The Great American Race

The Great American Race

The Great American Race is a classic event celebrating America's birthday with a 5k, 10k, and Costume Contest! The event takes place at Visalia's Riverway Sports Park and the paved trails along the St. Johns Trail. Kids 9 and under receive discounted registration fees.

Events:

• 10K Run
• 5K Run
• Kids Race (1-8) (Not Timed)
• Virtual

Packet Pickup:

• July 3, 2026: Visalia Sole 2 Soul (4241 S Mooney Blvd, Visalia, CA 93277) 3:00pm-6:00pm
  Fresno Ft Washington Fitness (9471 N Fort Washington Rd Fresno, CA) 4:00pm - 6:00pm
• July 4, 2026: Riverway Sports Park (3611 N Dinuba Blvd Visalia, CA 93291) 6:00am-7:00am

Day of Event Schedule (July 4, 2026):

• 6:00am-7:00am: Packet Pickup
• 6:45am: Spirit Award & Costume Contest
• 6:55am: National Anthem
• 7:00am: Kids Race
• 7:05am: 10k Race
• 7:05am: 5K Race
• 7:30am: Hot Dogs & Treats Opens

What's Included: American flag lined course, Finisher Medallion, Great American Tank Top or Tech Shirt Option, Costume Contest and Spirit Award, Age Group Awards & Overall Winner Awards, Hotdogs, Cold Refreshments, Chip timed 10k and 5k race, Free Downloadable Race Photos