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The Great American Race

The Great American Race is a running race on July 4, 2027 in Visalia, CA, with entry fees from $25 to $47.50.

Date
July 4, 2027 (278 days to go)
Price
$25–$47.50
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

Celebrating 250 Years of America!

Join California Classic Events as we celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the United States of America at the 6th Annual Great American Race!

This isn't just another Fourth of July run; it's a once-in-a-generation celebration honoring America's Semiquincentennial, marking 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Gather your friends, family, and running crew and kick off Independence Day the Classic way with a patriotic 5K, 10K, Kids Race, and Costume Contest at Visalia's beautiful Riverway Sports Park.

Experience an American flag-lined course, festive race-day atmosphere, patriotic music, and a community united in celebration, movement, and freedom.

We are one when we run.

Events

Kids Race (1-8) (Not Timed)$25
10K Run$47.50
5K Run$47.50

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

93°

Typical Low

66°

Chance of Rain

1%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Visalia, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 5:44 AMSunset 8:18 PMDaylight 14h 34m

About Visalia, CA

Population

142,649

as of 2023

City Elevation

329 ft

Nearest Airport

FAT

Fresno Yosemite International Airport · 39 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

What Are You
Waiting For?

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278

Days to train

Race
The Great American Race
Date
July 4, 2027

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About This Sport

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Great American Race?
The Great American Race is a running race held in Visalia, California on July 4, 2027. 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 Great American Race?
Sunday, July 4, 2027 in Visalia, California at 3611 N Dinuba Blvd. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for The Great American Race?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

The Great American Race

Jul 4, 2027

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