Kick off your Independence Day celebration with the festive Edmonds 4th of July 5K on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in beautiful Edmonds, WA. This beloved community tradition offers a spirited 5K run, along with a 1K Family Run and the new 1K Senior Saunter, ensuring a fun and healthy start for all ages and abilities. The course is a fast and flat road race that winds through the charming, scenic streets of Edmonds and the Town of Woodway. Runners consistently enjoy the picturesque route, culminating in an exhilarating finish right on the Edmonds 4th of July parade route, where enthusiastic crowds will cheer you across the line. Typical race day conditions in early July bring pleasant highs around 71F and lows near 54F, with only a 4% chance of precipitation, creating ideal running weather.
What makes this race truly unique is its vibrant Independence Day atmosphere. Participants are encouraged to show their patriotic spirit in the pre-race costume contest, offering prizes for the most festive red, white, and blue attire. For those with a competitive edge, test your speed against "Ol' Man Brackett," a costumed runner portraying one of Edmonds' legendary founders. The first 50 runners in the 5K to beat him to the finish line earn bragging rights and a special prize. All proceeds from this event, organized by the Edmonds Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Run for Good Racing Company, directly benefit the Chamber's programming and contribute to bringing great events to the community.
The Edmonds 4th of July 5K begins at Edmonds City Park, with the finish line at 4th and Main, perfectly positioning you to continue the festivities. Stick around after your race to enjoy the iconic "An Edmonds Kind of 4th" parade and keep the celebration going with family and friends in this true small-town holiday experience.
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