Event Overview

The classic 4th of July race through the streets of Pottstown is BACK for its 39th installment!

Join us in Pottstown for the most patriotic 5K of the year! Deck yourself out in RED, WHITE, and BLUE and burn off that afternoon barbeque before you eat it! Stick around afterwards to enjoy Pottstown's 4th of July Parade on the very streets you run!

Course Description & Map

You'll start at the corner of Beech and Grant Streets (high end of the Ricketts center at the basketball court), run down Keim Street to High Street, and through the streets of Pottstown back to the Ricketts Center.

Schedule

Race starts at 8:00 AM on July 4, 2025.

Registration & Pricing

Cost: $27.50 until 1/31; $30 until 4/30; $32.50 until 7/1; $35 after 7/1 and on race day!

Packet Pickup Details

Packet pickup details will be provided closer to the event date.

What to Bring

Participants are encouraged to bring their own water bottles and wear appropriate running gear.

Race Day Info

Race day is July 4, 2025. Please arrive early to ensure a smooth check-in process.

Awards & Categories

Awards for 1st Male & Female Overall; Top 2 M & F in 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-79, 80 and Over!

Parking & Transportation

Parking details will be provided closer to the event date.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director.

Cancellation Policy

Refund policy details can be found on the event website.