Chester 4th of July Fun Run
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 500 Main Street, Chester, CA
- Distance
- Chester 4th of July Fun Run
From the Organizer
One mile route down historic Chester Main Street!
The Almanor Recreation and Park District’s 45th annual Chester 4th of July Fun Run will take place at 9 a.m. on Saturday, July 4, 2026. The one mile run/walk will start on the Collins Pine lawn located at 500 Main Street and proceed down Chester’s historic Main Street to the finish at the Bidwell House located at 1 Main Street.
Participants will receive a commemorative T-shirt (first 400 registrants) and enjoy refreshments at the finish line. After the event, there will be a 4th of July Craft Fair at Chester Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and a 4th of July Parade starting at 11 a.m. on Main Street. The Craft Fair is sponsored by the Chester Elks and the Parade is sponsored by the Lake Almanor Area Chamber of Commerce.
The one mile route down Main Street is open to participants of all ages and abilities, and adds to the excitement of the 4th of July celebration in town. The Fun Run is ARPD's largest fundraising event and all proceeds benefit District programs and events, as well as capital improvement projects, with an emphasis on recreation, parks and trails.
Please join us this year for a great time and be sure to wear your favorite costume or sport your 4th of July colors and bling. Spectators are also welcome. Thanks for your support!
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
84°
Typical Low
47°
Chance of Rain
7%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chester, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Chester, CA
Elevation
4,516 ft
Nearest Airport
RDD
Redding Municipal Airport · 58 mi
Major Hub
RNO
Reno Tahoe International Airport · 95 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
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- What is the Chester 4th of July Fun Run?
- Chester 4th of July Fun Run is a running race held in Chester, California 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 Chester 4th of July Fun Run?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Chester, California at 500 Main Street, Chester, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Chester 4th of July Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Chester 4th of July Fun Run
Jul 4, 2026