5K – Race Time: 7:30am Masters Mile Walk – Race Time: 7:35am, immediately following 5K start. ​ LOCATION Newhall Park 24933 Newhall Avenue Newhall, CA 91321 PACKET PICK-UP INFO Friday, July 3rd Time: 3:00-8:00pm Location: Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita, 24909 Newhall Avenue, Newhall, CA 91321 (Look for the inflatable arch!) Saturday, July 4th Time: 6:00-7:00am for Kids K, 5K and Master's 1 Mile Walk Location: Newhall Multi-Purpose Room, 24923 Newhall Avenue, Newhall, CA 91321 (Look for the inflatable arch!) Runners are strongly encouraged to pick up their packets on July 3rd if possible. NO Race Day Registration! PARKING AND DROP-OFFS Parking Friday, July 3rd – Street parking is available for Wednesday’s Packet Pick-Up available n