Independence Day 5k and 1K

Sat, Jun 27, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Location: Cumming, GA; Downtown Cumming, 136 Almon C. Hill Dr, 30040
Type: VIRTUAL

At a glance

Run a festive Independence Day 5K or 1K in Cumming, GA, celebrating America's 250th birthday and supporting youth track programs.

Fun
Competitive
Festive
For a Cause

Great for

Kids & Youth

Celebrate America's 250th birthday with the 11th annual Independence Day 5K and 1K in downtown Cumming, GA. This event offers a festive atmosphere for runners of all ages, including a 1K Fun Run and a free Tot-Trot. Beyond the celebration, your participation helps support local disadvantaged adolescents by providing opportunities to join track and cross country programs. Enjoy a rolling course through city streets and earn a special die-cast finishing medal.

What to expect

Run a 5K through the streets of downtown Cumming, or enjoy a 1K Fun Run or free Tot-Trot.
All participants receive a special die-cast finishing medal.
Choose between a women's racerback tank or a unisex t-shirt.
Awards are presented for overall, masters, and age group finishers.

Standout details

Celebrate America's 250th Birthday
Die-cast finishing medals for all
Choice of racerback tank or unisex tee
Supports disadvantaged youth programs

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Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1K
Sat, Jun 27, 9:00 AM EDT · From $16.90
Opens Mar 14, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT · Closes Jun 20, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
3.11 Miles
Sat, Jun 27, 8:00 AM EDT · From $27.50
Opens Mar 14, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT · Closes Jun 9, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
3.11 Miles
Sat, Jun 27, 9:00 AM EDT · From $32.80
Opens Mar 14, 2026, 10:12 AM EDT · Closes Jun 16, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

From the organizer

JOIN US Saturday, June 27th for the 11th annual Independence Day 5k/1K! You will have the awesome experience of running to celebrate on America's 250th birthday! The 5K will take you through the streets of downtown Cumming. The start/finish line are at the same location.

RACE DAY REGISTRATION:

Race day registration opens at 6:30am in front of the Hill Center (start line)

RACE START TIME:

8:00am 5K

COST:

$25.00 until June 9th at 11:59pm

$27.00 until June 20th at 11:59pm

$30.00 from June 21st to race day

1K:

$15.00 till June 20th @ 11:59pm, then $20.00 till race day.

Tot-Trot Free

COURSE:

5K - The 5K will take you through the streets of downtown Cumming. Start/finish are at the same location.

1K Fun Run and Tot Trot at the start/finish line .

PACKET PICK-UP:

RACE DAY Packet Pickup/Registration will begin at 6:30 am at start/finish line.

T-SHIRTS:

All participants registered by June 17th will be guaranteed a T-Shirt, if you register June 18th and after you will not be guaranteed a Tshirt. YOU NOW HAVE A CHOICE between Women's Racerback Tank or Unisex Tshirt.

FREE PARKING: Ample parking off of Tribble Gap Road. Some Parking is also available in front of both schools.

RACE PURPOSE (OUR CAUSE):

Our fundraising goals for 2026 are to help local disadvantaged adolescents by giving them the opportunity to join local or school track and XC programs that their parents or guardians otherwise would not be able to afford.

Post Race:

Awards for Overalls, Masters and age group medals 1st, 2nd and 3rd starting at age 10 and under to 75+ in 5 year increments.

America's 250th Birthday DIE CAST FINISHING MEDALS FOR ALL RACE PARTICIPANTS!

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