City of McAllen Independence Day 4K
About this race
This exciting 4K kicks off the full-day Independence Day Celebration in style! Runners are encouraged to show their patriotic spirit by dressing in red, white, and blue. Make it more than just a morning run—celebrate with us all day long! The race starts and finishes at Archer Park, offering the perfect spot to enjoy the Independence Day Parade right after crossing the finish line. After the parade, the fun continues at the Freedom Festival, featuring a variety of food trucks, inflatable games, a petting zoo, and plenty of family-friendly activities.
Event Location: Archer Park 101 N. St. McAllen Tx 78501
Event Date: 4k - Saturday, July 4th 2026 @ 7:00 a.m.
Packet Pick Up:
Date & Time: Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | 3:00pm-7:30pm
Location: Town Lake at Firemen’s Park – Pumphouse 201 N. 1st Street
ⓘ Packet pickup will not be available on race day. If you are unable to attend the Packet Pick-Up event, you may send a representative on your behalf. The representative must have a copy of your valid driver’s license or photo ID that indicates your date of birth.
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