Kiwanis Independence Day 5K
- Date Tue 29th June 2027 - Sun 4th July 2027
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Charlottesville, Virginia
- Price $30.00 - $35.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for the Kiwanis Independence Day 5K, a beloved tradition in Charlottesville, Albemarle, running from June 29th to July 4th, 2027! This exciting event has been bringing the community together since 1983, all while supporting fantastic local charities, including the Salvation Army Camp Rappahannock, Central Little League, and Charlottesville Community Bikes. Over the past 42 years, participants have helped raise over $150,000 for these worthy causes!
The race kicks off at Hollymead Elementary School, featuring a scenic 5K course that takes you through the picturesque neighborhoods of Charlottesville. With packet pickup available on July 3rd and race morning starting at 6:30 AM, there’s plenty of time to prepare for a fun-filled day of fitness and community spirit. Whether you’re an experienced runner or just looking for a way to celebrate the holiday, the Kiwanis Independence Day 5K promises an unforgettable experience with family, friends, and neighbors. Join us in celebrating independence and giving back to the community this July!
The race kicks off at Hollymead Elementary School, featuring a scenic 5K course that takes you through the picturesque neighborhoods of Charlottesville. With packet pickup available on July 3rd and race morning starting at 6:30 AM, there’s plenty of time to prepare for a fun-filled day of fitness and community spirit. Whether you’re an experienced runner or just looking for a way to celebrate the holiday, the Kiwanis Independence Day 5K promises an unforgettable experience with family, friends, and neighbors. Join us in celebrating independence and giving back to the community this July!
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.
Races
-
5K Run/Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 3rd July 2027 (7:30AM EDT)
$35.00
OPENS 16 APR 27 -
Virtual 5K Run/Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
$30.00
OPENS 15 APR 27If you would like your Race Tshirt, please feel free to pick up on 07/3/26 @ 4:30pm-6pm at Lakeside Elementry.
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