DENFIT 1776
- Date Fri 4th July 2025
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Cape Vincent, New York
- Price $52.00 - $76.76
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Celebrate Independence Day in style at the annual DENFIT 1776 event on Friday, July 4, 2025, in picturesque Cape Vincent, Jefferson. This uplifting running event invites participants to honor the spirit of our nation while enjoying a scenic route along the river and through the charming village. Choose between two exciting race distances: the 1776 7.76-mile run, perfect for those looking for a quick challenge, or the 1776 Challenge, a more ambitious 17.76-mile journey that includes two laps plus a 5K loop.
Runners will kick off the festivities at 7:00 am, proudly carrying American flags of any size as they embrace the spirit of patriotism. The flat and fast course offers stunning views, making it suitable for all fitness levels. Each participant will receive a commemorative t-shirt and medal, along with light refreshments upon completion. Don’t miss the chance to join this vibrant celebration of freedom and community, followed by the delightful '4th of July Bike Parade' at the Recreation Park, showcasing local kids riding their bikes while waving flags. Register early to secure your t-shirt size and be part of this unforgettable Independence Day tradition!
Runners will kick off the festivities at 7:00 am, proudly carrying American flags of any size as they embrace the spirit of patriotism. The flat and fast course offers stunning views, making it suitable for all fitness levels. Each participant will receive a commemorative t-shirt and medal, along with light refreshments upon completion. Don’t miss the chance to join this vibrant celebration of freedom and community, followed by the delightful '4th of July Bike Parade' at the Recreation Park, showcasing local kids riding their bikes while waving flags. Register early to secure your t-shirt size and be part of this unforgettable Independence Day tradition!
Organiser's Description
What better way to celebrate our nations birthday than with a run!
Picture it: running down the street on the morning of July 4th with dozens of other people all carrying an American flag!
The DENFIT1776 annual run is to honor and acknowledge the men and women who founded our nation, doing so with grit, determination, and perseverance. It is our American heritage to be able-bodied and demonstrate courage in the face of adversity.
Runners will have TWO event options to choose from and will start at 7:00am on July 4th: 1776 7.76mi, and 17.76mi Challenge. The course starts from Cape Vincent Recreation Park and is a scenic route through the village of Cape Vincent and along the river to Tibbetts Point Lighthouse - a very flat and fast 7.76mi bringing runners back to the start line. From there, 1776Challenge runners will start a second lap. All fitness levels are welcome and encouraged to participate. Run and walk at your own pace while enjoying the view of the river and our quaint village!
EVENT Options (be sure to read requirements below):
1776 7.76mi - a quick _"out-and-back" _lap while carrying an American flag of any size or dressing in red, white, and blue!
1776Challenge - 17.76mi (two laps + 5k loop) while carrying a 3x5 American flag on a pole the ENTIRE distance
*****REQUIREMENTS*****
All runners must provide an American flag and will be asked to display it as they run 7.76mi. It can be ANY size (such as a small cemetery flag...but the bigger the better). Stick a small flag in a pocket of a running vest; carry a small pole... whatever you choose, a flag must be on display.
For runners who take up the Challenge option and want to earn the coveted DENFIT CUSTOM SPEAR, it must be a 3x5 flag on a pole and carried for the entire 17.76mi distance.
TO GUARANTEE YOUR T-SHIRT SIZING, REGISTER BEFORE 06/16/2025
This run is largely self-supported with one aid station located at the lighthouse turn around.
Course closes at 11am
Every participant receives a t-shirt and medal and will be provided light refreshments upon completing the course.
After the event, stick around for '4th of July Bike Parade', taking place also at Rec Park as the 1776 concludes. Watch as over a hundred kids carrying flags make their way through town on their bicycles!
Picture it: running down the street on the morning of July 4th with dozens of other people all carrying an American flag!
The DENFIT1776 annual run is to honor and acknowledge the men and women who founded our nation, doing so with grit, determination, and perseverance. It is our American heritage to be able-bodied and demonstrate courage in the face of adversity.
Runners will have TWO event options to choose from and will start at 7:00am on July 4th: 1776 7.76mi, and 17.76mi Challenge. The course starts from Cape Vincent Recreation Park and is a scenic route through the village of Cape Vincent and along the river to Tibbetts Point Lighthouse - a very flat and fast 7.76mi bringing runners back to the start line. From there, 1776Challenge runners will start a second lap. All fitness levels are welcome and encouraged to participate. Run and walk at your own pace while enjoying the view of the river and our quaint village!
EVENT Options (be sure to read requirements below):
1776 7.76mi - a quick _"out-and-back" _lap while carrying an American flag of any size or dressing in red, white, and blue!
1776Challenge - 17.76mi (two laps + 5k loop) while carrying a 3x5 American flag on a pole the ENTIRE distance
*****REQUIREMENTS*****
All runners must provide an American flag and will be asked to display it as they run 7.76mi. It can be ANY size (such as a small cemetery flag...but the bigger the better). Stick a small flag in a pocket of a running vest; carry a small pole... whatever you choose, a flag must be on display.
For runners who take up the Challenge option and want to earn the coveted DENFIT CUSTOM SPEAR, it must be a 3x5 flag on a pole and carried for the entire 17.76mi distance.
TO GUARANTEE YOUR T-SHIRT SIZING, REGISTER BEFORE 06/16/2025
This run is largely self-supported with one aid station located at the lighthouse turn around.
Course closes at 11am
Every participant receives a t-shirt and medal and will be provided light refreshments upon completing the course.
After the event, stick around for '4th of July Bike Parade', taking place also at Rec Park as the 1776 concludes. Watch as over a hundred kids carrying flags make their way through town on their bicycles!
Races
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DENFIT 1776 7.76mi
Incl. $2.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 4th July 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$52.00
Enjoy a scenic flat and fast 7.76mi run through Cape Vincent to Tibbetts Point Lighthouse and back. Runners must display an American Flag of any size and/or dress in red, white and blue as they run -
DENFIT 1776 Challenge
Incl. $2.72 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 4th July 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$76.76
Runners taking on the Challenge will earn a 4ft CUSTOM SPEAR upon course completion. Enjoy a scenic flat and fast route through Cape Vincent to Tibbetts Point Lighthouse for 2 laps of the 12k, then an additional 5k loop that winds through the village. Runners MUST provide and carry a 3x5ft American flag on a pole the ENTIRE 17.76mi
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