
From the Organizer
Come out for our July 4th tradition and run this flat and fast point to point 5k thru the closed streets of Alameda. We will be starting again at 8:30am to provide ample space between our runners and the Parade that follows.
General Overview:
The 5K run (3.1 mile) and walk takes you through beautiful Alameda winding thru business and residential streets. This run benefits the Midway Shelter of Alameda.
Packet Pick-up:
Race Day Details:
We will have shuttle service in 2026 to get runners back to the start. We have made strides towards this for a couple years and we finally have it lined up for this year.
If you are traveling via Bart or public transportation please review the schedules below to get you to the race start, and picked up from the race finish.
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
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Coming Up
Run Back to the 80s
Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES
FINAL FANTESY ORCHESTRA EVENT – RADY SHELL
Dick Fitzgerald Two-Mile Beach Run
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Alameda July 4th Parade R.A.C.E.
Jul 4, 2026