FSRC Independence 5000
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Frederick, Maryland
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the excitement at the FSRC Independence 5000, taking place on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at the picturesque Riverside Park in Frederick! This festive 5k race is the perfect way to celebrate Independence Day while enjoying the great outdoors. With a start time of 8:30 AM, participants can look forward to a fun, low-key atmosphere that welcomes runners of all levels.
This race is free for FSRC members, making it an even more appealing opportunity to participate in a community event. Non-members can also join the fun by signing up on the day of the race! The course features a scenic out-and-back route along the paved trail, with two water stops to keep you hydrated. Plus, there will be low-budget awards for top finishers in various categories, ensuring a spirited competition. Don't forget to bring a food item to share after the race as you celebrate with fellow runners! Mark your calendars for this exciting Independence Day event and get ready to run!
This race is free for FSRC members, making it an even more appealing opportunity to participate in a community event. Non-members can also join the fun by signing up on the day of the race! The course features a scenic out-and-back route along the paved trail, with two water stops to keep you hydrated. Plus, there will be low-budget awards for top finishers in various categories, ensuring a spirited competition. Don't forget to bring a food item to share after the race as you celebrate with fellow runners! Mark your calendars for this exciting Independence Day event and get ready to run!
Organiser's Description
Celebrate the holiday with a FREE 5k race at Riverside Park. (off of Monocacy Blvd). This is a low-key, low-amenity event.
Race Start time is 8:30AM.
Free for FSRC Members
Our low-key races are free for Steeplechaser members, so YAY!
You must be a club member on race day in order to get free race entry.
* If youre not a club member, you can join at https://runsignup.com/fsrc.
* To check to see if you are a current member, and if so, what your expiration date is go to https://members.loutilities.com/fsrc/members and search for your name. If it isnt found, your membership has either expired or you may be using an alternate spelling of your name.
* To look up your membership by name or email and to renew see: https://runsignup.com/fsrc and click Membership Lookup. If youre logged into RunSignup, you should see your membership under Your Existing Users. If your membership has expired, click the Renew Now button next to your most recent membership. We have no idea why they have Renew Now next to older memberships, so please click the right one.
* If you think you are a paid member of the club and you still can't register for free, please check the spelling of the name you used to join the club and ensure that the birthdate you're using for registering for the race matches the one in your RunSignUp profile.
* If this still doesn't offer the ability to register for the race for free, email [email protected] for assistance.
Finally - if you currently have an individual membership and would like to upgrade to "Two-In-Household" or "Family" membership in order to get the free race entry for family members, contact our membership committee at [email protected].
RACE DAY REGISTRATION
You may sign up on race day, but you'll need to do it online on your own device. We will not have paper forms or registration kiosks.
COMPETITION
The Independence 5000 will count towards the FSRC Grand Prix. [https://steeplechasers.org/competition/club-competition/grand-prix/]
Low-budget awards are given to the following divisions:
* Top male/female/non binary (clock time)
* Age Group male/female (net time): 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
LOGISTICS
Park in the lot at Riverside and pick up your bib.
The race will be chip timed, but still please make sure that you stay in order as you cross the finish line where volunteers will scan your bib -- we do this as a backup to resolve any missed chip reads.
The course is an out and back on the paved trail through the park. There will be two water stops.
Please bring a food item to share after the race.
Race Start time is 8:30AM.
Free for FSRC Members
Our low-key races are free for Steeplechaser members, so YAY!
You must be a club member on race day in order to get free race entry.
* If youre not a club member, you can join at https://runsignup.com/fsrc.
* To check to see if you are a current member, and if so, what your expiration date is go to https://members.loutilities.com/fsrc/members and search for your name. If it isnt found, your membership has either expired or you may be using an alternate spelling of your name.
* To look up your membership by name or email and to renew see: https://runsignup.com/fsrc and click Membership Lookup. If youre logged into RunSignup, you should see your membership under Your Existing Users. If your membership has expired, click the Renew Now button next to your most recent membership. We have no idea why they have Renew Now next to older memberships, so please click the right one.
* If you think you are a paid member of the club and you still can't register for free, please check the spelling of the name you used to join the club and ensure that the birthdate you're using for registering for the race matches the one in your RunSignUp profile.
* If this still doesn't offer the ability to register for the race for free, email [email protected] for assistance.
Finally - if you currently have an individual membership and would like to upgrade to "Two-In-Household" or "Family" membership in order to get the free race entry for family members, contact our membership committee at [email protected].
RACE DAY REGISTRATION
You may sign up on race day, but you'll need to do it online on your own device. We will not have paper forms or registration kiosks.
COMPETITION
The Independence 5000 will count towards the FSRC Grand Prix. [https://steeplechasers.org/competition/club-competition/grand-prix/]
Low-budget awards are given to the following divisions:
* Top male/female/non binary (clock time)
* Age Group male/female (net time): 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
LOGISTICS
Park in the lot at Riverside and pick up your bib.
The race will be chip timed, but still please make sure that you stay in order as you cross the finish line where volunteers will scan your bib -- we do this as a backup to resolve any missed chip reads.
The course is an out and back on the paved trail through the park. There will be two water stops.
Please bring a food item to share after the race.
Races
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5k
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 01 MAYThis is free for paid members of FSRC. If you are a member and not offered the discount, please check the spelling of your name at https://runsignup.com/Club/SearchForRenew/668. If you continue to have problems contact [email protected] for help.
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