Independence Day 5K 2026 — Sweetwater, TN

Date
July 4, 2026
Location
Sweetwater, TN
Venue
300 Main Street
Start Time
7:30 AM
Entry Fee
$15.00 – $55.00
Events
Independence Day 5K On Site Run/Walk, 1 Mile Fun Run Kids, Virtual 5K
Includes
T-Shirt | T-shirt
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Travel to Historic Sweetwater, TN for a flat and fast run down Main Street USA. We’ll start at the center of town (meet at the gazebo) and run down the valley to kick-off the Sweetwater 4th of July Celebration. Stick around for some food, games, shopping and of course fireworks as we celebrate the blessings we have as Americans! T-Shirts guaranteed for those who register by June 4th. Awards given to top runners by gender and age group categories. Kids race, the Duck Park Dash, for kids 12 and under. All proceeds benefit East Hills Young Life. Virtual Race Option: For those that cannot make it to the race on July 4th but want to participate may choose this option and do their run anytime from July 1st to July 5th and receive a t-shirt! (T-shirts only guaranteed for those who register before June 4) Notice: Registration will be open at 6 AM to 7 AM on Monday, July 4th race morning for walk-up runners. Please enter your information in one of three small notebook computers, note CASH or pa

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