DENFIT 1776
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Event overview
DENFIT 1776 takes place on Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Cape Vincent, NY at Cape Vincent East End Waterfront Park. The event offers two distance options:
- 7.76 mi
- 17.76 mi (Challenge; two laps)
Every participant receives a t-shirt and a medal and light refreshments after finishing. To guarantee t-shirt sizing, registration must be completed before 06/16/2026.
Course, rules, and amenities
The course is an out-and-back route through the village of Cape Vincent and along the river to Tibbetts Point Lighthouse. The single lap is described as flat and returns to the start area; Challenge participants complete the lap twice. The event is largely self-supported with one aid station located at the lighthouse turnaround.
All runners must display an American flag while running the 7.76 mi distance. Challenge entrants must carry a 3x5 flag on a pole for the entire 17.76 mi. After the run, a Fourth of July Bike Parade will take place at Rec Park, featuring over one hundred children carrying flags. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.