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Fourth of July 5K Fun Run

Name: Fourth of July 5K Fun Run
Start: 2026-07-04
End: 2026-07-04
Location: Great Falls

Great Falls, United States • 4 Jul 2026

Fourth of July 5K Fun Run

The Fourth of July 5K Fun Run is an annual event organized by Great Falls TrailBlazers on July 4, 2026. The run covers 5K and is open to all ages. The meeting point is the Great Falls Library in Great Falls, VA.

The route is a loop that goes through the woods. The course is pet friendly. Participants who plan to bring a stroller are advised to use a model with large wheels similar to a jogging stroller because of the natural trail surface.

Registration for the event is free. Registration opens on February 17, 2026 and closes on July 4, 2026. The organizer describes this as a community fun run that takes place on a wooded trail loop and meets at a public library location.

The description focuses on the event format and practical details such as the distance, route type, location, age inclusivity, pet policy, stroller considerations, and registration timing and cost. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Virginia Great Falls

Race information

Registration

5 km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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