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
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Event summary
Join the excitement at the Kiwanis Independence 5K, a cherished holiday tradition in Charlottesville, Albemarle, taking place from July 1 to July 7, 2025. This family-friendly event, which has been delighting participants since 1983, supports local charities such as The Salvation Army's Camp Rappahannock and Charlottesville Central Little League, contributing over $140,000 to the community over the years!
The race kicks off at Hollymead Elementary School, featuring a scenic course that weaves through picturesque neighborhoods. Participants can look forward to a fun and festive atmosphere as they challenge themselves on this 5K route. Don't forget to pick up your race packet on July 3rd from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM at Lakeside Middle School or on race morning starting at 6:30 AM. Mark your calendars and be part of this vibrant community event that celebrates independence and fitness while giving back to those in need!
The race kicks off at Hollymead Elementary School, featuring a scenic course that weaves through picturesque neighborhoods. Participants can look forward to a fun and festive atmosphere as they challenge themselves on this 5K route. Don't forget to pick up your race packet on July 3rd from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM at Lakeside Middle School or on race morning starting at 6:30 AM. Mark your calendars and be part of this vibrant community event that celebrates independence and fitness while giving back to those in need!
Organiser's Description
A CHARLOTTESVILLE HOLIDAY TRADITION SINCE 1983
To Benefit THE SALVATION ARMY -CAMP RAPPAHANNOCK [https://charlottesville.salvationarmypotomac.org/], CHARLOTTESVILLE CENTRAL LITTLE LEAGUE AND 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 THE SALVATION ARMY -CAMP RAPPAHANNOCK [https://charlottesville.salvationarmypotomac.org/], CHARLOTTESVILLE CENTRAL LITTLE LEAGUE AND 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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