48th Annual Springfield's Big Fourth 5K!
Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Springfield, MA
- Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, 1000 W Columbus Ave, 01105
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Double-check key detailsCelebrate the Fourth of July with Springfield's 48th annual 5K, featuring a flat course and a start/finish at the Basketball Hall of Fame.
- Competitive
- Festive
Competitive
FestiveJoin the Greater Springfield Harriers for the 48th Annual Big Fourth 5K in downtown Springfield, MA, on July 4, 2026. This long-standing tradition offers a flat out-and-back course, taking runners along roads and the Springfield River Walk. The race starts and finishes at the iconic Basketball Hall of Fame, making it a memorable way to celebrate the holiday.
What to expect
- Run a flat out-and-back course on roads and the Springfield River Walk.
- Start and finish your race at the Basketball Hall of Fame.
- Day-of-race bib pickup and late registration are available from 8 AM.
Standout details
- 48th Annual event
- July 4th celebration
- Starts/finishes at Basketball Hall of Fame
- Flat out & back course
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 5K
Sat, Jul 4, 9:00 AM EDT · From $27.50
Opens Jan 16, 2026, 1:00 PM EST · Closes Jul 3, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT
- 5K
Sat, Jul 4, 9:00 AM EDT · From $22.20
Opens Jan 16, 2026, 1:00 AM EST · Closes Jul 3, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
Easygoingwarm-day exposure
- Rolling area
- Warm season
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
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From the organizer
Online Registration closes Wednesday July 3rd 6pm
No early Shirt & Bib Pickup at our Fast Feet Stores this year. Day of race pickup and late registration starts 8am.
For the 48th year, the Greater Springfield Harriers will be hosting the Big Fourth 5K in downtown Springfield starting and finishing at the Basketball Hall of Fame. This is flat out & back type course on road and the Springfield River Walk.
Details can be found here Race Page
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