37th Annual Four on the Fourth

Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 9:00 AM PDT

Location: Steilacoom, WA; Steilacoom Town Hall, 1717 Lafayette ST, 98388
Type: RUN

Official registration Past results (if available)

At a glance

Celebrate the Fourth of July with a scenic waterfront run, community festivities, and support for local youth.

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The 37th Annual Four on the Fourth invites you to celebrate Independence Day with a scenic 4-mile run along the Steilacoom waterfront. This USATF-certified course offers chip timing and awards for top finishers across many age groups, alongside a special recognition for the most patriotically dressed. Beyond the race, enjoy a vibrant street fair, parade, and fireworks. Your participation also supports local youth runners with shoes, uniforms, and a college scholarship. It's a festive way to run for a cause.

What to expect

A scenic, mostly flat road course along the waterfront.
Electronic chip timing and awards for top finishers in many age groups.
Join post-race festivities including a street fair, parade, and fireworks.

Standout details

37th Annual July 4th tradition
Scenic waterfront course
Awards for most patriotic dressed
Supports local youth runners & scholarships

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Distances & registration

2 options

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

1 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 9:10 AM PDT · From $6.30
Opens Jan 4, 2026, 7:00 PM PST · Closes Jul 2, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
4 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 9:00 AM PDT · From $16.90
Opens Jan 4, 2026, 7:00 PM PST · Closes Jul 2, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

The course

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From the organizer

Course map, results, and photos can be found at https://fouronthefourth.org

Registrations are also accepted on the day of the event for an additional charge of $5

7:30 AM – Registration + Bib Pick Up Opens

8:45 AM – Registration + Bib Pick Up Closes

9:00 AM – Start of 4 Mile

9:10 AM – Start of 1 Mile Kids

Street fair, parade, and fireworks will follow

Electronic Chip Timing

USATF Certified Course and Sanctioned Event

Scenic, mostly flat, road course travels out-and-back along the waterfront

Event shirts available for purchase during online registration until June 30th at 11:59 PM

For everyone's safety, pets are not allowed on the course

Gift cards are given to the most patriotic dressed

Awards are available immediately after finishing

4 Mile Awards:

Medals are given to 1st place overall male and female

Ribbons are given to top 3 in each gender and age group

Age Groups:

0-9, 10-14, 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, 80-84, 85-89, 90-94, 95-99, 100+

1 Mile Kids Awards:

Every kid receives a finisher ribbon and a small USA flag

For More Information:

Allen Culp

253-219-5252

aculp@fpschools.org

This event provides funds to purchase shoes and uniforms for local youth runners, as well as provides a college scholarship for a graduating senior

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