From Autonation Toyota Irvine:

Saturday, July 4, 2026 | 8:30 AM
Irvine Valley College – Lot 5
5500 Irvine Center Dr., Irvine, CA 92618
(Entrance off Jeffrey. All other campus entrances will be closed.)

Flat and fast out-and-back course entirely on the Irvine Valley College campus
8:30 AM Mass Start, following a live National Anthem performance
Professional National Anthem singer will kick off the race
Live Fife & Drum Corps will entertain before the race and be available for fun photo ops
(Insider tip: ask them about their running times—they're cross-country athletes under those uniforms, adding authentic talent to this historical tribute!)
Patriotic atmosphere with live music, great selfie moments, and a vibrant community vibe
Bring your best FREEDOM energy and come ready to race, run, jog, or walk this healthy, high-spirited way to start your 4th of July
Custom shirts, huge finisher medals, chip timing, and age group awards

Optional Early Packet Pickup:
Friday, July 3 | 2:00–5:00 PM
Location: Manassero Farms at Irvine Valley College (enter off Jeffrey)
33 Irvine Valley, Irvine, CA 92618

Race Day Schedule
6:30 AM– Race Day Registration & Bib/Shirt Pickup Opens
7:00 AM– Live Fife & Drums + Heritage Song Performances
8:00 AM – Diaper Dash (50 yards out & back)
8:05 AM – 1-Mile Fun Run (Can run with kids or as part of the combo option)
8:15 AM – Opening Ceremony + “Born in the USA” Singalong & Warm-Up
8:30 AM – 5K MASS START
9:15 AM – Overall Winners Announced
9:30 AM – Age Division Awards Begin

Food & Refreshments
Bring cash for fun food options at the finish line! Here's what to expect:

Specialty coffee drinks from a local coffee vendor
Delicious cookies from Galletina’s
Fresh fruit to refresh post-race
Our FAMOUS Street Tacos and Tamales—a crowd favorite!
You can pre-purchase food vouchers as an add-on during registration

🎖 What’s Included with Registration🎖
Custom 4th of July themed race shirt (front and back design)
Huge 4-inch custom-cast finisher medal
Chip-timed results with a custom race bib
Water and fruit at the finish line
Eligibility for age group and overall awards

🏆Awards
Top 3 Male & Female Overall
5K & 1-Mile Age Group Awards (3 deep in 5-year increments):
1–10, 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, 80–84, 85+

Strollers
Strollers are welcome! Please stay to the right and use at your own risk. Only registered participants with a bib will receive a finisher medal. Be sure your bib is worn on the front and visible to finish line staff.

🚗 Parking
Irvine Valley College requires a $5 parking fee per vehicle
You can purchase online during registration or pay on race day
Display your parking pass on the driver's side dashboard
Entrance allowed only from Jeffrey Road (Irvine Center Dr. entrance will be closed for the course)
Race staging takes place in the southeast corner of Lot 5, between the Manassero Farm Stand and the two-story Performing Arts building. We are the only event on campus that day.

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