Join Valpo Parks for the annual 4th of July Blast 5K Run/Walk through downtown Valparaiso and burn some calories before heading to your afternoon barbecue! 

4th of July Blast 5K Program Details

Overall & Age Group Awards – Top Overall Male & Top Overall Female, Top Masters Male & Top Masters Female, Top 3 Male and Female in the following age groups: 14 & under,15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and up.

• Age:  All ages welcome
• Date:  Sunday, July 4, 2021
• Time:  7:30 am - 9:00 am
• Location:  Downtown Valparaiso starting at Central Park Plaza
• Fee:  $30, race day registration $35
• Register: Online at runsignup.com or click button below to register

Lit’l Firecracker 2K Run/Walk Program Details

Perfect for families and younger participants! The FUN run/walk will start and finish at the starting line of the 5K and will begin at 9:10AM. This is and non-competitive event that will not be timed. Finisher medals will be given to all participants!

• Age:  All ages welcome
• Date:  Sunday, July 4, 2021
• Time:  9:10 am - 9:30 am (course will close at 10:00 am)
• Location:  Downtown Valparaiso starting at Central Park Plaza
• Fee:  $15, race day registration $20
• Register: Online at runsignup.com or click button below to register

For details on Packet Pick Up please visit runsignup.com/4thofjulyblast5k

Special thanks to our 2021 Special Events Sponsors: Urschel Labs, Paul Sur Buick GMC, Puntillo & Crane