With Thanks to Our Sponsors
July 4, 2026
4th of July 5k
Start Independence Day with one of the South Bay’s favorite traditions - a festive morning of racing, walking, and family fun for all ages. Register online by clicking the button below, or by printing and mailing in the printable form pictured below.
Awards & Age Divisions
Awards & Age Divisions
Awards & Age Divisions
Age divisions medals will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place female and male 5k finishers in the following age divisions:
8 & Under 30-34 55-59
9-12 35-39 60-64
13-17 40-44 65-69
18-24 45-49 70-74
25-29 50-54 75-79
Age divisions medals will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place female and male 5k finishers in the following age divisions:
8 & Under 30-34 55-59
9-12 35-39 60-64
13-17 40-44 65-69
18-24 45-49 70-74
25-29 50-54 75-79
80 & Over
All registered kids participating in the kid's dash receive a race medal.
Race Course
Awards & Age Divisions
Awards & Age Divisions
The race course starts and finishes on Catalina Ave. near Palos Verdes Blvd. A water station will be located near the Elks Lodge near Catalina Ave. and Torrance Blvd. at the turnaround point.
Parking
Awards & Age Divisions
Parking
Riviera Village has ample parking in the “triangle parking lot” located between Avenida Del Norte and S. Elena Street as well as individual spots on all streets. There is also ample paid parking available at the large lot near Miramar Park located along Paseo De La Playa.
Costume Contest
Post Race After Party
Post Race After Party
Join in on Costume Contest at the stage in the Coffee Cartel parking lot from 7:15 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. Enter with your patriotic best for a chance to win the following prizes:
1st Place – $100 gift certificate to the Village Runner
2nd Place – $75 gift certificate to the Village Runner
3rd Place – $50 gift certificate to the Village Runner
Post Race After Party
Post Race After Party
Post Race After Party
Make sure to walk over to HT Grill right after the race for the awards ceremony. More details to come!
Benefits
Post Race After Party
Benefits
Celebrate and give back to our local students. The Village Runner Independence Day 5K directly benefits the Redondo Beach Educational Foundation and other local schools and running programs. A portion of YOUR registration fee from this race goes to these deserving groups each year.
2025 Virtual Goodie Bag
We’re incredibly grateful to all the local businesses and organizations that help make this event possible through their sponsorship. Please take a moment to check out our digital sponsor guide below with clickable links that make it easy to learn more about each supporter. When you’re shopping, dining, or looking for services, we hope you’ll consider supporting the businesses that support our running community! Stay tuned for this year's upcoming virtual goodie bag with information on all of our incredible sponsors!