Chester Rotary's 48th Four on the Fourth
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 78 Main Street, Chester, CT
- Distance
- 4 on the 4th
From the Organizer
July 4- The 48th annual Four-on the-Fourth road race sponsored by the Chester Rotary Club will start at 9 AM Saturday July 4
Runners can register with RunSignup.com from March 1. The Adult fees are $35 through May 31; $40 from June 1st through race day. Flat fee for Children age 16 and under is $15.
The race loops through the village of Chester and is USATF sanctioned. Timing will be provided by Super Race Systems. Team and individual awards will be presented.
The race is a major fund raiser for the Chester Rotary. All proceeds are distributed to local charities and non-profit organizations. For more information and race packet pick-up times visit www.chesterrotary.org as the date draws near.
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
83°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Meriden Markham Muni Ap, 20 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Chester, CT
Elevation
154 ft
Nearest Airport
HVN
Tweed New Haven Airport · 24 mi
Major Hub
BDL
Bradley International Airport · 39 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Chester Rotary's 48th Four on the Fourth
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 78 Main Street, Chester, CT
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Chester Rotary's 48th Four on the Fourth?
- Chester Rotary's 48th Four on the Fourth is a running race held in Chester, Connecticut 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 Rotary's 48th Four on the Fourth?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Chester, Connecticut at 78 Main Street, Chester, CT. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Chester Rotary's 48th Four on the Fourth?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Chester Rotary's 48th Four on the Fourth
Jul 4, 2026