Independence Day Festival
- Date Fri 4th July 2025
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Hazleton, Pennsylvania
- Price $18.00 - $34.30
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Independence Day Festival on Friday, July 4th, 2025, in Hazleton, Luzerne! This exciting event will kick off at the scenic Louis Schiavo City View Park, where participants will enjoy a picturesque out-and-back course connecting the Arthur Gardner Hwy to the Hazleton Rails to Trails. Runners can choose between the 5K and 10K races, both starting at 8:30 a.m. with prizes awarded based on gun time for overall winners and chip time for age group awards.
All participants will receive a finisher's medal, a stylish race t-shirt, and a goody bag to celebrate their achievements. The event features awards for the top male and female finishers in both races, with medals for all age groups from youth to seniors. For those who can't make it in person, a virtual race option is available to support this great cause from July 4th to July 6th. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit the local Autism Community, Youth Sports, Cancer Research, and Disabled Veterans. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate independence while making a positive impact!
All participants will receive a finisher's medal, a stylish race t-shirt, and a goody bag to celebrate their achievements. The event features awards for the top male and female finishers in both races, with medals for all age groups from youth to seniors. For those who can't make it in person, a virtual race option is available to support this great cause from July 4th to July 6th. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit the local Autism Community, Youth Sports, Cancer Research, and Disabled Veterans. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate independence while making a positive impact!
Organiser's Description
The event will start and finish will be at the Louis Schiavo City View Park, Hazleton. The course will consist of an out and back , connecting the Aurther Gardner Hwy to the Hazleton Rails to Trails
The official Gun Start will be at 8:30 a.m. for the 5K & 10K Races. Gun time will be used for overall awards / Chip time will be used for age group awards.
All participants will also receive a finishers medal, race t-shirt and goody bag.
Age Groups and Awards
5K/10K overall male and female awards for first place. Medals will be awarded to MALE and FEMALE runners in 20 year age groups. (19 & U, 20-39, 40-59, 60+)
VIRTUAL RACE OPTION
Want to support our cause, but not able to show up on race day?? We have a virtual option for all distances. Race on your own course, on your own time between Friday July 4th, and Sunday July 6th. Submit your time electronically and you will be scored in a special division of any of these 4 events: 10K, 5K, or 1 Mile Family Walk.
100% of the proceeds will be donated to support the local Autism Community, Youth Sports, Cancer Research and Disabled Veterans.
The official Gun Start will be at 8:30 a.m. for the 5K & 10K Races. Gun time will be used for overall awards / Chip time will be used for age group awards.
All participants will also receive a finishers medal, race t-shirt and goody bag.
Age Groups and Awards
5K/10K overall male and female awards for first place. Medals will be awarded to MALE and FEMALE runners in 20 year age groups. (19 & U, 20-39, 40-59, 60+)
VIRTUAL RACE OPTION
Want to support our cause, but not able to show up on race day?? We have a virtual option for all distances. Race on your own course, on your own time between Friday July 4th, and Sunday July 6th. Submit your time electronically and you will be scored in a special division of any of these 4 events: 10K, 5K, or 1 Mile Family Walk.
100% of the proceeds will be donated to support the local Autism Community, Youth Sports, Cancer Research and Disabled Veterans.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 4th July 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$34.30
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10K Run
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 4th July 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$34.30
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Virtual Race Option; 10K/5K/1M
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
$34.30
Want to support our cause, but not able to show up on race day?? We have a virtual option for all distances. Race on your own course, on your own time between Saturday July 2nd, and July 4th, Submit your time electronically and you will be scored in a special division of any of these 4 events: 10K, 5K, or 1 Mile Walk -
1 Mile Family Walk
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 4th July 2025 (11:00AM EDT)
$28.00
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1 Mile Youth Race
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 4th July 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$18.00
This is a 2 Loop race. Course is completely within the Park. Open to all runners 16 and younger.
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