Join us for the Lifescape Community Services 4th of July Classic Run/Walk in downtown Rockford! This year's Start/Finish Line is N. Madison St. @ 300 N. Madison St, in front of the Trolley Station-YAY no construction this year!
Registration ends on Thursday, July 2, 2027!
Complementary t-shirts are not guaranteed if registered after June 15, 2027!
Register by the end of April, 2027 for your early bird discount!
This race is in memory of Joe Marino and his contributions to Rockford's 4th of July celebration and to our community.
The Lifescape 4th of July Classic Run/Walk is an Independence Day tradition! This run is for everyone, whether you are an experienced runner, this is your first race, or you are just looking for a fun event to do with your family. This race is a wonderful way to celebrate our nation and support older adults and adults with disabilities in our community.
Runners have the choice of running an 8k, a 2-mile, or participating in the 1-mile Family Fun Walk. All runners will receive race swag, including finisher medals, stylish one of a kind run T-shirts, and....BREAKFAST! After the run, all participants are invited to make the short walk to the Downtown Rockford City Pavilion (Where City Market is held) for a FREE Post Run Pancake Breakfast!
Check out our 2019 promo video to get a feel for the day's events: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AScCeDzzo_I
All proceeds benefit Lifescape's programs and services for older adults and adults with disabilities, including Meals on Wheels, Adult Protective Services, the Adult Day Program, Transportation Services, Senior Choice Information & Assistance, Senior Mental Health, Health & Wellness Services, AmeriCorps Seniors Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, and Comprehensive Care Coordination.
For more information on Lifescape, please check out our website at: www.lifescapeservices.org.
Prizes will go to the overall elapsed fastest times. Cash prize will be mailed after the event. (Student athletes may NOT accept cash prizes. If they do, they lose eligibility to play.)
Overall 8k - Male
1. $100
2. $50 Fleet Feet Gift Card
3. $25 Fleet Feet Gift Card
Overall 8k - Female
1. $100
2. $50 Fleet Feet Gift Card
3. $25 Fleet Feet Gift Card
Overall - 2-Mile - Male
1. $100
2. $50 Fleet Feet Gift Card
3. $25 Fleet Feet Gift Card
Overall - 2-Mile - Female
1. $100
2. $50 Fleet Feet Gift Card
3. $25 Fleet Feet Gift Card
Masters - Male and Female
1. $25 Fleet Feet Gift Card
Jul 04, 2027
Distance — 8K
Type — Running
07:00
$30.00
Jul 04, 2027
Distance — 4.97 Miles
Type — Running
07:00
$15.00
Jul 04, 2027
Distance — 2 Miles
Type — Running
07:05
$30.00
Jul 04, 2027
Distance — 2 Miles
Type — Running
07:05
$15.00
Jul 04, 2027
Distance — 1 Miles
Type — Running
07:10
$15.00
Jul 04, 2027
Distance — 1 Miles
Type — Running
07:10
$10.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Rockford.
Learn more about the host city, Rockford.
Rockford is a city in the Rock River Valley in Northern Illinois. With a population of over 145,000 (2019), it is the third largest city in the state.
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