With the upcoming July 4 having multiple events, there are several 5K runs in Contra Costa County for those that want to get a run in.
Here is a look the races:
Brentwood
Liberty High School Band 5k — The Liberty High School Band is excited to host this event as it will directly benefit the marching band, jazz band, concert programs, winter percussion and winter guard programs. the race will begin at Veterans Park (3841 Balfour R) and participants will run on the Marsh creek Trail through Creekside Park and beyond for an out and back. For more info, click here
Concord
Join the City of Concord as it hosts its 4th of July Celebration with a variety of events from a 5k Run & Walk, parade and festival later in the day at Mt Diablo High School which includes music and fireworks.
Events at Todos Santos Plaza
- 8:00 am : Stars & Stripes Kids Fun Run — more information & register, click here
- 8:00 am : Rotary Pancake Breakfast
- 8:15 am : Stars & Stripes 5k Run & Walk — more information & register, click here
Hercules
The Hercules Dynamite 5K Run/Walk along the San Francisco Bay Trail! The race will start July 4th at 9am with an open to run/jog/walk the newly opened Northern portion of the San Francisco Bay Trail from The Exchange to the top of the trail on Parker Ave in Rodeo and back. The event will be a chip timed 5K run/walk limited to 250 entrants. $50 adult general registration, elders & teens (11-18) are $40, and kids 10 and under are FREE! For more information, click here.
Pleasant Hill
Join Pleasant Hill for the for its Firecracker 5k in downtown Pleasant Hill. The race begins at 8:00 am and you will do 3-laps around the downtown starting at Gregory Lane and finishing on Crescent Drive. DOGS & STROLLERS ALLOWED – You may run with your dog or have a jogging stroller. To register, click here
City of San Ramon
The 2024 Run San Ramon 5k/10k presented by the City of San Ramon is celebrating its 39th year! Get a healthy start to your 4th of July with this Independence Day Classic. Enjoy the paved and looped 5K/10K course through San Ramon. The Fastest Mile is an out and back. All participants will receive a short sleeve commemorative shirt, bib, and participation medal. For more information – click here
For more Events: July 4 Events in Contra Costa County and Beyond
