
From the Organizer
Kick off your Independence Day celebrations with a race that rocks! The JSL Blast from the past 5K is a red, white, and tune-filled run through Downtown Lagrange, perfect for runners, walkers, families, and anyone ready to celebrate freedom in stride. Dress in your most patriotic gear, lace up those sneakers, and get ready to move to the rhythm of liberty!
Race day registration will be available via this website for $35.00. Credit or debit card only.
Whether you're chasing a PR or just here for the post-race fun, this festive 5K features:
🎵 music pumping out American classics
🎇 Patriotic shirt for finishing racers
🎉 Red, white, and blue photo ops
🍉 Post-race refreshments and parade
🏃♀️ All ages welcome — strollers and walkers encouraged!
Celebrate community, country, and good vibes. Let freedom sing and let your feet fly!
The race kicks off in the heart of the square, takes you through the scenic Thread Loop not once, but twice, before bringing you back for a strong finish where it all began.
🎈 And the celebration doesn’t stop there! Stick around after the race for the community Fourth of July Parade, kicking off right at the finish line. It's the perfect way to keep the patriotic spirit going!
Register now — spots fill up fast for this star-spangled celebration of fitness and freedom!
Events
Weather
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
90°
Typical Low
68°
Based on US Climate Normals data from La Grange 1n, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
31,479
as of 2023
Elevation
742 ft
Nearest Airport
CSG
Columbus Airport · 36 mi
Major Hub
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 54 mi
Time Zone
Eastern 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 JSL's Blast From The Past Independence 5k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
19
Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
JSL's Blast From The Past Independence 5k
Jun 27, 2026