4th of July Mini-Marathon (2.6 miles)
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 11:30AM PDT
- Location Monmouth, Oregon
- Price $22.20
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting and energetic celebration at the 4th of July Mini-Marathon in Monmouth, Polk! This fun community event takes place on Saturday, July 4, 2026, and features a thrilling 2.6-mile fun run that follows the scenic route of the Monmouth Independence Parade. With a mostly downhill course, runners will enjoy a delightful elevation drop of 47 feet, starting near Monmouth City Park and finishing at Main Street in Independence.
Join in the festive atmosphere by lining up by 11:15 AM as the race kicks off promptly at 11:30 AM. This is a perfect opportunity for runners of all ages, with entry fees set at just $10 for ages 9 and under and ranging from $20 to $30 for participants aged 10 and older, depending on when you register. Each finisher will receive a medal, and exciting awards will be announced online for overall and age group winners. Don’t miss out on this community-driven event filled with support and encouragement from spectators along the parade route. Mark your calendars and prepare for a memorable day of fitness and fun!
Join in the festive atmosphere by lining up by 11:15 AM as the race kicks off promptly at 11:30 AM. This is a perfect opportunity for runners of all ages, with entry fees set at just $10 for ages 9 and under and ranging from $20 to $30 for participants aged 10 and older, depending on when you register. Each finisher will receive a medal, and exciting awards will be announced online for overall and age group winners. Don’t miss out on this community-driven event filled with support and encouragement from spectators along the parade route. Mark your calendars and prepare for a memorable day of fitness and fun!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THIS FUN COMMUNITY EVENT!!!
Race time: Please plan to line up by 11:15, with the race to start promptly at 11:30 am.
2.6 miles (mostly downhill) ONE-WAY fun run along the route of the Monmouth Independence 4th of July Parade. Titled Mini-Marathon because it is a 10th of a full marathon!
Course: Starting the race near Monmouth City Park, and it will end at Main Street in Independence. This event runs along the parade route so expect lots of encouragement/community support along the way! The elevation drop from start to finish is 47 feet.
RACE ENTRY FEES:
AGES 9 AND UNDER: $10 until June 30th
AGES 10 AND UP: $20 until June 15, $25 June 16 until July 3rd, $30 day of the race
BIB PICKUP (PRE-REGISTERED)
July 3rd Noon - 6:00 pm @ Anytime Fitness - 1399 Monmouth St., Independence, OR
July 4th, 8:00 am - 11:15 am @ Outside of Monmouth Fitness Club, Side of building 165 Main St W, Monmouth, OR
IN PERSON & DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION
IN PERSON: JULY 3RD - 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ ANYTIME FITNESS, 1399 MONMOUTH ST, INDEPENDENCE, OR 97351
DAY OF RACE: JULY 4TH, 8:00 AM TO 10:30 AM (SHARP) @ OUTSIDE OF MONMOUTH FITNESS CLUB ON THE SIDE OF THE BUILDING, 165 MAIN ST. W., MONMOUTH, OR
AWARDS
FINISHERS WILL RECEIVE A MEDAL. OVERALL WINNERS AND AGE GROUP WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED ONLINE FOLLOWING THE EVENT. NO AWARDS CEREMONY AT THE FINISH LINE, BUT RIBBONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR TOP FINISHERS IN EACH AGE GROUP. RESULTS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT RUNSIGNUP.
AGE GROUPS
* 9 & under
* 10-14
* 15-19
* 20-24
* 25-29
* 30-34
* 35-39
* 40-44
* 45-49
* 50-54
* 55-59
* 60-64
* 65-69
* 70-74
* 75-79
* 80 & over
Race time: Please plan to line up by 11:15, with the race to start promptly at 11:30 am.
2.6 miles (mostly downhill) ONE-WAY fun run along the route of the Monmouth Independence 4th of July Parade. Titled Mini-Marathon because it is a 10th of a full marathon!
Course: Starting the race near Monmouth City Park, and it will end at Main Street in Independence. This event runs along the parade route so expect lots of encouragement/community support along the way! The elevation drop from start to finish is 47 feet.
RACE ENTRY FEES:
AGES 9 AND UNDER: $10 until June 30th
AGES 10 AND UP: $20 until June 15, $25 June 16 until July 3rd, $30 day of the race
BIB PICKUP (PRE-REGISTERED)
July 3rd Noon - 6:00 pm @ Anytime Fitness - 1399 Monmouth St., Independence, OR
July 4th, 8:00 am - 11:15 am @ Outside of Monmouth Fitness Club, Side of building 165 Main St W, Monmouth, OR
IN PERSON & DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION
IN PERSON: JULY 3RD - 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ ANYTIME FITNESS, 1399 MONMOUTH ST, INDEPENDENCE, OR 97351
DAY OF RACE: JULY 4TH, 8:00 AM TO 10:30 AM (SHARP) @ OUTSIDE OF MONMOUTH FITNESS CLUB ON THE SIDE OF THE BUILDING, 165 MAIN ST. W., MONMOUTH, OR
AWARDS
FINISHERS WILL RECEIVE A MEDAL. OVERALL WINNERS AND AGE GROUP WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED ONLINE FOLLOWING THE EVENT. NO AWARDS CEREMONY AT THE FINISH LINE, BUT RIBBONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR TOP FINISHERS IN EACH AGE GROUP. RESULTS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT RUNSIGNUP.
AGE GROUPS
* 9 & under
* 10-14
* 15-19
* 20-24
* 25-29
* 30-34
* 35-39
* 40-44
* 45-49
* 50-54
* 55-59
* 60-64
* 65-69
* 70-74
* 75-79
* 80 & over
Races
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2.6 Mile Mini-Marathon FunRun/Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Finisher Medal
Sat 4th July 2026 (11:30AM PDT)
$22.20
One way race with NO shuttle service back to start line
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