Independence Day 5K
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Sweetwater, Tennessee
- Price $16.90 - $59.30
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Independence Day 5K on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in the picturesque town of Sweetwater, Monroe! This flat and fast race begins at the historic gazebo in the heart of Sweetwater, where runners will dash down Main Street USA, celebrating the spirit of independence and community. As you race through the charming valley, you'll be part of the kickoff for the Sweetwater 4th of July Celebration, a day filled with food, games, shopping, and a spectacular fireworks display!
Participants can look forward to exciting awards for the top runners in various gender and age group categories, as well as a special Duck Park Dash for kids 12 and under. Don't forget to register by June 4th to guarantee your commemorative t-shirt! For those who can't join us in person, a virtual race option is available, allowing you to complete your 5K anytime between July 1st and July 5th while still receiving a t-shirt. Registration opens at 6 AM on race day for walk-up runners, so come ready to celebrate and run for a great cause, as all proceeds benefit East Hills Young Life. Let's make this Independence Day unforgettable!
Participants can look forward to exciting awards for the top runners in various gender and age group categories, as well as a special Duck Park Dash for kids 12 and under. Don't forget to register by June 4th to guarantee your commemorative t-shirt! For those who can't join us in person, a virtual race option is available, allowing you to complete your 5K anytime between July 1st and July 5th while still receiving a t-shirt. Registration opens at 6 AM on race day for walk-up runners, so come ready to celebrate and run for a great cause, as all proceeds benefit East Hills Young Life. Let's make this Independence Day unforgettable!
Organiser's Description
Travel to Historic Sweetwater, TN for a flat and fast run down Main Street USA. Well start at the center of town (meet at the gazebo) and run down the valley to kick-off the Sweetwater 4th of July Celebration. Stick around for some food, games, shopping and of course fireworks as we celebrate the blessings we have as Americans!
T-Shirts guaranteed for those who register by June 4th.
Awards given to top runners by gender and age group categories.
Kids race, the Duck Park Dash, for kids 12 and under.
All proceeds benefit East Hills Young Life.
Virtual Race Option: For those that cannot make it to the race on July 4th but want to participate may choose this option and do their run anytime from July 1st to July 5th and receive a t-shirt! (T-shirts only guaranteed for those who register before June 4)
Notice: Registration will be open at 6 AM to 7 AM on Monday, July 4th race morning for walk-up runners. Please enter your information in one of three small notebook computers, note CASH or pay by CREDIT CARD (enter info) & proceed to next table to get your race number with timing tag on back of number. Thank you!
T-Shirts guaranteed for those who register by June 4th.
Awards given to top runners by gender and age group categories.
Kids race, the Duck Park Dash, for kids 12 and under.
All proceeds benefit East Hills Young Life.
Virtual Race Option: For those that cannot make it to the race on July 4th but want to participate may choose this option and do their run anytime from July 1st to July 5th and receive a t-shirt! (T-shirts only guaranteed for those who register before June 4)
Notice: Registration will be open at 6 AM to 7 AM on Monday, July 4th race morning for walk-up runners. Please enter your information in one of three small notebook computers, note CASH or pay by CREDIT CARD (enter info) & proceed to next table to get your race number with timing tag on back of number. Thank you!
Races
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Independence Day 5K on Site Run/Walk
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$59.30
CLOSED -
1 Mile Fun Run Kids
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$16.90
CLOSEDShirt does not come with this registration -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.10
CLOSED
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