The Great American Race
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The Great American Race
The Great American Race is the sixth annual running event presented by California Classic Events on July 4, 2027, at Riverway Sports Park, 3611 N Dinuba Blvd, Visalia, CA 93291, US. The event marks the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Race offerings include multiple distances and a kids race:
- 10K (6.2 Miles)
- 5K (3.1 Miles)
- Kids Race (100 Yards, ages 1 to 8, not timed)
- Virtual 3.1 Miles
The event description notes an American flag-lined course, a festive race-day atmosphere, patriotic music, and a costume contest. The kids race is explicitly not timed.
Registration windows and fees listed by the organizer vary by event. For the 5K and 10K registration opens August 1, 2026 and closes May 27, 2027; the listed fee is $37.50. The kids race registration opens August 1, 2026 and closes July 5, 2027; the listed fee is $25.00. The virtual option registers from August 2, 2026 to July 5, 2027 with a listed fee of $55.00. Virtual runs are completed on the participant's own schedule and course, are not eligible for awards, and results are not official. Event shirts and finisher medals for virtual entries are mailed automatically within two weeks after the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
