Kiwanis Independence Day 5K
- Date
- June 30 – July 6, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · Virtual 5K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
“A Charlottesville Holiday Tradition since 1983”
To Benefit Salvation Army -Camp Rappahannock, Central Little League, and Charlottesville Community Bikes.
Over $150,000 has been raised for charity over the past 42 years!
Sponsored by.
Hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Charlottesville
PACKET PICKUP: July 3rd from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM at Lakeside Middle School, and race morning from 6:30 AM.
“My 4th of July experience has been enriched over the years, thanks to this wonderful community event.”
~ Mark Lorenzoni
THE LAKESIDE COURSE
Start at Hollymead Elementary School.
Turn right on Powell Creek Drive.
Turn right on Shadybrook Trail.
Turn left on Turnberry Circle.
Continue around the circle and return back AND GO LEFT ON to Shadybrook Trail.
Turn left onto the short trail.
Emerge from trail onto N English Oaks Circle and turn left onto English Oaks Circle.
TURN RIGHT Follow circle back onto NORTH English Oaks Circle.
Turn left onto Kendalwood Lane.
Turn right onto Ashwood Blvd.
Turn right onto Powell Creek Drive.
Turn right to finish back at Hollymead Elementary School.
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
87°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Charlottesville 2w, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Charlottesville, VA
Elevation
480 ft
Nearest Airport
CHO
Charlottesville Albemarle Airport · 7 mi
Major Hub
RIC
Richmond International Airport · 74 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Waiting For?
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22
Days to train
- Race
- Kiwanis Independence Day 5K
- Date
- June 30 – July 6, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Kiwanis Independence Day 5K?
- Kiwanis Independence Day 5K is a running race held in Charlottesville, Virginia on June 30, 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 Kiwanis Independence Day 5K?
- Tuesday, June 30, 2026 in Charlottesville, Virginia at 2801 Powell Creek Drive, Charlottesville, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Kiwanis Independence Day 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Kiwanis Independence Day 5K
Jun 30, 2026