The Great American 5k
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Event
The Great American 5k is an inaugural road race held on July 4, 2026 in Linn Creek, Missouri. The event features a 5k course and is scheduled to coincide with the United States semiquincentennial (America’s 250th birthday). Proceeds from the race benefit Folds of Honor, a charity that supports scholarships for families of fallen and disabled service members.
Details
The venue is listed as the Linn Creek Industrial Park at 828 Business Park Road, Linn Creek, MO 65052. The organizer describes the course as a crisp, fast route and notes on-site race-day organization, commemorative shirts, finisher awards, and a post-race atmosphere. Entry for the 5k is set at $35; the price increases after May 25, 2026. A FundRuns multi-race bundle is available that offers a 25% discount per event when entering multiple qualifying races. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.