City of McAllen Independence Day 4K is a running race on July 4, 2026 in Mcallen, TX, with an entry fee of $35.
From the Organizer
This exciting 4K kicks off the full-day Independence Day Celebration in style! Runners are encouraged to show their patriotic spirit by dressing in red, white, and blue. Make it more than just a morning run—celebrate with us all day long! The race starts and finishes at Archer Park, offering the perfect spot to enjoy the Independence Day Parade right after crossing the finish line. After the parade, the fun continues at the Freedom Festival, featuring a variety of food trucks, inflatable games, a petting zoo, and plenty of family-friendly activities.
Event Location: Archer Park 101 N. St. McAllen Tx 78501
Event Date: 4k - Saturday, July 4th 2026 @ 7:00 a.m.
Packet Pick Up:
Date & Time: Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | 3:00pm-7:30pm
Location: Town Lake at Firemen’s Park – Pumphouse 201 N. 1st Street
ⓘ Packet pickup will not be available on race day. If you are unable to attend the Packet Pick-Up event, you may send a representative on your behalf. The representative must have a copy of your valid driver’s license or photo ID that indicates your date of birth.
Events
Weather
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 7/4
High
100°
Low
79°
Conditions
Mostly sunny
Chance of Rain
7%
Wind
7 to 13 mph
Host City
Population
143,789
as of 2023
City Elevation
116 ft
Nearest Airport
MFE
McAllen Miller International Airport · 3 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at City of McAllen Independence Day 4K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Day to train
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From Endurance Grid
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City of McAllen Independence Day 4K
Jul 4, 2026