Lace up your running shoes and kick off your Independence Day celebrations at the lively Kentwood 4th of July 5K, taking place on July 4, 2026, in Kentwood, MI. This popular 5K race is an integral part of the city's cherished annual Fourth of July festivities, offering a fun and engaging start to a day packed with community spirit. The course guides participants through charming local neighborhoods and along a scenic portion of the paved East West Trail, ensuring a "fun course" for all skill levels. Runners can anticipate a festive atmosphere with hundreds of enthusiastic spectators cheering them on, especially as the start and finish lines are conveniently located near Kentwood City Hall at 4900 Breton Road SE, adjacent to Fire Station #1.

Participants will appreciate the convenience of water stations available along the route to help stay hydrated under typical race day conditions, which usually see highs around 82F and lows around 60F, with only a 13% chance of precipitation. All finishers will be awarded a commemorative medal, a perfect souvenir from this memorable Independence Day run. The Kentwood 4th of July 5K is renowned for its vibrant community feel, immediately transitioning into a full day of celebration after the race, including a pancake breakfast, a spirited parade that begins right after the 5K concludes, a carnival, live music, and food trucks, all culminating in a spectacular fireworks display. This chip-timed race promises a fantastic blend of healthy competition and patriotic celebration.