The Great American Race
From California Classic Events
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 7:00AM PDT
- Location Visalia, California
- Price $28.25 - $54.75
- Races 4 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for The Great American Race, taking place on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in the vibrant city of Visalia, Tulare! Organized by California Classic Events, this year's race is set to be a spectacular celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. Join fellow runners and families for a day filled with patriotism and community spirit as you choose from a thrilling 5K, a challenging 10K, or a fun-filled kids race.
This isn’t just any Fourth of July run; it’s an extraordinary occasion that honors the semiquincentennial of the United States, marking 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Feel the excitement as you race along a course adorned with American flags, surrounded by festive music and the enthusiasm of fellow participants. Whether you’re running for fun, competition, or simply to celebrate freedom and unity, The Great American Race promises to deliver an unforgettable experience for everyone involved. Gather your friends and family, and kick off Independence Day the classic way with California Classic Events!
This isn’t just any Fourth of July run; it’s an extraordinary occasion that honors the semiquincentennial of the United States, marking 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Feel the excitement as you race along a course adorned with American flags, surrounded by festive music and the enthusiasm of fellow participants. Whether you’re running for fun, competition, or simply to celebrate freedom and unity, The Great American Race promises to deliver an unforgettable experience for everyone involved. Gather your friends and family, and kick off Independence Day the classic way with California Classic Events!
Organiser's Description
CELEBRATING 250 YEARS OF AMERICA!
JOIN CALIFORNIA CLASSIC EVENTS AS WE CELEBRATE THE 250TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AT THE 6TH ANNUAL GREAT AMERICAN RACE!
THIS ISN'T JUST ANOTHER FOURTH OF JULY RUN; IT'S A ONCE-IN-A-GENERATION CELEBRATION HONORING AMERICA'S SEMIQUINCENTENNIAL, MARKING 250 YEARS SINCE THE SIGNING OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE.
GATHER YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY, AND RUNNING CREW AND KICK OFF INDEPENDENCE DAY THE CLASSIC WAY WITH A PATRIOTIC 5K, 10K, KIDS RACE, AND COSTUME CONTEST AT VISALIA'S BEAUTIFUL RIVERWAY SPORTS PARK.
EXPERIENCE AN AMERICAN FLAG-LINED COURSE, FESTIVE RACE-DAY ATMOSPHERE, PATRIOTIC MUSIC, AND A COMMUNITY UNITED IN CELEBRATION, MOVEMENT, AND FREEDOM.
_WE ARE ONE WHEN WE RUN._
JOIN CALIFORNIA CLASSIC EVENTS AS WE CELEBRATE THE 250TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AT THE 6TH ANNUAL GREAT AMERICAN RACE!
THIS ISN'T JUST ANOTHER FOURTH OF JULY RUN; IT'S A ONCE-IN-A-GENERATION CELEBRATION HONORING AMERICA'S SEMIQUINCENTENNIAL, MARKING 250 YEARS SINCE THE SIGNING OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE.
GATHER YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY, AND RUNNING CREW AND KICK OFF INDEPENDENCE DAY THE CLASSIC WAY WITH A PATRIOTIC 5K, 10K, KIDS RACE, AND COSTUME CONTEST AT VISALIA'S BEAUTIFUL RIVERWAY SPORTS PARK.
EXPERIENCE AN AMERICAN FLAG-LINED COURSE, FESTIVE RACE-DAY ATMOSPHERE, PATRIOTIC MUSIC, AND A COMMUNITY UNITED IN CELEBRATION, MOVEMENT, AND FREEDOM.
_WE ARE ONE WHEN WE RUN._
Races
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10K Run
Incl. $4.45 Fee & Tank Top or Tech Shirt Options
Sat 4th July 2026 (7:00AM PDT)
$49.45
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5K Run
Incl. $4.45 Fee & Tank Top or Tech Shirt Options
Sat 4th July 2026 (7:00AM PDT)
$49.45
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Kids Race (1-8) (Not Timed)
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (7:00AM PDT)
$28.25
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Virtual
Incl. $4.75 Fee & Great American Tank Top
$54.75
Virtual runs are events that you do on your own schedule and your own course. You will not be eligible for any awards. Your results are not official and are not posted. Your event shirt and finisher's medal will be mailed to you automatically within 2 weeks after the event.
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3611 N Dinuba Blvd, Visalia, 93291, CA, United States
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