Independence Day Festival
- Date
- July 3–5, 2026
- Location
- 700 S Poplar St, Hazleton, PA
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 10K Run · Virtual Race Option; 10K/5K/1M & more
From the Organizer
The Start & Finish will be at the Louis Schiavo City View Park, in Hazleton. The course will consist of an out and back , connecting the Aurther Gardner Hwy to the Hazleton Rails to Trails
The official Gun Start will be at 8:30 a.m. for the 5K & 10K Races. Gun time will be used for overall awards / Chip time will be used for age group awards.
Awards & Age Groups
Top Overall M/F in both the 5K&10K
First Place M/F in the following Age Groups: 19&U, 20-39, 40-59, 60+
Virtual Race Option
Want to support our cause, but not able to show up on race day?? We have a virtual option for all distances. Race on your own course, on your own time between Friday July 3rd, and Sunday July 5th. Submit your time electronically and you will be scored in a special division.
100% of the proceeds will be donated to support the local Autism Community, Youth Sports, Cancer Research and Disabled Veterans.
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
80°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mahanoy City 2 N, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Hazleton, PA
Elevation
1,683 ft
Nearest Airport
AVP
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport · 30 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 85 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Waiting For?
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Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Independence Day Festival?
- Independence Day Festival is a running race held in Hazleton, Pennsylvania on July 3, 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 Independence Day Festival?
- Friday, July 3, 2026 in Hazleton, Pennsylvania at 700 S Poplar St, Hazleton, PA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Independence Day Festival?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Independence Day Festival
Jul 3, 2026