Fly the Flag 5K/2K
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- Timed 5K Run · Non-Timed 2K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Start your holiday celebrating America on the Fourth of July! Event includess:
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Timed 5K + non-timed 2K walk
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Finisher Medals for FIRST 500 to sign up!
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Race Awards for Top Overall & Top 3 in each Age Group.
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Supporting local First Responders.
Course: Along the paths & around the lake of the Fairgrounds.
Cost: 5K: $30 Adults. Non-timed 2K & Kids: $20. Under 3 are free! Shirts extra $16 thru 6/22 & not included in the entry fee.
Get BACK $20! Share the link on your confirmation email with your friends. Get 5 to sign up & get $20!
Packet Pickup: 6:30 - 7:15 am sign in day of event.
Race Awards: Top Overall, Top Master (40+), Clydesdale (Men 210+ lbs), Athena (Women 170+ lbs), Top Three finishers in each age group. Age divisions: 0-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
Please Note: No refunds will be given due to weather or for any other reason. You also can NOT transfer your registration after February 1st. If you do not pick up your shirt at the event, unclaimed shirts will be sold after the run.
Questions? Email us at Tim@yourhometownevents.com
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
63°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lowell, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Crown Point, IN
Population
34,042
as of 2023
Elevation
717 ft
Nearest Airport
GYY
Gary/Chicago International Airport · 14 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 32 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
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Fly the Flag 5K/2K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
26
Days to train
- Race
- Fly the Flag 5K/2K
- Date
- July 4, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Fly the Flag 5K/2K?
- Fly the Flag 5K/2K is a running race held in Crown Point, Indiana 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 Fly the Flag 5K/2K?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Crown Point, Indiana at Lake County Fairgrounds, Crown Point, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Fly the Flag 5K/2K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Fly the Flag 5K/2K
Jul 4, 2026