• Myrtle Beach, SC

17th Annual Independence Day 5K Run/Walk

  • Distance(s): 1 Mile, 5K
    • Race Overview: A race coming up on 2026-07-04 in Myrtle Beach, SC. Get all the nerdy details below or follow the sign up links to secure your spot today!
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    Race data last checked: 2025-12-20

    Race Overview:

    17th Annual Independence Day 5K
    Uncle Sam's 1 Mile Fun Run
    Stars and Stripes Kids' Dash
    Friday, July 4, 2026
    7:00am

    Join us to celebrate America! Runners and Walkers are all welcome!! Participants are encouraged to dress in red, white, and blue! Get the entire family involved and register for the 5K, 1 Mile, or our free Stars and Stripes Kids' Dash (50 yards)! Participants are encouraged to dress in costume and celebrate our Independence!

    Race Info:

    • 5K race begins at 7:00am
    • 1 Mile Fun Run begins at 7:30am
    • Stars and Stripes Kids' (50 yards) Dash begins at 8:00am
    • USATF Certified Course #SC21001BW
    • Runners and walkers are all WELCOME!
    • No water stop on course!
    • Animals are not permitted on the race course and will result in disqualification
    • Baby joggers, baby strollers, skate boards, roller blades, unauthorized bicycles or any other wheeled device are not permitted on the race course and will result in disqualification

    Race Swag:

    • 5K and 1 Mile-Participant Shirt (while supplies last)
    • 5K, 1 Mile-Participant Medal
    • 5K, 1 Mile Fun Run, and Kids' Dash-Race Bib
    • Kids' Dash-option to purchase participant shirt
    • Kids' Dash-Finisher gift

    Registration:

    • Registration is only available online
    • Registration closes Saturday, July 4 at 5:00am
    • Stars and Stripes Kids' Dash is free but participants must register online

    Packet Pickup Information:

    • Thursday, July 2 from 4:00-6:00pm at Native Sons (1519 Executive Ave., MB)
    • Friday, July 3 from TBD
    • Saturday, July 4 from 6:15-6:45am at Grand Park Lake courtyard on Farrow Parkway

    Parking:

    • Free parking in Farrow Parking Garage next to Nacho Hippo
    • Free parking along side streets in Market Common

    Restrooms:

    • Portos in the courtyard at Grand Park Lake

    Awards:

    • Overall Male and Female 1,2,3 place
    • Overall Male and Female receive a pair of shoes compliments of Shoe Center NMB
    • Overall Masters Male and Female 1 place
    • Age Groups Male and Female 1,2,3 place 0-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80
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    • No awards for 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
    • No awards for Stars and Stripes Dash

    Social Media/Contact:
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nspromos
    IG: @ns_promos
    Strava: https://www.strava.com/clubs/nspromos
    Website: www.nspromos.com
    MB Mini Marathon www.runmyrtlebeach.com

     

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