Run Like a Hero: 4th of July 5k
- Date Fri 4th July 2025
- Time 8:00AM PDT
- Location Chico, California
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and celebrate Independence Day at the Run Like a Hero 5K on Friday, July 4th, 2025! This exciting event takes place at Sycamore Field in beautiful Bidwell Park, Chico, Butte, and kicks off at 8 AM. Participants are encouraged to embrace the festive spirit by wearing their favorite superhero costumes or vibrant Independence Day attire.
The scenic race course features a modified version of the city’s 5K route, offering a delightful run through the picturesque surroundings of Chico. All proceeds from the event benefit the Chico Striders Run Strong Scholarship, which supports graduating high school senior athletes. Runners will receive custom hero capes, and post-race refreshments will be provided to celebrate your achievement. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, the Run Like a Hero 5K promises a fun-filled day for everyone. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, cheer, and connect with the community!
The scenic race course features a modified version of the city’s 5K route, offering a delightful run through the picturesque surroundings of Chico. All proceeds from the event benefit the Chico Striders Run Strong Scholarship, which supports graduating high school senior athletes. Runners will receive custom hero capes, and post-race refreshments will be provided to celebrate your achievement. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, the Run Like a Hero 5K promises a fun-filled day for everyone. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, cheer, and connect with the community!
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: Friday July 4th, 2025 @ 8am
Location: Sycamore Field, Bidwell Park - (Google Map [https://g.co/kgs/7aLnmMG])
Parking: At One Mile Sycamore Pool, CARD HQ on Vallombrosa Ave or Woodland Ave
Course: The race will use a slightly modified version of the City of Chico 5k course.
The course begins at South Park Drive and continues east until Cedar Grove where runners will turn on the first bridge over Big Chico Creek and proceed back down Petersen Memorial Way. After crossing the Sycamore Pool bridge the run finishes on the bike path adjacent Sycamore Field and Caper Acres Playground. (Course Map [https://chico.ca.us/documents/Community/Parks--Outdoors/Park-Reservation--Donation/5k_10k_map_lp.pdf])
Bibs and Timing: Bibs will be given to all race entrants. Packet pick-up will be at Fleet Feet prior to race day. Bib pick-up can also be done the day of the race at Sycamore Field, starting at 7:00am. Timing will be performed by Chico Running Club.
Giveaways: Registrants will receive a custom race hero cape, so you can run like a hero!
Discounted Registration: Chico Striders and Chico Running Club Members receive $10 off race registration, select the Striders/CRC option. Please do not register for the discounted race fee if you are not a 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.
Sponsors: Would you like to sponsor this event? We have Cape Giveaway, Refreshment, and Event Sponsor tiers.
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: Friday July 4th, 2025 @ 8am
Location: Sycamore Field, Bidwell Park - (Google Map [https://g.co/kgs/7aLnmMG])
Parking: At One Mile Sycamore Pool, CARD HQ on Vallombrosa Ave or Woodland Ave
Course: The race will use a slightly modified version of the City of Chico 5k course.
The course begins at South Park Drive and continues east until Cedar Grove where runners will turn on the first bridge over Big Chico Creek and proceed back down Petersen Memorial Way. After crossing the Sycamore Pool bridge the run finishes on the bike path adjacent Sycamore Field and Caper Acres Playground. (Course Map [https://chico.ca.us/documents/Community/Parks--Outdoors/Park-Reservation--Donation/5k_10k_map_lp.pdf])
Bibs and Timing: Bibs will be given to all race entrants. Packet pick-up will be at Fleet Feet prior to race day. Bib pick-up can also be done the day of the race at Sycamore Field, starting at 7:00am. Timing will be performed by Chico Running Club.
Giveaways: Registrants will receive a custom race hero cape, so you can run like a hero!
Discounted Registration: Chico Striders and Chico Running Club Members receive $10 off race registration, select the Striders/CRC option. Please do not register for the discounted race fee if you are not a 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.
Sponsors: Would you like to sponsor this event? We have Cape Giveaway, Refreshment, and Event Sponsor tiers.
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 & Hero Cape
Fri 4th July 2025 (8:00AM PDT)
$32.80
OPENS 16 MAY -
Striders & CRC Members: Discounted 5k Run/Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Fri 4th July 2025 (8:00AM PDT)
$22.20
OPENS 16 MAY
Run Like a Hero: 4th of July 5k
