Palmdale's Stars, Stripes & Sneakers 5k
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 5100 East Ave S, Palmdale, CA
- Distance
- Stars, Stripes & Sneakers 5k Walk/Run · Kid's 1/2 K Kids Red, White & Zoom Fun Run (ages 8 and under) · Kid's 1 K Kids Red, White & Zoom Fun Run (ages 9-12)
From the Organizer
REGISTRATION is OPEN!!!
July 4, 2026 is the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. To celebrate, the City of Palmdale and the High Desert Runners are hosting a 5k and a kid's K race at Sam Yellen Park. The cost of the 5k is only $25.00 and the Kid's K and 1/2 K races are only $15 !!
The 5k race will be professionally chip timed. There will be T-shirts and medals given to all participants while supplies last. There will be age group awards given in the 5k race for the following age groups:
0-12
13-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60+
Packet Pickup
- July 3rd: 5pm to 8pm at Legacy Commons for Active Seniors (930 East Avenue Q-9/ Palmdale CA 93550)
Pick up race packets on Friday, July 3 to be entered for a raffle prize! - July 4th (race morning): Beginning at 6:30am at Sam Yellen Park (5100 East Avenue S/ Palmdale CA. 93552)
Race Schedule
- 8:00 am - Kid's 1/2 K Kids Red, White & Zoom Fun Run (ages 8 and under)
- 8:15 am - Kid's 1 K Kids Red, White & Zoom Fun Run (ages 8-12)
- 8:30 am - Stars, Stripes & Sneakers 5k Walk/Run
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
96°
Typical Low
66°
Chance of Rain
1%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Palmdale, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Palmdale, CA
Population
165,487
as of 2023
Elevation
2,682 ft
Nearest Airport
BUR
Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport · 30 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.
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Days to train
- Race
- Palmdale's Stars, Stripes & Sneakers 5k
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 5100 East Ave S, Palmdale, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Palmdale's Stars, Stripes & Sneakers 5k?
- Palmdale's Stars, Stripes & Sneakers 5k is a running race held in Palmdale, California on July 4, 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 Palmdale's Stars, Stripes & Sneakers 5k?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Palmdale, California at 5100 East Ave S, Palmdale, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Palmdale's Stars, Stripes & Sneakers 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Palmdale's Stars, Stripes & Sneakers 5k
Jul 4, 2026