
Yellowstone Independence Day 5k 2027 is a running race on July 4, 2027 in Livingston, MT, with an entry fee of $40.
From the Organizer
July 4th 2027 at 8 am in Livingston MT, the Yellowstone Running Club brings you the 4th annual "Yellowstone Independence Day 5k" run/walk fundraiser! In 2026 we had record entries and we are ready to do it again and hope you will join us! Enjoy a beautiful river and tree lined route, chip timing, and lots of raffle prizes and fun fun fun!
Special finisher giveaway to be announced soon!
Sacajawea Park, Livingston MT
July 4, 2027 - 8 am
Race starts at the historic Sacajawea Park located next to the Yellowstone River in Livingston, MT.
The third annual Yellowstone Independence Day 5k fun run/walk promises to be bigger and better than ever! All proceeds to benefit the Yellowstone Running Club mission to support wellness through running/walking and the greater Park County youth cross country team attendance at regional championship races.
We are working on the 2027 race giveaway and will announce what this will be soon!
Top 3 male and 3 female finisher medals to be awarded in each age group (tbd).
Wear your most patriotic attire and decorate your strollers for a chance to win a special prize. All runners will be entered in for fun raffle prizes and snacks will be provided post race!
This race will be chip timed compliments of Muddy Dog Sports!
Speaking of muddy dogs...we love dogs and we love running with our furry friends. However, dogs are not allowed in Sacajawea Park per the City of Livingston.
5K starts at 8:00 a.m.
Online registration is preferred but onsite registration is available 7:15-7:45 at the start line (payment by cash, paypal or check).
Sign up in advance by June 30 and save money!
Price increases to $40 starting July 1, 2027. Kids prices do not increase.
Friday July 3, 2027 evening pickup time to be annouced
Saturday July 4 7:15 a.m.-7:45 a.m. on at Sacajawea Park New Picnic Shelter on the NORTH side of the park.
Water and light snacks will be provided after the race.
Mountain Berry Bowls of Livingston will be on site with acai berry bowls for purchase! Grab a bowl and enjoy breakfast by the river.
Thank you for being part of our second annual 5k race. This is a FUN run with all proceeds from this event going to help support our area youth running team attendance at regional cross country championships this fall and further the Yellowstone Running Club mission to promote running/walking in our area.
If you or someone you know would like to support our race or our athletes in any way, please contact us at yellowstonerunningclub@gmail.com
Yellowstone Running Club is committed to promoting running/walking for people of all ages in the Park County and surrounding areas. It supports youth runners from our area wanting to attend regional and national cross country running competitions. This year YRC plans to help area youth runners attend the Nike Regional Cross Country Championship in Idaho. Through fun runs and fun-draising we work to promote wellness through running/walking in the greater Park County area!
Visit us at YellowstoneRunningClub.org
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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
82°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Livingston Mission Fld, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
8,635
as of 2023
City Elevation
4,488 ft
Nearest Airport
BZN
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport · 30 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
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Yellowstone Independence Day 5k 2027
Jul 4, 2027