4th of July Blast 5k & 2k Run/Walk

Saturday, June 29, 2024 Past event
10:10 AM CDT
Valparaiso, Indiana
$30.00–$38.00 · 2 races
5km

Event summary

Get ready to celebrate Independence Day with the 4th of July Blast 5K & 2K Run/Walk on Saturday, June 29, 2024, in the vibrant city of Valparaiso, Porter! This exciting annual event invites runners and walkers of all ages to enjoy a scenic route through downtown Valparaiso, making it the perfect way to kick off your holiday festivities while burning some calories before your afternoon barbecue.

Participants can choose between the competitive 5K run/walk, which features overall and age group awards, and the family-friendly 2K Fun Run/Walk, designed for younger participants and those looking for a more relaxed experience. The 5K event is set to award the top overall male and female, as well as top finishers in various age categories, while the 2K offers finisher medals and shirts for everyone! Don't forget, packet pick-up will be available at Extra Mile Fitness on June 27th and 28th, with day-of registration starting at 6:30 AM. Join in the fun and make unforgettable memories this 4th of July!

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  • 4th of July Blast 5k Run/Walk

    Shirt (Sizes are NOT guaranteed after 6/16)

    Register by June 16th to guarantee your shirt size, or choose the opt out option for a $5 discount.

    8:30 AM CDT

    $38.00

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  • 4th of July Blast 2k Run/Walk

    Shirt (Sizes are NOT guaranteed after 6/16)

    Register by June 16th to guarantee your shirt size and finisher medal, or choose the no shirt option for a $5 discount.

    10:10 AM CDT

    $30.00

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

4TH OF JULY BLAST 5K

Join Valpo Parks for the annual 4th of July Blast 5K Run/Walk through downtown Valparaiso and burn some calories before heading to your afternoon barbecue!

Overall & Age Group Awards Top Overall Male & Top Overall Female, Top Masters Male & Top Masters Female, Top 3 Male and Female in the following age groups: 14 & under,15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and up.

4TH OF JULY BLAST 2K FUN RUN/WALK

Perfect for families and younger participants! The FUN run/walk will start and finish at the Starting Line of the 5K and will begin at 9:10AM. This is a non-competitive event that will not be timed. Finisher medals & shirts will be given to all participants! The course will close at 10AM.

PACKET PICK UP

* Participants may pick up their packets at Extra Mile Fitness, 3400 N. Calumet Ave., Valparaiso, IN on June 27th and 28th.
* Day of pickup will start at 6:30am on site.



_REGISTER BY 6/16 TO GUARANTEE A SHIRT AND/OR MEDAL. NO SHIRT OPTION SAVES $5._

Location

68 Lafayette St, Valparaiso, 46385, IN, United States

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