IRVINE 4th of July-Red, White, & Blue 5k & 1 Mile

IRVINE 4th of July-Red, White, & Blue 5k & 1 Mile Race Information

<p><span style="font-size:14pt">Click here to LOOK UP your bib number that you got assigned</span></p> <p><a href="https://runsignup.com/Race/FindARunner/?raceId=60114" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-size:14pt">https://runsignup.com/Race/FindARunner/?raceId=60114</span></a></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:14pt">So Cal’s 4th of July <span style="color:#e03e2d">RED</span><b>, </b><span style="background-color:#3598db;color:#ffffff">WHITE</span>, &amp;<b> </b><span style="color:#3598db">BLUE </span>5k &amp; 1 Mile</span></p> <p>Saturday, July 4, 2026 | 8:30 AM<br />Irvine Valley College – Lot 5<br />5500 Irvine Center Dr., Irvine, CA 92618<br />(Entrance off Jeffrey. All other campus entrances will be closed.)</p> <p> <br />Flat and fast out-and-back course entirely on the Irvine Valley College campus<br />8:30 AM Mass Start, following a live National Anthem performance<br /><strong>Professional National Anthem singer</strong> will kick off the race<br /><strong>Live Fife &amp; Drum Corps</strong> will entertain before the race and be available for fun photo ops<br />(Insider tip: ask them about their running times—they&#39;re cross-country athletes under those uniforms, adding authentic talent to this historical tribute!)<br /><strong>Patriotic atmosphere </strong>with live music, great selfie moments, and a vibrant community vibe<br />Bring your best FREEDOM energy and come ready to race, run, jog, or walk this healthy, high-spirited way to start your<strong> 4th of July</strong><br />Custom shirts, huge finisher medals, chip timing, and age group awards<br /> </p> <p><strong>Bib &amp; Shirt Pickup</strong><br />Race Morning Pickup:<br />Begins at 6:30 AM in Lot 5<br />– Includes music, a selfie booth, and the awards area<br />– You may pick up for others; no ID required</p> <p>Optional Early Packet Pickup:<br />Friday, July 3 | 2:00–5:00 PM<br />Location: Manassero Farms at Irvine Valley College (enter off Jeffrey)<br />33 Irvine Valley, Irvine, CA 92618</p> <p><strong>Race Day Schedule</strong><br />6:30 AM– Race Day Registration &amp; Bib/Shirt Pickup Opens<br />7:00 AM– Live Fife &amp; Drums &#43; Heritage Song Performances<br />8:00 AM – Diaper Dash (50 yards out &amp; back)<br />8:05 AM – 1-Mile Fun Run (Can run with kids or as part of the combo option)<br />8:15 AM – Opening Ceremony &#43; “Born in the USA” Singalong &amp; Warm-Up<br />8:30 AM – 5K MASS START<br />9:15 AM – Overall Winners Announced<br />9:30 AM – Age Division Awards Begin</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>Food &amp; Refreshments</strong><br />Bring cash for fun food options at the finish line! Here&#39;s what to expect:</p> <p>Specialty coffee drinks from a local coffee vendor<br />Delicious cookies from Galletina’s<br />Fresh fruit to refresh post-race<br />Our FAMOUS Street Tacos and Tamales—a crowd favorite!<br />You can pre-purchase food vouchers as an add-on during registration.</p> <p> <br />&#x1f396; <strong>What’s Included with Registration&#x1f396;</strong><br />Custom 4th of July themed race shirt (front and back design)<br />Huge 4-inch custom-cast finisher medal<br />Chip-timed results with a custom race bib<br />Water and fruit at the finish line<br />Eligibility for age group and overall awards<br /> <br /><strong>&#x1f3c6;Awards</strong><br />Top 3 Male &amp; Female Overall<br />5K &amp; 1-Mile Age Group Awards (3 deep in 5-year increments):<br />1–10, 11–14, 15–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70–74, 75–79, 80–84, 85&#43;<br /> <br /><strong>Strollers</strong><br />Strollers are welcome! Please stay to the right and use at your own risk. Only registered participants with a bib will receive a finisher medal. Be sure your bib is worn on the front and visible to finish line staff.</p> <p><strong>Important Note for Combo Runners (5K &#43; 1-Mile)</strong><br />If you are running both the 5K and the 1-Mile:</p> <p>Use only one bib at a time<br />Stash your unused bib away from the start/finish mats<br />If doing the 1-Mile Fun Run with your kids, wear your Fun Run bib and leave your 5K bib at the first aid/water station tent near the finish line<br />Following these steps helps avoid timing issues and ensures your results are accurate. Thank you!</p> <p><br /><strong>Weather</strong><br />Rain or shine—the event will go on! Celebrate your freedom and fitness this 4th of July.</p> <p> <br /><strong>&#x1f697; Parking</strong><br />Irvine Valley College requires a $5 parking fee per vehicle<br />You can purchase online during registration or pay on race day<br />Display your parking pass on the driver&#39;s side dashboard<br />Entrance allowed only from Jeffrey Road (Irvine Center Dr. entrance will be closed for the course)<br />Race staging takes place in the southeast corner of Lot 5, between the Manassero Farm Stand and the two-story Performing Arts building. We are the only event on campus that day.</p> <p> <br /><span style="font-size:14pt"><strong>Hosted by Caren Ware Events</strong></span><br /><span style="font-size:14pt">Professionally chip-timed by Itz About Time</span><br /><span style="font-size:14pt">Offering fun, fitness, and community for everybody—and every BODY!</span></p>