
From the Organizer
July 4th marks our Nation's birthday, the middle of summer, and THE HOTTEST 5K PARTY IN LAKELAND!! Register now for the Red, White and Brew 5K, a Lakeland tradition for the last 9+ years! This year we're back at Swan Brewing in Lakeland, FL to better serve up the Brew portion of the event! We'll still be serving up pancakes, brew specials and age group awards after the race!
We will also have a “Lil' Firecracker Run” for the kids, and encourage team participation!
Don't Wait to register! Tech style shirts (Unisex, WOmen's and Youth) size are guaranteed if pre-registered by June 1, 2026. After this date shirts will be available while supplies last. Please note: Some shirt sizes will not be available close to or on race day.
Early Packet pick up - Friday, July 3 from 4-7pm at Swan Brewing - 115 W. Pine Street, Lakeland, FL 33815
Day of Race: Saturday, July 4, 2026 at at Swan Brewing - 115 W. Pine Street, Lakeland, FL 33815
6:00 am - Registration and Packet Pickup
7:04 am - Race Starts
7:30 am - Pancake breakfast begins!
8:00 am - Approx time for the Lil Firecracker runs to begin.
8:15 am - Approx time for awards presentation
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
92°
Typical Low
74°
Chance of Rain
61%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lakeland 2, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
117,030
as of 2023
Elevation
209 ft
Nearest Airport
LAL
Lakeland Linder International Airport · 5 mi
Major Hub
TPA
Tampa International Airport · 35 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
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Red, White & Brew 5k
Jul 4, 2026