
From the Organizer
Kick off your 4th of July with energy, excitement, and a whole lot of fun!
Join us on Saturday, July 4th for the annual Fitness Run for Fun, featuring a 5K Run/Walk and 10K Run—perfect for all ages and fitness levels. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or making memories with family and friends, this is your chance to celebrate Independence Day in the most active way possible!
Enjoy a scenic course through the community and score some awesome perks along the way:
🏅 Finisher medal
👕 Exclusive race shirt
📸 A finisher photo and video to capture your moment!
Spots fill fast—don’t wait! Be part of this high-energy holiday tradition and start your 4th of July feeling accomplished and inspired.
👉 Register now and run, walk, and celebrate with us!
Don’t forget: Register by June 19th to guarantee your shirt size!
The Yankee Doodle Dash invites kids ages 2 to 12 to join the Independence Day fun! Young runners will race to the finish line and enjoy a fun, active experience. Registration includes a finisher medal and race bib, making it a great way to celebrate the holiday. Sign up today and let the little ones be part of the excitement!
Pancake Breakfast:
Kick off July 4th with the La Palma Kiwanis Club’s Annual Pancake Breakfast! Enjoy a delicious $10 breakfast, with proceeds supporting community programs and student scholarships. Don’t miss this tasty tradition!
Race Shirt Sizes:
Unisex Small – XXL and Youth Medium.
Additional shirt $12
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
83°
Typical Low
65°
Chance of Rain
1%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Fullerton Muni Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
15,375
as of 2023
Elevation
51 ft
Nearest Airport
LGB
Long Beach International Airport · 7 mi
Time Zone
Pacific 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 La Palma Fitness Run for Fun, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
26
Days to train
Coming Up
SoCal's Pirate's 5k/10k Run/Walk
10 miles away
Summer Solstice Run : 5K.10K. Half Marathon –by Califlow Runs
10 miles away
Summer time in the LBC 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
10 miles away
Anaheim Firecracker 5K/10K
8 miles away
From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
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)
La Palma Fitness Run for Fun
Jul 4, 2026