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Independence Day 5k and 1 mile!

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About the Event

🏃‍♀️ The Ultimate Run Series Challenge! 🏃‍♂️
Join us for four amazing runs throughout the year!

Flag Day Run
Independence Day Run
Labor Day Run
Veterans Mile
Here’s the deal:
✅ Participate in 3 out of the 4 runs and earn:

An amazing commemorative medal 🏅
Free breakfast at each run 🍳
30% off the Ugly Sweater Run in December 🎄
(Limited spots — early access for you before registration closes!)
All four of these runs share one incredible theme — celebrating unity, strength, and community spirit!

So lace up, come together, and let’s run stronger and more united than ever.
And seriously… wait until you see this medal!


Each runner will receive:
Snacks and refreshments
A stylish t-shirt
Recognizing Top Performers:
We will honor the top three male and female finishers in each age group, so lace up those shoes and give it your best!

FREE BREAKFEST

Categories:
Age Group Awards (10-year)
<12, 13-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70+
Enjoy the Atmosphere:
Important Pre-Race Details:
Stretch Session:
Join us 30 minutes before the race for a guided stretch session. 

Meet the Race Director:
Take the opportunity to meet your new race director, who is excited to welcome you and support you throughout the event

Let’s Make It Fun!
We can’t wait to see you for a day filled with excitement, community spirit, and great memories. 
Thank you for being part of the Independence 5K!

Happy Racing! 🏅🎉

Races Offered

1 mile

Jul 05, 2026

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Distance — 1 Miles

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Type — Running

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07:00

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$32.00

5k

Jul 05, 2026

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Distance — 3.1 Miles

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Type — Running

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07:00

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$40.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Sarasota.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat 26.1° / 30.4°
wb_sunny 29.7° / 34.4°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 10.4 /
water_drop 79.7%

About Sarasota

Learn more about the host city, Sarasota.

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Sarasota is a popular city on the Gulf Coast of Southwest Florida. It is known for its vibrant arts community, excellent restaurants, unique shopping, and beautiful beaches. Sarasota, although a mid-sized city, is considered to be the cultural center of West Central Florida. The city has a metropolitan flavor unique to cities of its size and to cities in Florida.

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