Independence Day 5K - Virginia Beach
About this race
At the Y, we know that real, lasting change happens when we come together to invest in our children, our health, and our communities. As a leading nonprofit, we rely on the generosity of donors and events like this race to ensure that everyone—regardless of their circumstances—has access to life-changing programs and services. By lacing up for the Y’s Independence Day 5K, you’re doing more than running a race—you’re giving working parents access to reliable, high-quality childcare, equipping kids with life-saving water safety skills, and providing teens with positive mentors and a safe space to grow. Every step you take makes a difference.
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Running
43rd Annual Independence Day 5K Runner/Walker
Lace up for the Y’s Independence Day 5K and make an impact beyond the finish line. Your participation helps working parents access reliable, high-quality childcare, equips kids with life-saving water safety skills, and connects teens with positive mentors and a safe space to grow. Every step you take makes a difference.
43rd Annual Independence Day Tot Trot
Little ones can join the fun! This short race gives our youngest runners a chance to cross the finish line and celebrate their big accomplishment.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 9 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Virginia Beach, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 5:49 AM and sets at 8:26 PM local time (EDT) in Virginia Beach on July 4, 2027 — 14h 36m of daylight.
Course
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Results — Independence Day 5K - Virginia Beach
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 72 Virginia Beach events
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