Race certified by Finishers: event approved by the organizer

July 4th Freedom Run-San Jose 2027

Photo credits: (c) 2018 Will Buckner. All rights reserved.

The event in a few words

In the American calendar, the 4th of July ๐Ÿ’ is an important date as it marks the commemoration of the Declaration of Independence of 1776 from Great Britain ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง. This national holiday is celebrated with fireworks ๐ŸŽ‡, patriotic songs, and barbecues ๐Ÿ—. But a holiday also means the opportunity to wear a race number! ๐ŸŽฝ Join us in San Mateo to participate in the July 4th Freedom Run ๐Ÿš, a no-pressure race that is just a pretext to get together with family or friends ๐Ÿซถ.

Beyond the finish line, the clear objective is to have a good sporting moment ๐Ÿ’ช. With the splendid San Jose Bay and its nature trails and bike paths leading to rocky beaches ๐Ÿœ๏ธ in the background. And since you might not have the same level of excitement as others, the organization has planned several formats: 5 km10 km, and a half marathon ๐ŸŒ†. Everything is set to properly celebrate this national day. If you came with your family, a 1-mile (1.61 km) course ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ is also part of the festivities. Oh yeah! If you haven't found the right fit, don't worry, the race is also available in a connected version ๐Ÿ“ฒ.

And after crossing the finish line, why not explore the wonders of the Californian region? ๐ŸŒž Less than an hour's drive away, discover the majestic beauty of the Pacific Ocean at Half Moon Bay, or walk through the redwood forests of the Big Basin Natural Park ๐ŸŒฒ. In the city, you can visit the iconic Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco or wander around San Jose to immerse yourself in the history of the Silicon Valley ๐Ÿ’ป.

With family or as a couple, this adventure is much more than just a race: it is an experience to be fully lived. Start the race, unleash your potential, and make this day an unforgettable memory! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ

4 reasons to join this race

Celebrate with sports ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ
Exercising on a public holiday means appreciating national festivities in a different way and coming together through sports. United we stand! ๐Ÿ’ช
A rather nice course ๐Ÿ˜
Treading on San Mateo is quite legendary, and many will envy you when your followers see your path on Strava! ๐Ÿ“ˆ
A great atmosphere ๐Ÿฅณ
We love the relaxed atmosphere, where everyone can express themselves athletically and where those who walk are not blamed ๐ŸŽฝ.
Races all over the country ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฒ
You can participate in the race organized in Seattle, but you can also celebrate this holiday in San Jose, San Antonio, Phoenix, Kansas City, or Houston! So, we warned you that it was not just a small event ๐Ÿ•บ.

A distance for every taste

Half Marathon

Road RunningThe most popular
  • Early July 2027
  • 1 loopx13.11โ€‰mi โ‰ˆ 21.0975โ€‰km

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Race numbers can be collected on the day of the race.

The start is organized in waves. You can send the time you wish to info@thebestraces.com

  • wave 1: 7:30 AM

  • wave 2: 8:00 AM

  • wave 3: 8:30 AM