Walter Hunt 4th of July 3K Road Race
- Date Fri 4th July 2025
- Time 9:45AM EDT
- Location Brewer, Maine
- Price $16.90
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 44th Annual Walter Hunt 4th of July 3K Road Race, taking place on Friday, July 4, 2025, in Brewer, Penobscot! This exhilarating race, known as Maine's fastest road race, kicks off at 9:45 a.m., just 15 minutes before the Brewer-Bangor parade. Experience the thrill of running along the parade route with enthusiastic spectators cheering you on, creating an unforgettable atmosphere that will push you to the finish line!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to celebrate Independence Day, the Walter Hunt 3K is the perfect event. Online registration is open until June 30, 2025, at 11:59 p.m., with free entry for Sub5 track club members. Don't miss out on the chance to earn your spot in this memorable race, enjoy water and post-race snacks, and grab a tech shirt for just an additional $10! Join us for a day of excitement, community spirit, and healthy competition in Brewer—mark your calendars and be part of this fantastic tradition!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to celebrate Independence Day, the Walter Hunt 3K is the perfect event. Online registration is open until June 30, 2025, at 11:59 p.m., with free entry for Sub5 track club members. Don't miss out on the chance to earn your spot in this memorable race, enjoy water and post-race snacks, and grab a tech shirt for just an additional $10! Join us for a day of excitement, community spirit, and healthy competition in Brewer—mark your calendars and be part of this fantastic tradition!
Organiser's Description
44TH ANNUAL WALTER HUNT 4TH OF JULY 3K ROAD RACE.
MAINE'S FASTEST ROAD RACE! COME BE PART OF THIS FAST, EXCITING RACE JUST BEFORE THE 4TH OF JULY BREWER-BANGOR PARADE!
Friday, July 4, 2025. Race begins @ 9:45 a.m.
Course Description: One word...Fast! The race route runs along the 4th of July parade route, 15 minutes before the 4th of July parade. Want that experience of people cheering for you in a race? This is the race for you. Sign up and let the parade crowd "push" you to the finish!
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN THROUGH JUNE 30, 2025, AT 11:59 P.M. Race registration is FREE for Sub5 track club members with current membership standing. Members MUST register membership in advance and use Runsignup login to receive online discount.
Bib pick-up for all pre-registered runners and race-day registration will be at Brewer Auditorium from 8:00 to 9:05 a.m. BIB PICK-UP AND REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 9:05 A.M.! RACE DAY REGISTRATION WILL BE $25. TEAM REGISTRATION PRICING ON RACE DAY IS $75. RACE-DAY REGISTRATION IS CASH OR CHECK ONLY.
Water and post-race snacks will be available at the race finish.
AGAIN THIS YEAR! Our race participant item is being upgraded from cotton to a tech shirt. Because this comes with an additional cost and other increased costs we've decided to make it an add-on. This means, you can register for the race for the same low price (free for Sub5 members) but if you want the shirt it is an additional $10. Yes the shirt costs Sub5 more than $10 so this is a deal! Details are in the registration.
COURSE RECORDS: Riley Masters 8:02 (2011), Ruth White 9:26 (2023)
Thank you to lead race sponsors DEAD RIVER COMPANY, and FYZICAL THERAPY & BALANCE CENTERS. Additional generous sponsor support comes from VERSANT POWER, MAINE SAVINGS, HALEY WARD, HANNAFORD, AND BANGOR SAVINGS BANK.
MAINE'S FASTEST ROAD RACE! COME BE PART OF THIS FAST, EXCITING RACE JUST BEFORE THE 4TH OF JULY BREWER-BANGOR PARADE!
Friday, July 4, 2025. Race begins @ 9:45 a.m.
Course Description: One word...Fast! The race route runs along the 4th of July parade route, 15 minutes before the 4th of July parade. Want that experience of people cheering for you in a race? This is the race for you. Sign up and let the parade crowd "push" you to the finish!
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN THROUGH JUNE 30, 2025, AT 11:59 P.M. Race registration is FREE for Sub5 track club members with current membership standing. Members MUST register membership in advance and use Runsignup login to receive online discount.
Bib pick-up for all pre-registered runners and race-day registration will be at Brewer Auditorium from 8:00 to 9:05 a.m. BIB PICK-UP AND REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 9:05 A.M.! RACE DAY REGISTRATION WILL BE $25. TEAM REGISTRATION PRICING ON RACE DAY IS $75. RACE-DAY REGISTRATION IS CASH OR CHECK ONLY.
Water and post-race snacks will be available at the race finish.
AGAIN THIS YEAR! Our race participant item is being upgraded from cotton to a tech shirt. Because this comes with an additional cost and other increased costs we've decided to make it an add-on. This means, you can register for the race for the same low price (free for Sub5 members) but if you want the shirt it is an additional $10. Yes the shirt costs Sub5 more than $10 so this is a deal! Details are in the registration.
COURSE RECORDS: Riley Masters 8:02 (2011), Ruth White 9:26 (2023)
Thank you to lead race sponsors DEAD RIVER COMPANY, and FYZICAL THERAPY & BALANCE CENTERS. Additional generous sponsor support comes from VERSANT POWER, MAINE SAVINGS, HALEY WARD, HANNAFORD, AND BANGOR SAVINGS BANK.
Races
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3K Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt (Additional Fee)
Fri 4th July 2025 (9:45AM EDT)
$16.90
Where: Start at Brewer Auditorium, Wilson Street, Brewer, Maine and Finish at Pickering Square Parking Garage, Bangor, Maine Race Day Registration $25 Available 8:00-9:00 AM. Race Day Parking: Brewer Auditorium (very limited) and Brewer Shopping Center. Water and snacks will be available at the finish. Thank you Race Sponsors Dead River Company, Maine Savings, Haley Ward, Bangor Savings Bank and Versant Power! SPECIAL RACE NOTES: RUNNERS WITH EARBUDS, OR DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THIS RACE. Strollers are allowed but must start behind other runners.
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