America's 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date Sat 28th June 2025
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Anderson, South Carolina
- Price $6.30 - $22.20
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and celebrate America's 249th birthday in style at America's 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run on Saturday, June 28, 2025, in Anderson! This exciting event promises a day filled with patriotism, fitness, and fun as participants of all ages come together to kick off the Fourth of July weekend. The 1 Mile Run kicks off at 7:00 AM, followed by the 5K Run at 7:30 AM, offering a perfect opportunity for elite runners, weekend warriors, and families with kids to join in on the festivities.
Whether you're looking to challenge yourself on the scenic 3.1-mile course or simply enjoy a leisurely stroll, this event is all about celebrating community and honoring American heroes with special race bibs. Plus, everyone gets to enjoy finish line medals and refreshments to refuel after the race! So, if you're ready for a day of fun that justifies all that delicious BBQ and lounging afterward, mark your calendars and register today for an unforgettable patriotic celebration! Proceeds from the event support Operation Active Kids, promoting active lifestyles in the community. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, celebrate, and make a difference!
Whether you're looking to challenge yourself on the scenic 3.1-mile course or simply enjoy a leisurely stroll, this event is all about celebrating community and honoring American heroes with special race bibs. Plus, everyone gets to enjoy finish line medals and refreshments to refuel after the race! So, if you're ready for a day of fun that justifies all that delicious BBQ and lounging afterward, mark your calendars and register today for an unforgettable patriotic celebration! Proceeds from the event support Operation Active Kids, promoting active lifestyles in the community. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, celebrate, and make a difference!
Organiser's Description
IT'S A FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION!
IF YOU THINK THE ONLY RACE THAT'S HAPPENING ON AMERICA'S 249TH BIRTHDAY WEEKEND IS SEEING WHO'S FIRST TO SNAG THAT SECOND HELPING OF BBQ OR WHO CAN DOWN THAT COLD BEVERAGE THE FASTEST, GUESS AGAIN! BEFORE LIFTING A FORK, DIVING OFF THE BACK OF YOUR BOAT, AND TAKING THAT POST POOL PARTY SNOOZE, HUNDREDS OF AMERICAN'S WILL START THEIR HOLIDAY BY JOINING FORCES AND CELEBRATING WITH OTHER PATRIOTS AT AMERICA'S 5K! AND, IF YOU ARE AN AMERICAN HERO, WE WANT TO HONOR YOU WITH A LAND OF THE FREE RACE BIB! WE'RE ALSO CELEBRATING THE HEAT OF ELITE RUNNERS, WEEKEND WARRIORS, MAMMA'S WITH STROLLERS AND KIDS ALIKE TO JOIN US FOR 3.1 MILES OF BIRTHDAY FUN! SO, IF YOU HAVE A FLAIR FOR COSTUMED FUN AND ARE LOOKING FOR A REASON TO FEEL GUILT FREE ABOUT BBQ AND LOUNGING ALL DAY, FEEL LIKE THE STARS AND STRIPES ARE IN YOUR FAVOR, AND LOVE AMERICA -- MAKE A LIKE A FIRECRACKER AND SHOOT ON OVER TO REGISTER TODAY! AS WITH ALL FIRST FLIGHT ALLIANCE EVENTS, PROCEEDS GO TO SCHOLARSHIP KIDS IN THE COMMUNITY TO BE ACTIVE THROUGH OUR OPERATION ACTIVE KIDS, OAK PROGRAM [https://yourfirstflight.org/o-a-k-operation-active-kids/].
EVENT DETAILS
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DATE: SATURDAY, JUNE 28, 2025
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TIME:
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1 MILE RUN STARTS 7:00 AM
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5K RUN STARTS AT 7:30 AM
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RACE SWAG: FINISH LINE MEDAL (INCLUDED)
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FINISH LINE: MEDALS AND REFRESHMENTS AT FINISH LINE
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RACE SWAG ADD ON: SOUVENIR RACE SHIRT (NOT INCLUDED)
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5K: COURSE MAP HERE [https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/americas-5k-anderson-sc-1943102?u=i&sh=db6bvx]
AWARDS
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CERTIFICATES AND PRIZES FOR TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE OVERALL WINNERS
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TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE OVERALL MASTERS WINNERS.
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AGE GROUPS
* 10 and under
* 11-14
* 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 and over
Proceeds support OPERATION ACTIVE KIDS [https://yourfirstflight.org/o-a-k-operation-active-kids/]
CERTIFIED COURSE [https://www.certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=l&id=SC13010DW]
IF YOU THINK THE ONLY RACE THAT'S HAPPENING ON AMERICA'S 249TH BIRTHDAY WEEKEND IS SEEING WHO'S FIRST TO SNAG THAT SECOND HELPING OF BBQ OR WHO CAN DOWN THAT COLD BEVERAGE THE FASTEST, GUESS AGAIN! BEFORE LIFTING A FORK, DIVING OFF THE BACK OF YOUR BOAT, AND TAKING THAT POST POOL PARTY SNOOZE, HUNDREDS OF AMERICAN'S WILL START THEIR HOLIDAY BY JOINING FORCES AND CELEBRATING WITH OTHER PATRIOTS AT AMERICA'S 5K! AND, IF YOU ARE AN AMERICAN HERO, WE WANT TO HONOR YOU WITH A LAND OF THE FREE RACE BIB! WE'RE ALSO CELEBRATING THE HEAT OF ELITE RUNNERS, WEEKEND WARRIORS, MAMMA'S WITH STROLLERS AND KIDS ALIKE TO JOIN US FOR 3.1 MILES OF BIRTHDAY FUN! SO, IF YOU HAVE A FLAIR FOR COSTUMED FUN AND ARE LOOKING FOR A REASON TO FEEL GUILT FREE ABOUT BBQ AND LOUNGING ALL DAY, FEEL LIKE THE STARS AND STRIPES ARE IN YOUR FAVOR, AND LOVE AMERICA -- MAKE A LIKE A FIRECRACKER AND SHOOT ON OVER TO REGISTER TODAY! AS WITH ALL FIRST FLIGHT ALLIANCE EVENTS, PROCEEDS GO TO SCHOLARSHIP KIDS IN THE COMMUNITY TO BE ACTIVE THROUGH OUR OPERATION ACTIVE KIDS, OAK PROGRAM [https://yourfirstflight.org/o-a-k-operation-active-kids/].
EVENT DETAILS
*
DATE: SATURDAY, JUNE 28, 2025
*
TIME:
*
1 MILE RUN STARTS 7:00 AM
*
5K RUN STARTS AT 7:30 AM
*
RACE SWAG: FINISH LINE MEDAL (INCLUDED)
*
FINISH LINE: MEDALS AND REFRESHMENTS AT FINISH LINE
*
RACE SWAG ADD ON: SOUVENIR RACE SHIRT (NOT INCLUDED)
*
5K: COURSE MAP HERE [https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/americas-5k-anderson-sc-1943102?u=i&sh=db6bvx]
AWARDS
*
CERTIFICATES AND PRIZES FOR TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE OVERALL WINNERS
*
TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE OVERALL MASTERS WINNERS.
*
AGE GROUPS
* 10 and under
* 11-14
* 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 and over
Proceeds support OPERATION ACTIVE KIDS [https://yourfirstflight.org/o-a-k-operation-active-kids/]
CERTIFIED COURSE [https://www.certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=l&id=SC13010DW]
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