Dick Bessel Independence Day Run
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Grand Island, New York
- Price $8.42 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Join the celebration at the 50th Annual Dick Bessel Independence Day Run on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in beautiful Grand Island, Erie! This festive event kicks off at 9:00 AM with a special Kids Race, perfect for young runners aged 4-10, featuring a fun 314-meter course. Following the kids, the excitement continues with a 2.3-mile run starting at 9:10 AM. Participants will make their way through the scenic streets of Grand Island, with a course cutoff time of 9:55 AM to ensure a timely start for the Independence Day parade.
The race begins at the Grand Island Town Hall, located at 2255 Baseline Rd, Grand Island, NY 14072. Note that rollerblades, bikes, animals, and strollers are not permitted on the course, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a family looking to enjoy a fun morning together, the Dick Bessel Independence Day Run is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday! Don't miss out on this iconic community event!
The race begins at the Grand Island Town Hall, located at 2255 Baseline Rd, Grand Island, NY 14072. Note that rollerblades, bikes, animals, and strollers are not permitted on the course, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a family looking to enjoy a fun morning together, the Dick Bessel Independence Day Run is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday! Don't miss out on this iconic community event!
Organiser's Description
50TH ANNUAL DICK BESSEL INDEPENDENCE DAY RUN
DATE: JULY 4TH, 2026
LOCATION: GRAND ISLAND TOWN HALL
2255 BASELINE RD, GRAND ISLAND, NY 14072
START TIME: 9:00 AM (KIDS) 9:10 AM (2.3 MILE RUN)
*** NO ROLLERBLADES, BIKES, ANIMALS, OR STROLLERS***
COURSE CUT OFF TIME: 9:55AM
** To ensure that the parade starts on time, we ask that all participants are off the course by 9:55 AM.
Any one left on course will be asked to move to the sidewalk.
KIDS RACE - 314 METERS
AGES 4-10 ONLY. NO ENTRY UNDER 4 YEARS OF AGE WILL BE ACCEPTED.
9:00 AM START AT OFFICIAL STARTING LINE IN FRONT OF TOPS MARKET. ENTRY FORM IS REQUIRED.
DATE: JULY 4TH, 2026
LOCATION: GRAND ISLAND TOWN HALL
2255 BASELINE RD, GRAND ISLAND, NY 14072
START TIME: 9:00 AM (KIDS) 9:10 AM (2.3 MILE RUN)
*** NO ROLLERBLADES, BIKES, ANIMALS, OR STROLLERS***
COURSE CUT OFF TIME: 9:55AM
** To ensure that the parade starts on time, we ask that all participants are off the course by 9:55 AM.
Any one left on course will be asked to move to the sidewalk.
KIDS RACE - 314 METERS
AGES 4-10 ONLY. NO ENTRY UNDER 4 YEARS OF AGE WILL BE ACCEPTED.
9:00 AM START AT OFFICIAL STARTING LINE IN FRONT OF TOPS MARKET. ENTRY FORM IS REQUIRED.
Races
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2.3 Mile Run / Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (9:10AM EDT)
$27.50
CLOSEDAges 10 and over -
Kids Race (Ages 4-10 Only)
Incl. $1.42 Fee
Sat 4th July 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$8.42
CLOSED
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