
From the Organizer
45th Annual Stars and Stripes 5k Run, 5k Walk, 1 mile kids Run*.
July 4th, 2026, 7:30AM
*Parents and guardians are responsible for their children in all events. There is traffic along the race course. Parents must accompany young children.
Price increases after July 1st
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
89°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mc Minnville, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
13,765
as of 2023
Elevation
962 ft
Nearest Airport
CHA
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) · 55 mi
Major Hub
BNA
Nashville International Airport · 59 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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26
Days to train
Coming Up
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19 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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4th of July Fun Run - McMinnville, TN
Jul 4, 2026