
From the Organizer
Get ready to run, walk, and celebrate in full color! Join us for the NCK Med 5K Color Run/Walk as we kick off America’s 250th birthday in the most vibrant way possible. This red, white, and blue-tiful event begins and ends at NCK Medical Center, with bursts of color, plenty of smiles, and patriotic fun along the route.
Whether you’re racing for a personal best or strolling with friends and family, this event is all about community, celebration, and making memories. Registration is $30 and includes a race t-shirt to show off your patriotic spirit—plus a delicious breakfast waiting for you at the finish line!
Come dressed in your most festive gear, get ready to be showered in color, and help us celebrate 250 years of America—one colorful step at a time!
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
67°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Concordia Muni Ap.
Host City
Population
5,067
as of 2023
Elevation
1,436 ft
Nearest Airport
SLN
Salina Municipal Airport · 53 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at NCK Med July 4th 5K Color Run/Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
26
Days to train
Coming Up
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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)
NCK Med July 4th 5K Color Run/Walk
Jul 4, 2026