Kiwanis Independence 5K
- Date Tue 30th June 2026 - Mon 6th July 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Charlottesville, Virginia
- Price $30.00 - $35.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for the Kiwanis Independence 5K, a cherished Charlottesville holiday tradition since 1983! This exciting event will take place from June 30th to July 6th, 2026, in the beautiful Albemarle region. Participants will enjoy a scenic 5K race that starts at Hollymead Elementary School, winding through picturesque neighborhoods and trails. Over the years, this community gathering has not only been a fantastic way to celebrate Independence Day but has also raised over $150,000 for local charities, including the Salvation Army's Camp Rappahannock, Central Little League, and Charlottesville Community Bikes.
Join fellow runners and community members as you make lasting memories and contribute to a great cause. Packet pickup will be available on July 3rd from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM at Lakeside Middle School, and also on race morning starting at 6:30 AM. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, the Kiwanis Independence 5K promises an uplifting atmosphere filled with community spirit and festive fun. Don't miss out on this opportunity to kick off your 4th of July celebrations with a bang!
Join fellow runners and community members as you make lasting memories and contribute to a great cause. Packet pickup will be available on July 3rd from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM at Lakeside Middle School, and also on race morning starting at 6:30 AM. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, the Kiwanis Independence 5K promises an uplifting atmosphere filled with community spirit and festive fun. Don't miss out on this opportunity to kick off your 4th of July celebrations with a bang!
Organiser's Description
A CHARLOTTESVILLE HOLIDAY TRADITION SINCE 1983
To Benefit SALVATION ARMY -CAMP RAPPAHANNOCK [https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.camprappahannock.org%2Fcamps%2F&data=05%7C02%7C%7C541642bcb23e456bcdf408dd61bcaa05%7C29c364e4f35940748b750cfb9554b9c4%7C0%7C0%7C638774185136233885%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=S6pEC6aSraHimXQrYn8Ki3PLmlFcTK%2BPoV1Pc2PVqe4%3D&reserved=0], CENTRAL LITTLE LEAGUE [https://www.centralll.com/], AND CHARLOTTESVILLE COMMUNITY BIKES. [https://www.charlottesvillecommunitybikes.org/]
Over $150,000 has been raised for charity over the past 42 years!
Sponsored by.
Hosted by the KIWANIS CLUB OF CHARLOTTESVILLE
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 LAKESIDE 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://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.camprappahannock.org%2Fcamps%2F&data=05%7C02%7C%7C541642bcb23e456bcdf408dd61bcaa05%7C29c364e4f35940748b750cfb9554b9c4%7C0%7C0%7C638774185136233885%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=S6pEC6aSraHimXQrYn8Ki3PLmlFcTK%2BPoV1Pc2PVqe4%3D&reserved=0], CENTRAL LITTLE LEAGUE [https://www.centralll.com/], AND CHARLOTTESVILLE COMMUNITY BIKES. [https://www.charlottesvillecommunitybikes.org/]
Over $150,000 has been raised for charity over the past 42 years!
Sponsored by.
Hosted by the KIWANIS CLUB OF CHARLOTTESVILLE
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 LAKESIDE 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.
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2801 Powell Creek Drive, Lakeside Middle School, Charlottesville, 22911, VA, United States
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