Lifescape of July Classic Run/Walk
About this race
Join us for the Lifescape Community Services 4th of July Classic Run/Walk in downtown Rockford! This year's Start/Finish Line is on N. Water St. in front of the Riverview Ice House.
Registration ends on Friday, July 3, 2026!
T-shirt sizes are not guaranteed after June 5!
Register by the end of April, 2026 for your early bird discount!
This race is in memory of Joe Marino and his contributions to Rockford's 4th of July celebration and to our community.
The Lifescape 4th of July Classic Run/Walk is an Independence Day tradition! This run is for everyone, whether you are an experienced runner, this is your first race, or you are just looking for a fun event to do with your family. This race is a wonderful way to celebrate our nation and support older adults and adults with disabilities in our community.
Runners have the choice of running an 8k, a 2-mile, or participating in the 1-mile Family Fun Walk. All runners will receive race swag, including finisher medals, stylish one of a kind run T-shirts, and....BREAKFAST! After the run, all participants are invited to make the short walk to the Downtown Rockford City Pavilion (Where City Market is held) for a FREE Post Run Pancake Breakfast!
Check out our 2019 promo video to get a feel for the day's events: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AScCeDzzo_I
All proceeds benefit Lifescape's programs and services for older adults and adults with disabilities, including Meals on Wheels, Adult Protective Services, the Adult Day Program, Transportation Services, Senior Choice Information & Assistance, Senior Mental Health, Health & Wellness Services, AmeriCorps Seniors Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, and Comprehensive Care Coordination.
For more information on Lifescape, please check out our website at: www.lifescapeservices.org.
RACE PRIZES:
Prizes will go to the overall elapsed fastest times. Cash prize will be mailed after the event. (Student athletes may NOT accept cash prizes. If they do, they lose eligibility to play.)
Overall 8k - Male
1. $100
2. $50 Fleet Feet Gift Card
3. $25 Fleet Feet Gift Card
Overall 8k - Female
1. $100
2. $50 Fleet Feet Gift Card
3. $25 Fleet Feet Gift Card
Overall - 2-Mile - Male
1. $100
2. $50 Fleet Feet Gift Card
3. $25 Fleet Feet Gift Card
Overall - 2-Mile - Female
1. $100
2. $50 Fleet Feet Gift Card
3. $25 Fleet Feet Gift Card
Masters - Male and Female
1. $25 Fleet Feet Gift Card
Race Day Registration is NOT available!
PACKET PICKUP
Dates will be determined in early 2026.
Pick your distance
Running
8k Run (4.97)
8k Run Kids 13 and Under
2 Mile Run
2 Mile Run Kids 13 and Under
1 Mile Family Fun Walk
1 Mile Family Fun Walk Kids 13 and Under
Typical race-day weather
Based on 9 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Rockford, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 5:25 AM and sets at 8:36 PM local time (CDT) in Rockford on July 4, 2027 — 15h 10m of daylight.
Course
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