Run Like a Hero: 4th of July 5k
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 7:30AM PDT
- Location Chico, California
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and celebrate the 4th of July at the Run Like a Hero 5k in Chico, Butte! This exciting event takes place on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, at 7:30 AM, starting at the picturesque Sycamore Field in Bidwell Park. Participants are encouraged to embrace the festive spirit by donning their favorite hero costumes or patriotic attire, making this race a fun-filled celebration for the whole community.
Not only will you enjoy a spirited run, but you'll also be supporting a great cause! Proceeds from the race benefit the Chico Striders Run Strong Scholarship, awarded to graduating high school senior athletes. Registration is available until 11:30 PM on July 3rd, and participants can look forward to refreshments and a supportive atmosphere as they cheer each other on. Join us for a memorable day of fitness, community, and celebration—mark your calendars for July 4th, and let’s run like heroes!
Not only will you enjoy a spirited run, but you'll also be supporting a great cause! Proceeds from the race benefit the Chico Striders Run Strong Scholarship, awarded to graduating high school senior athletes. Registration is available until 11:30 PM on July 3rd, and participants can look forward to refreshments and a supportive atmosphere as they cheer each other on. Join us for a memorable day of fitness, community, and celebration—mark your calendars for July 4th, and let’s run like heroes!
Organiser's Description
Join us for a 4th of July celebration, the Run Like a Hero 5k presented by Chico Striders [https://www.chicostriders.com/] and Chico Running Club [https://chicorunningclub.org/]. Race proceeds benefit Chico Striders Run Strong Scholarship [https://www.chicostriders.com/about-1] presented to graduating high school senior athletes. Our theme this year is Run Like a Hero- wear your favorite hero costume or best Independence Day attire!
DATE: Saturday July 4th, 2026 @ 7:30am
REGISTRATION: Will be available until 11:30pm on July 3rd. No race day registration is available.
LOCATION: Sycamore Field, Bidwell Park - (Google Map [https://g.co/kgs/7aLnmMG])
PARKING: At Vallombrosa Way, CARD HQ parking lot on Vallombrosa Ave or Woodland Ave
BIBS AND TIMING: Bibs will be given to all race entrants. Packet pick-up will be at Fleet Feet Friday July 3rd between 11am-1pm. Bib pick-up can also be done the day of the race at Sycamore Field, starting at 6:45am. Timing will be performed by Chico Running Club.
DISCOUNTED REGISTRATION: Chico Striders Chico Running Club, and Bidwell Run Club Members receive $10 off race registration, select the Team option. For non members please select No Team. Please do not register for the discounted race fee if you are not a running club member.
REFRESHMENTS: Drinks and snacks will be provided after the race. Please stay after completing the race to cheer on other participants as they cross the finish.
VOLUNTEERS: Not ready to participate? Volunteers are needed and welcome for this race. Please click on the volunteer tab in the RunSignUp menu to sign up.
RACE INSURANCE: Is provided by a RunSignUp partner. Chico Running Club does not provide or administer race insurance should participants elect to purchase it.
DATE: Saturday July 4th, 2026 @ 7:30am
REGISTRATION: Will be available until 11:30pm on July 3rd. No race day registration is available.
LOCATION: Sycamore Field, Bidwell Park - (Google Map [https://g.co/kgs/7aLnmMG])
PARKING: At Vallombrosa Way, CARD HQ parking lot on Vallombrosa Ave or Woodland Ave
BIBS AND TIMING: Bibs will be given to all race entrants. Packet pick-up will be at Fleet Feet Friday July 3rd between 11am-1pm. Bib pick-up can also be done the day of the race at Sycamore Field, starting at 6:45am. Timing will be performed by Chico Running Club.
DISCOUNTED REGISTRATION: Chico Striders Chico Running Club, and Bidwell Run Club Members receive $10 off race registration, select the Team option. For non members please select No Team. Please do not register for the discounted race fee if you are not a running club member.
REFRESHMENTS: Drinks and snacks will be provided after the race. Please stay after completing the race to cheer on other participants as they cross the finish.
VOLUNTEERS: Not ready to participate? Volunteers are needed and welcome for this race. Please click on the volunteer tab in the RunSignUp menu to sign up.
RACE INSURANCE: Is provided by a RunSignUp partner. Chico Running Club does not provide or administer race insurance should participants elect to purchase it.
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Race Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (7:30AM PDT)
$32.80
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