Kiwanis Independence 5K
- Date Tue 1st July 2025 - Mon 7th July 2025
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Charlottesville, Virginia
- Price $30.00 - $35.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Kiwanis Independence 5K, a beloved Charlottesville holiday tradition dating back to 1983! Taking place from July 1st to July 7th, 2025, this vibrant event supports local charities including the Salvation Army's Camp Rappahannock, Central Little League, and Charlottesville Community Bikes. Over the past 41 years, the race has raised more than $140,000 for these worthy causes, making it a meaningful way to celebrate the spirit of giving back during the Independence Day festivities.
The race kicks off at Hollymead Elementary School, featuring a scenic course winding through beautiful neighborhoods. Packet pickup is scheduled for July 3rd from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM at Lakeside Middle School, and race day registration opens at 6:30 AM. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, the Kiwanis Independence 5K promises a fun and festive atmosphere for all ages. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to make a difference in the community while enjoying an exhilarating 5K run!
The race kicks off at Hollymead Elementary School, featuring a scenic course winding through beautiful neighborhoods. Packet pickup is scheduled for July 3rd from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM at Lakeside Middle School, and race day registration opens at 6:30 AM. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, the Kiwanis Independence 5K promises a fun and festive atmosphere for all ages. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to make a difference in the community while enjoying an exhilarating 5K run!
Organiser's Description
A CHARLOTTESVILLE HOLIDAY TRADITION SINCE 1983
To Benefit SALVATION ARMY -CAMP RAPPAHANNOCK [https://charlottesville.salvationarmypotomac.org/], CENTRAL LITTLE LEAGUE AND CHARLOTTESVILLE COMMUNITY BIKES. [https://www.charlottesvillecommunitybikes.org/]
Over $140,000 has been raised for charity over the past 41 years!
Sponsored by.
Hosted by the KIWANIS CLUB OF CHARLOTTESVILLE and the CHARLOTTESVILLE TRACK CLUB
PACKET PICKUP: July 3rd from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM at LAKESIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL and race morning from 6:30 AM.
My 4th of July experience has been enriched over the years, thanks to this wonderful community event.
~ Mark Lorenzoni
THE HOLLYMEAD COURSE [https://www.cvilletrackclub.org/uploads/5/7/6/0/57609265/kiwanis2_orig.jpg]
Start at Hollymead Elementary School.
Turn right on Powell Creek Drive.
Turn right on Shadybrook Trail.
Turn left on Turnberry Circle.
Continue around the circle and return back AND GO LEFT ON to Shadybrook Trail.
Turn left onto the short trail.
Emerge from trail onto N English Oaks Circle and turn left onto English Oaks Circle.
TURN RIGHT Follow circle back onto NORTH English Oaks Circle.
Turn left onto Kendalwood Lane.
Turn right onto Ashwood Blvd.
Turn right onto Powell Creek Drive.
Turn right to finish back at Hollymead Elementary School.
To Benefit SALVATION ARMY -CAMP RAPPAHANNOCK [https://charlottesville.salvationarmypotomac.org/], CENTRAL LITTLE LEAGUE AND CHARLOTTESVILLE COMMUNITY BIKES. [https://www.charlottesvillecommunitybikes.org/]
Over $140,000 has been raised for charity over the past 41 years!
Sponsored by.
Hosted by the KIWANIS CLUB OF CHARLOTTESVILLE and the CHARLOTTESVILLE TRACK CLUB
PACKET PICKUP: July 3rd from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM at LAKESIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL and race morning from 6:30 AM.
My 4th of July experience has been enriched over the years, thanks to this wonderful community event.
~ Mark Lorenzoni
THE HOLLYMEAD COURSE [https://www.cvilletrackclub.org/uploads/5/7/6/0/57609265/kiwanis2_orig.jpg]
Start at Hollymead Elementary School.
Turn right on Powell Creek Drive.
Turn right on Shadybrook Trail.
Turn left on Turnberry Circle.
Continue around the circle and return back AND GO LEFT ON to Shadybrook Trail.
Turn left onto the short trail.
Emerge from trail onto N English Oaks Circle and turn left onto English Oaks Circle.
TURN RIGHT Follow circle back onto NORTH English Oaks Circle.
Turn left onto Kendalwood Lane.
Turn right onto Ashwood Blvd.
Turn right onto Powell Creek Drive.
Turn right to finish back at Hollymead Elementary School.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Fri 4th July 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$35.00
Packet Pickup at Lakeside Middle School, 2801 Powell Creek Drive June 28th from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. or race morning 6:30 a.m.-7:15am race day -
Virtual 5K Run/Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
$30.00
If you would like your Race Tshirt, please feel free to pick up on 06/30/25 @ 4:30pm-6pm
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