America's 5K

JUL

4

2026

A Fourth of July running event in Anderson SC featuring a 5K run/walk and a 1 mile fun run with medals, age group awards, a costume contest with a $250 prize, and proceeds supporting Operation Active Kids.

Sat 4 Jul 2026

Anderson, South Carolina

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America's 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run

America's 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run takes place on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at the Anderson South Carolina Courthouse, 100 South Main Street, Anderson, SC 29621, USA. The event is part of Fourth of July activities and is described as taking place during America's 250th birthday weekend.

Distances offered:

5K America's 5K Run/Walk
1 Mile 1 Mile FUN Run

The event includes a finish line medal for participants and refreshments available at the finish. A souvenir race shirt is offered as a paid add on. Registration fees listed for the events are $15.00 for the 5K and $5.00 for the 1 Mile FUN Run.

Awards include certificates and prizes for the top three male and female overall winners, top three male and female masters, and top three male and female grandmasters. Age group categories span 10 and under, 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, and 80 and over. A costume contest carries a $250 cash prize and finalists are voted on by other participants.

Proceeds support the Operation Active Kids scholarship program. The 5K course is certified under the identifier SC13010DW. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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America's 5k Run/walk

1 Mile Fun Run