From the Organizer
32nd Annual Star Spangled Spectacular 5K
July 4, 2026 9:00 a.m.
The event begins at 9:00 a.m. when over 1,000 runners take off in the area’s largest run/walk – the Freedom 5K . The Lima Area Concert Band will perform at 8:00 p.m. in the Rotary Pavilion in Faurot Park and the areas largest fireworks display will follow around 10:00 p.m. Medals will go to the top three finishers in each age category.
Race Location:
Race starts in Faurot Park on S Cole St near the intersection of Lakewood Ave.
Registration Cost:
Freedom 5K: $20 through June 4th and $25 after June 4th, includes t-shirt if registered by June 15th
Packet Pick Up:
Race day registration is 7-9am with the race starting at 9.
Awards will be given for the following age groups: 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
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
84°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lima Wwtp, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lima, OH
Population
35,304
as of 2023
Elevation
867 ft
Nearest Airport
FWA
Fort Wayne International Airport · 58 mi
Major Hub
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 83 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Star Spangled Spectacular?
- Star Spangled Spectacular is a running race held in Lima, Ohio 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 Star Spangled Spectacular?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Lima, Ohio at Faurot Park, Lima, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Star Spangled Spectacular?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Star Spangled Spectacular
Jul 4, 2026