The Great American 5k
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The Great American 5k : Linn Creek, Missouri
The Great American 5k is the inaugural 5K road race held in Linn Creek, Missouri on July 4, 2026, aligned with the country’s 250th anniversary. The event takes place at the Linn Creek Industrial Park and presents a single course of 3.1 miles.
Organizers list a standard entry option and a dedicated Military and Veterans division. Standard registration fee is $35.00 and the Military and Veterans division is offered at a 20 percent reduced fee ($28.00). General registration opens 29 November 2025 and the Military and Veterans division registration opens 25 March 2026; both close 26 May 2026.
Race-day provisions noted by the organizer include commemorative shirts, finisher awards, and a post-race atmosphere intended to accompany the city’s July 4 activities. Proceeds benefit Heroes Outreach, a nonprofit that aims to prevent suicide among military veterans and first responders by addressing isolation and loss of camaraderie. The program conducts weekly informal meetups called "Gatherings" at local cafes or diners to help participants build peer support, with an expressed goal to establish a Gathering location within 20 miles of every veteran and first responder.
The event description focuses on a single 3.1-mile distance, an event division for service members and veterans, charitable proceeds, and local staging at an industrial park in Linn Creek. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
