Waldron Fitness 5K/ Shawsville Independence Day
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- Waldron Fitness 5K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Join us July 4th for a 5K road course through beautiful Shawsville, VA. This race can be a competitive race for you and/or a reunion of friends. There is a free Fun Run for the little ones. This year the annual race is sponsored by Waldron Fitness Center and Eastmont Community Foundation.
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
82°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Christiansburg, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Shawsville, VA
Elevation
1,538 ft
Nearest Airport
ROA
Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport · 20 mi
Major Hub
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 75 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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26
Days to train
- Race
- Waldron Fitness 5K/ Shawsville Independence Day
- Date
- July 4, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Waldron Fitness 5K/ Shawsville Independence Day?
- Waldron Fitness 5K/ Shawsville Independence Day is a running race held in Shawsville, Virginia 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 Waldron Fitness 5K/ Shawsville Independence Day?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Shawsville, Virginia at 4179 Old Town Road, Shawsville, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Waldron Fitness 5K/ Shawsville Independence Day?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Waldron Fitness 5K/ Shawsville Independence Day
Jul 4, 2026