Alameda July 4th Parade R.A.C.E. starts at 8:30 AM, giving you a reasonable window to arrive and settle in on race morning. This 1-mile running event takes place on July 4th at 1420 Park Street in Alameda, California, making it an accessible option if you're timing a holiday weekend trip. Entry fees range from $30 to $55 depending on registration timing and category. The short distance and early start time work well for those looking to knock out a quick race before Fourth of July festivities get underway in the area. Book accommodation near downtown Alameda for the easiest race-day logistics.
From the Race Organizer
Registration is open for our July 4th tradition. Run this flat and fast point to point 5k thru the closed streets of Alameda. We will be starting again at 8:30am to provide ample space between our runners and the Parade that follows. We had an amazing 250th celebration and learned a lot. The SHUTTLE service was a great success and we will be adding more routes in 2027 from the race finish back to the start FREE of charge. General Overview: The 5K run (3.1 mile) and walk takes you through beautiful Alameda winding thru business and residential streets. This run benefits the Midway Shelter of Alameda and kicks off our historic Island Parade, the longest in the country! Runners start in the Park St Business District and end at the Webster Farmers Market location with completely closed roads and spectators beginning to line up for the Parade that follow at 10:00am Packet Pick-up: 7/1 thru 7/3: Laurens Closet. 1420 Park St, Alameda. Hours 10:00am - 5:00pm 7/4 Race morning registration opens at 7:30am 1440 Park St, Alameda ~ La Penca Restaurant. Corner of Santa Clara Race Day Details: Start: 1420 Park St. Alameda, ca. 94501 Packet Pick-up : 7:30am Race Start : 8:30am Finish: 1526 Webster St, Alameda, CA 94501 (Tues/Saturday Farmers Market Location) This race is BIB timed but we will have no AG awards this year. With a focus on community involvement we have great finisher shirts and customs medals as well as some "run the island" SWAG at the finish Our expo will have the best of local businesses focused on health and longevity, and of course our Beer Garden sponsored by Faction Brewery. If you are traveling via Bart or public transportation please review the schedules below to get you to the race start, and picked up from the race finish. And if you park at the start, don't forget to follow the signs to the Post run Shuttle back to the start: Shuttle will run from 9am - 1pm with priority to runners with BIBS but will be open to all of our community ! Bart Website: https://www.bart.gov/ AC Transit Site: https://www.actransit.org/
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 4.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Alameda, CA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Alameda July 4th Parade R.A.C.E. 2027 — Alameda, CA?
Alameda July 4th Parade R.A.C.E. 2027 — Alameda, CA takes place on July 4, 2027. The race is held in Alameda, California.
Where is Alameda July 4th Parade R.A.C.E. 2027 — Alameda, CA held?
Alameda July 4th Parade R.A.C.E. 2027 — Alameda, CA is held at 1420 Park St. in Alameda, California.
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