Tacoma Independence Day 5K
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · Kids 1K Run
From the Organizer
Join us for the Annual Independence Day 5K on July 4th for a fun and FAST 5K! This event features a fast point-to-point course that takes runners and walkers from the top of Tacoma and finishes at beautiful Point Ruston.
The 5K is a chip timed race on a fast, flat and downhill course starting at N 37th St & N Vassault St in Tacoma, close to Vassault Park, and finishing at the newly renovated Owen Beach at Pt. Defiance Park. While this is a speedy course for fast runners, it also is a fun course for a power walk before your Independence Day barbecue! Everybody is welcome to participate!
The Owen Beach finish line is also where the Kids 1K will start at 9:15 am. The kid’s run is an out-and-back, so the runners can cross the official finish line as well!
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- What is the Tacoma Independence Day 5K?
- Tacoma Independence Day 5K is a running event held in Tacoma, WA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Tacoma Independence Day 5K?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Tacoma, WA at N 37th & N Vassault St, Tacoma, WA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Tacoma Independence Day 5K?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Tacoma Independence Day 5K
Jul 4, 2026