America's 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- America's 5K Run/Walk · 1 Mile FUN Run
From the Organizer
It's a Fourth of July Celebration!
If you think the only race that's happening on America's 250th Birthday weekend is seeing who's first to snag that second helping of BBQ or who can down that cold beverage the fastest, guess again! Before lifting a fork, diving off the back of your boat, and taking that post pool party snooze, hundreds of American's will start their holiday by joining forces and celebrating with other patriots at America's 5k! AND, if you are an American Hero, we want to honor you with a land of the FREE race bib! We're also celebrating the heat of elite runners, weekend warriors, mamma's with strollers and kids alike to join us for 3.1 miles of Birthday FUN! So, if you have a flair for costumed fun and are looking for a reason to feel guilt free about BBQ and lounging all day, feel like the stars and stripes are in your favor, and LOVE AMERICA -- make a like a firecracker and shoot on over to register today! As with all First Flight Alliance events, proceeds go to scholarship kids in the community to be active through our Operation Active Kids, OAK program.
Event Details
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Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
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Time:
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1 Mile Run Starts 7:30AM
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5k Run Starts at 8:00 AM
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Race Swag: Finish Line Medal (Included)
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Finish Line: Medals and Refreshments at Finish Line
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Race Swag Add On: Souvenir Race Shirt (Not Included)
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5K: Course Map Here
Awards
Certificates and prizes for:
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Top 3 Male and Female Overall Winners
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Top 3 Male and Female Overall Masters Winners
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Top 3 Male and Female Overall Grandmasters
Age Groups
- 10 and under
- 11-14
- 15-19
- 20-24
- 25-29
- 30-34
- 35-39
- 40-44
- 45-49
- 50-54
- 55-59
- 60-64
- 65-69
- 70-74
- 75-79
- 80 and over
Costume Contest- $250 Cash Prize - Voted on by your peers.
Proceeds support OPERATION ACTIVE KIDS
CERTIFIED COURSE
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
90°
Typical Low
70°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Anderson Co Ap, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Anderson, SC
Elevation
749 ft
Nearest Airport
GSP
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport · 40 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 112 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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26
Days to train
- Race
- America's 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date
- July 4, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the America's 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run?
- America's 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run is a running race held in Anderson, South Carolina on July 4, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the America's 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Anderson, South Carolina at Anderson South Carolina Courthouse, Anderson, SC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the America's 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
America's 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
Jul 4, 2026