The Great American 5k
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 7:04AM CDT
- Location Linn Creek, Missouri
- Price $30.68 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to kick off your Independence Day with a bang at the inaugural Great American 5K, happening on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in the charming town of Linn Creek, Camden, Missouri. This exciting event is set to be the patriotic highlight of the holiday, perfectly timed with America's 250th birthday celebration. Runners of all levels can enjoy a crisp and fast race route, while reveling in a festive atmosphere that captures the spirit of the occasion.
Participants can look forward to bold, commemorative shirts, standout finisher awards, and an overall experience that reflects this once-in-a-lifetime milestone. The race will also feature a dedicated military and veterans division, offering a discount for eligible participants to honor those who serve. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Heroes Outreach Program, which is committed to supporting military veterans and first responders facing challenges like PTSD. With a post-race celebration that embodies the essence of July 4th, the Great American 5K promises to be an unforgettable way to start your holiday. Register by June 16 to ensure you receive your t-shirt and get ready to celebrate with your feet on the ground and a flag in the air!
Participants can look forward to bold, commemorative shirts, standout finisher awards, and an overall experience that reflects this once-in-a-lifetime milestone. The race will also feature a dedicated military and veterans division, offering a discount for eligible participants to honor those who serve. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Heroes Outreach Program, which is committed to supporting military veterans and first responders facing challenges like PTSD. With a post-race celebration that embodies the essence of July 4th, the Great American 5K promises to be an unforgettable way to start your holiday. Register by June 16 to ensure you receive your t-shirt and get ready to celebrate with your feet on the ground and a flag in the air!
Organiser's Description
The inaugural GREAT AMERICAN 5K debuts on Saturday, July 4, in Linn Creek, Missouri, and its built to be the patriotic centerpiece of the holiday. Timed perfectly with Americas 250th birthday, this race delivers a crisp, fast route and the kind of dialed-in organization that makes for a smooth, high-energy start to the day. Its a brand-new tradition designed to feel big right out of the gatered, white, and ready to run.
With the semiquincentennial as our backdrop, the event leans fully into the celebration. Expect bold, commemorative shirts, standout finisher awards, and race-day touches that make the entire experience feel worthy of a once-every-250-years milestone. Even better, proceeds benefit HEROES OUTREACH [https://www.heroesoutreachprogram.org/].
The Heroes Outreach Program is a non-profit organization dedicated to preventing suicide among military veterans and first responders by combatting isolation and the loss of camaraderie.
The program primarily achieves this through Gatheringsweekly, informal meetups at local cafes or diners where heroes can share a meal and build a supportive peer network in a relaxed environment. Their ultimate goal is to establish a Gathering location within 20 miles of every veteran and first responder in the country to ensure no one has to face PTSD or lifes challenges alone.
IN RECOGNITION OF THOSE WHO SERVE, THE RACE FEATURES A DEDICATED MILITARY/VETERANS DIVISION, WITH REGISTRATION PRICED AT 20% OFF FOR ELIGIBLE PARTICIPANTS.
The Linn Creek Industrial Park will set the stage with a festive atmospheresmooth logistics, lively support, and a post-race vibe that feels like the citys own July 4 kickoff. Whether youre a seasoned racer, a casual jogger, a walker, or someone who simply wants to start the holiday with purpose, the Great American 5K sets the tone. For a country turning 250, this is how you start the celebration: feet on the ground, flag in the air, and a finish line that means something.
Register before June 16 to be guaranteed a t-shirt.
Age group awards will be given to the top finisher in each division.
All participants receive a finishers medal.
Course Map: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3286197 [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3286197]
With the semiquincentennial as our backdrop, the event leans fully into the celebration. Expect bold, commemorative shirts, standout finisher awards, and race-day touches that make the entire experience feel worthy of a once-every-250-years milestone. Even better, proceeds benefit HEROES OUTREACH [https://www.heroesoutreachprogram.org/].
The Heroes Outreach Program is a non-profit organization dedicated to preventing suicide among military veterans and first responders by combatting isolation and the loss of camaraderie.
The program primarily achieves this through Gatheringsweekly, informal meetups at local cafes or diners where heroes can share a meal and build a supportive peer network in a relaxed environment. Their ultimate goal is to establish a Gathering location within 20 miles of every veteran and first responder in the country to ensure no one has to face PTSD or lifes challenges alone.
IN RECOGNITION OF THOSE WHO SERVE, THE RACE FEATURES A DEDICATED MILITARY/VETERANS DIVISION, WITH REGISTRATION PRICED AT 20% OFF FOR ELIGIBLE PARTICIPANTS.
The Linn Creek Industrial Park will set the stage with a festive atmospheresmooth logistics, lively support, and a post-race vibe that feels like the citys own July 4 kickoff. Whether youre a seasoned racer, a casual jogger, a walker, or someone who simply wants to start the holiday with purpose, the Great American 5K sets the tone. For a country turning 250, this is how you start the celebration: feet on the ground, flag in the air, and a finish line that means something.
Register before June 16 to be guaranteed a t-shirt.
Age group awards will be given to the top finisher in each division.
All participants receive a finishers medal.
Course Map: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3286197 [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3286197]
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828 Business Park Road, Linn Creek, 65052, MO, United States
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