Independence Day 5K
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Aberdeen, Maryland
- Price $39.03 - $44.32
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 6th Annual Independence Day 5K! Taking place on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in the vibrant city of Aberdeen, Maryland, this exciting event is set to kick off at 8:00 AM at Festival Park. Participants can choose to run or walk either a 5K or a 1-mile course on a certified route, making it perfect for athletes of all levels.
This year, the race is already sold out, showcasing the enthusiasm of the community for this festive occasion. Runners will have the chance to compete for awards in multiple categories, including the top three males and females, as well as age group winners from 9 & under to 80+. For those who can't make it in person, there's a virtual 5K option, allowing everyone to join in the fun from wherever they are. With a premium medal, race bib, and commemorative shirt included in each registration, this event promises to be a highlight of the Independence Day holiday weekend. Don't miss out on the excitement; mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate freedom through fitness!
This year, the race is already sold out, showcasing the enthusiasm of the community for this festive occasion. Runners will have the chance to compete for awards in multiple categories, including the top three males and females, as well as age group winners from 9 & under to 80+. For those who can't make it in person, there's a virtual 5K option, allowing everyone to join in the fun from wherever they are. With a premium medal, race bib, and commemorative shirt included in each registration, this event promises to be a highlight of the Independence Day holiday weekend. Don't miss out on the excitement; mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate freedom through fitness!
Organiser's Description
SOLD OUT! NO MORE REGISTRATIONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE 2026 INDEPENDENCE DAY 5K.
Race Day registration will not be available.
JOIN BLUE CHEETAH AS WE CELEBRATE THE INDEPENDENCE DAY HOLIDAY AND WEEKEND WITH OUR 6TH ANNUAL INDEPENDENCE DAY 5K - ON SATURDAY JULY 4, 2026. RUN OR WALK 5K OR 1M ON OUR CERTIFIED COURSE IN ABERDEEN, MD. RACE STARTS AND ENDS AT FESTIVAL PARK. 8:00 AM START TIME.
Awards: Top 3 Males and Females
Top 3 in Age Groups - 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+ (80+ first place only)
PACKET MAIL-OUTS AND VIRTUAL RACE PACKETS WILL BE MAILED APPROXIMATELY ONE WEEK PROR TO RACE DAY.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP THURSDAY JULY 2 FROM 4-7 PM AT CHARM CITY RUN IN BEL AIR.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP WILL BEGIN AT 6:30 AM AT THE FESTIVAL PARK PAVILION
IT'S GONNA BE A HOT ONE ON SATURDAY! ANYONE WANTING TO SWITCH TO THE VIRTUAL 5K SO THEY CAN COMPLETE THE RUN WHEN IT'S A BIT COOLER - JUST LET US KNOW AND WE CAN MAKE THE SWITCH. THERE WILL BE A SMALL FEE TO COVER THE COST OF SHIPPING YOUR ITEMS - OR YOU CAN PICK UP AT THE EARLY PACKET PICKUP ON THURSDAY.
IF YOU SWITCH TO THE VIRTUAL 5K AFTER 6 PM ON FRIDAY, WE CAN'T GUARANTEE THAT WE WILL HAVE YOUR SHIRT SIZE AVAILABLE. WE WILL MAKE EVERY ATTEMPT TO GET YOU THE REQUESTED SHIRT SIZE BUT DUE TO RACE DAY SWAPS, ETC. WE MAY NOT HAVE THE SIZE AVAILABLE AFTER THE RACE. THE RACE IS CLOSE TO A SELLOUT SO WE DON'T HAVE A LOT OF EXTRAS.
LIVE 5K AND 1 MILE DISTANCES, PLUS A VIRTUAL 5K COMPONENT FOR THOSE WHO CANNOT BE THERE ON THE DAY BUT STILL WANT TO JOIN IN THE FUN.
5K - $30/PER PERSON - INCLUDES SHIRT, PREMIUM MEDAL & RACE BIB. PRICE INCREASE TO $35 AFTER JUNE 15. RACE DAY REGISTRATION (IF AVAILABLE) IS $40. REGISTRATIONS MAY SELL OUT PRIOR TO RACE DAY.
1M - $25/PER PERSON (UNTIMED) INCLUDES SHIRT, PREMIUM MEDAL & RACE BIB. PRICE INCREASE TO $30 AFTER JUNE 15. RACE DAY REGISTRATION IS $35.
VIRTUAL 5K - $35 PER PERSON - VIRTUAL REGISTRATION INCLUDES PACKET MAILING OF SHIRT, PREMIUM MEDAL, AND RACE BIB.
THIS RACE IS OWNED, TIMED, AND PROFESSIONALLY TIMED AND MANAGED BY BLUE CHEETAH SPORTS TIMING
Race Day registration will not be available.
JOIN BLUE CHEETAH AS WE CELEBRATE THE INDEPENDENCE DAY HOLIDAY AND WEEKEND WITH OUR 6TH ANNUAL INDEPENDENCE DAY 5K - ON SATURDAY JULY 4, 2026. RUN OR WALK 5K OR 1M ON OUR CERTIFIED COURSE IN ABERDEEN, MD. RACE STARTS AND ENDS AT FESTIVAL PARK. 8:00 AM START TIME.
Awards: Top 3 Males and Females
Top 3 in Age Groups - 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+ (80+ first place only)
PACKET MAIL-OUTS AND VIRTUAL RACE PACKETS WILL BE MAILED APPROXIMATELY ONE WEEK PROR TO RACE DAY.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP THURSDAY JULY 2 FROM 4-7 PM AT CHARM CITY RUN IN BEL AIR.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP WILL BEGIN AT 6:30 AM AT THE FESTIVAL PARK PAVILION
IT'S GONNA BE A HOT ONE ON SATURDAY! ANYONE WANTING TO SWITCH TO THE VIRTUAL 5K SO THEY CAN COMPLETE THE RUN WHEN IT'S A BIT COOLER - JUST LET US KNOW AND WE CAN MAKE THE SWITCH. THERE WILL BE A SMALL FEE TO COVER THE COST OF SHIPPING YOUR ITEMS - OR YOU CAN PICK UP AT THE EARLY PACKET PICKUP ON THURSDAY.
IF YOU SWITCH TO THE VIRTUAL 5K AFTER 6 PM ON FRIDAY, WE CAN'T GUARANTEE THAT WE WILL HAVE YOUR SHIRT SIZE AVAILABLE. WE WILL MAKE EVERY ATTEMPT TO GET YOU THE REQUESTED SHIRT SIZE BUT DUE TO RACE DAY SWAPS, ETC. WE MAY NOT HAVE THE SIZE AVAILABLE AFTER THE RACE. THE RACE IS CLOSE TO A SELLOUT SO WE DON'T HAVE A LOT OF EXTRAS.
LIVE 5K AND 1 MILE DISTANCES, PLUS A VIRTUAL 5K COMPONENT FOR THOSE WHO CANNOT BE THERE ON THE DAY BUT STILL WANT TO JOIN IN THE FUN.
5K - $30/PER PERSON - INCLUDES SHIRT, PREMIUM MEDAL & RACE BIB. PRICE INCREASE TO $35 AFTER JUNE 15. RACE DAY REGISTRATION (IF AVAILABLE) IS $40. REGISTRATIONS MAY SELL OUT PRIOR TO RACE DAY.
1M - $25/PER PERSON (UNTIMED) INCLUDES SHIRT, PREMIUM MEDAL & RACE BIB. PRICE INCREASE TO $30 AFTER JUNE 15. RACE DAY REGISTRATION IS $35.
VIRTUAL 5K - $35 PER PERSON - VIRTUAL REGISTRATION INCLUDES PACKET MAILING OF SHIRT, PREMIUM MEDAL, AND RACE BIB.
THIS RACE IS OWNED, TIMED, AND PROFESSIONALLY TIMED AND MANAGED BY BLUE CHEETAH SPORTS TIMING
Races
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5K Run or Walk
Incl. $4.32 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$44.32
CLOSED -
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $4.03 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$39.03
CLOSED -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $4.03 Fee & T-Shirt
$39.03
CLOSEDVirtual runners are not eligible for prizes/awards and will be scored separately.
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Location
60 N. Parke St., Aberdeen, 21001, MD, United States
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