4 for the 4th! 2026 — Avon, NC

Date
July 3, 2026
Location
Avon, NC
Venue
Kinnakeet Shores - 41184 Kinakeet Blvd.
Start Time
7:00 AM
Entry Fee
$15.00 – $45.00
Events
4 for the 4th!, 1776 Dash (about a third of a mile)
Includes
T-Shirt
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The 4 for the 4th starts at 7:00 AM on July 3rd in Avon, North Carolina, giving you a manageable morning window if you're traveling in for an Independence Day weekend race. This 4-mile running event takes place at Kinnakeet Shores on Kinakeet Boulevard and offers an accessible entry point at $15 to $45 depending on registration timing. The early start time means you can plan the rest of your holiday weekend after finishing. If you're based nearby or arriving the day before, consider lodging that provides easy access to the venue and allows time for a shakeout run or course preview.

From the Race Organizer
Join us for our 3rd annual 4th of July celebration with a four mile walk or run on the Friday, July 3rd -the day before Independence Day! Get the festivities started early and get some exercise while you're at it-have a blast! Kick off America's birthday with a 4 mile jaunt on Hatteras Island through beautiful Kinnakeet Shores in Avon. All registered runners receive an eco-friendly cup for use on the course, an icy cold towel at the finish, a cool finisher's medal, a performance t-shirt and a delicious breakfast/post race party! We are also offering a 1776 (foot) dash for the little ones!! But wait...it gets even better!! Part of the B.I.G. mission is to help support local non-profits. Our non-profit partners for this event are Hatteras Island Meals, Hatteras Island CERT Team and Chicamacomico Life Saving Station...so you can come and have a great time while helping your community!!! Also this year we'll be helping Mighty Milly, our local 6 year old who is battling B Cell Leukemia. She and her family are in for a long 2-3 year battle. You Can support all of these beneficiaries on the donation link. What a perfect way to kick off the holiday weekend!

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Race Travel Insurance

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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Avon, NC. 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 4 for the 4th! 2026 — Avon, NC?

4 for the 4th! 2026 — Avon, NC takes place on July 3, 2026. The race is held in Avon, North Carolina.

Where is 4 for the 4th! 2026 — Avon, NC held?

4 for the 4th! 2026 — Avon, NC is held at Kinnakeet Shores - 41184 Kinakeet Blvd. in Avon, North Carolina.

Where can I find hotels near 4 for the 4th! 2026 — Avon, NC?

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