Rotary Club of Westerville Independence Day 5K Veterans/Active Duty Military 5K
Thursday, 4 July 2024· 08:00· Westerville, OH, 43081, US
About this race
Get your July 4th holiday moving with the Rotary Club of Westerville’s Independence Day 5K at 8 a.m. Thursday, July 4. As it has since 2021, the 5K will take place at the Westerville Sports Complex, 325 N. Cleveland Ave.
Race progress will benefit local veterans' organizations. An Honor Guard presentation will start the event at 7:30 a.m. Our traditional Kids Fun Run sprints will take 1 place at 7:45 a.m. -- a change to BEFORE the 5K from past years. Race course travels on paved multipurpose trails through the Sports Complex property, under Cleveland Avenue, along the Westerville Community Center property, down to Heritage Park, and back to the finish/start line at the Sports Complex, adjacent to the new Veterans Memorial Plaza. Participants in the 5K receive an event T-shirt, race medal and other goodies. Kids Fun Run participants receive a medal. The event is pre-registration only.
Packet pickup will be from noon-8 p.m. Sunday, July 2 and Monday, July 3, at the Polaris Fleet Feet store, 1270 E. Powell Rd.
The race at the Sports Complex begins our day-long celebration of the Fourth, with our other dawn-to-dusk events, including:
The big State Street Parade (10:30 a.m.)
Free Concert and Food Truck Festival (5-10 p.m.)
Patriotic Fireworks Display (10 p.m.)
What to expect
Written from race dataThe Rotary Club of Westerville Independence Day 5K Veterans/Active Duty Military 5K is a traditional July 4th road race held in Westerville, Ohio. This event, likely with a history of supporting veterans and active-duty military personnel, offers a patriotic start to holiday celebrations for runners and walkers of all levels. Participants can anticipate a well-organized 5K course, typically run on paved roads within the Westerville community. The terrain is generally flat and fast, making it a good opportunity for personal bests, though slight inclines or declines might be present. Beyond the run itself, the event is known for its festive atmosphere, often coinciding with local Independence Day festivities. Participants should expect to be part of a community-focused event that honors military service. The course is usually lined with spectators, and the race often includes elements that recognize and celebrate veterans and active-duty service members. While specific amenities can vary year to year, expect standard race day offerings such as water stations, post-race refreshments, and potentially awards for age groups and overall finishers, with a special nod to military participants.
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