Alameda July 4th Parade R.A.C.E.
- Date Sun 4th July 2027
- Time 8:30AM PDT
- Location Alameda, California
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us in celebrating the Alameda July 4th Parade R.A.C.E. on Sunday, July 4th, 2027! This exciting event invites participants to run or walk a scenic 5K (3.1 miles) through the picturesque streets of Alameda. Starting at 8:30 AM, the race kicks off in the vibrant Park Street Business District and winds its way to the finish at the Webster Farmers Market. With completely closed roads and enthusiastic spectators lining the route, runners will feel the energy of the upcoming historic Island Parade, the longest in the country, set to begin at 10:00 AM.
This year, we are thrilled to enhance your experience with a free shuttle service from the finish line back to the start, making it easier than ever to enjoy the festivities. Participants will receive stylish finisher shirts, custom medals, and a chance to explore our local health and wellness expo, complete with a Beer Garden sponsored by Faction Brewery. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, the Alameda July 4th Parade R.A.C.E. is a fantastic way to celebrate the holiday while supporting the Midway Shelter of Alameda. Don't miss out on the fun—register now and be part of this beloved community tradition
This year, we are thrilled to enhance your experience with a free shuttle service from the finish line back to the start, making it easier than ever to enjoy the festivities. Participants will receive stylish finisher shirts, custom medals, and a chance to explore our local health and wellness expo, complete with a Beer Garden sponsored by Faction Brewery. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, the Alameda July 4th Parade R.A.C.E. is a fantastic way to celebrate the holiday while supporting the Midway Shelter of Alameda. Don't miss out on the fun—register now and be part of this beloved community tradition
Organiser's Description
Registration is open for our July 4th tradition. Run this flat and fast point to point 5k thru the closed streets of Alameda. We will be starting again at 8:30AM to provide ample space between our runners and the Parade that follows.
We had an amazing 250th celebration and learned a lot. The SHUTTLE service was a great success and we will be adding more routes in 2027 from the race finish back to the start FREE of charge.
GENERAL OVERVIEW:
The 5K run (3.1 mile) and walk takes you through beautiful Alameda winding thru business and residential streets. This run benefits the Midway Shelter of Alameda and kicks off our historic Island Parade, the longest in the country! Runners start in the Park St Business District and end at the Webster Farmers Market location with completely closed roads and spectators beginning to line up for the Parade that follow at 10:00am
PACKET PICK-UP:
* 7/1 thru 7/3: Laurens Closet. 1420 Park St, Alameda. Hours 10:00am - 5:00pm
* 7/4 Race morning registration opens at 7:30am 1440 Park St, Alameda ~ La Penca Restaurant. Corner of Santa Clara
RACE DAY DETAILS:
* Start: 1420 Park St. Alameda, ca. 94501
* Packet Pick-up : 7:30am
* Race Start : 8:30am
* Finish: 1526 Webster St, Alameda, CA 94501 (Tues/Saturday Farmers Market Location)
This race is BIB timed but we will have no AG awards this year. With a focus on community involvement we have great finisher shirts and customs medals as well as some "run the island" SWAG at the finish
Our EXPO will have the best of local businesses focused on health and longevity, and of course our Beer Garden sponsored by Faction Brewery.
If you are traveling via Bart or public transportation please review the schedules below to get you to the race start, and picked up from the race finish. And if you park at the start, don't forget to follow the signs to the Post run Shuttle back to the start: Shuttle will run from 9am - 1pm with priority to runners with BIBS but will be open to all of our community !
* Bart Website: https://www.bart.gov/
* AC Transit Site: https://www.actransit.org/
We had an amazing 250th celebration and learned a lot. The SHUTTLE service was a great success and we will be adding more routes in 2027 from the race finish back to the start FREE of charge.
GENERAL OVERVIEW:
The 5K run (3.1 mile) and walk takes you through beautiful Alameda winding thru business and residential streets. This run benefits the Midway Shelter of Alameda and kicks off our historic Island Parade, the longest in the country! Runners start in the Park St Business District and end at the Webster Farmers Market location with completely closed roads and spectators beginning to line up for the Parade that follow at 10:00am
PACKET PICK-UP:
* 7/1 thru 7/3: Laurens Closet. 1420 Park St, Alameda. Hours 10:00am - 5:00pm
* 7/4 Race morning registration opens at 7:30am 1440 Park St, Alameda ~ La Penca Restaurant. Corner of Santa Clara
RACE DAY DETAILS:
* Start: 1420 Park St. Alameda, ca. 94501
* Packet Pick-up : 7:30am
* Race Start : 8:30am
* Finish: 1526 Webster St, Alameda, CA 94501 (Tues/Saturday Farmers Market Location)
This race is BIB timed but we will have no AG awards this year. With a focus on community involvement we have great finisher shirts and customs medals as well as some "run the island" SWAG at the finish
Our EXPO will have the best of local businesses focused on health and longevity, and of course our Beer Garden sponsored by Faction Brewery.
If you are traveling via Bart or public transportation please review the schedules below to get you to the race start, and picked up from the race finish. And if you park at the start, don't forget to follow the signs to the Post run Shuttle back to the start: Shuttle will run from 9am - 1pm with priority to runners with BIBS but will be open to all of our community !
* Bart Website: https://www.bart.gov/
* AC Transit Site: https://www.actransit.org/
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 4th July 2027 (8:30AM PDT)
$32.80
Beautiful point to point with scenic views and cheering participants.
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