The Santa Clarita Runners present

INDEPENDENCE DAY CLASSIC 5k & 10k

Including:

Kid’s K
Non-Competitive Walk (5K)
1 mi. Senior Walk

Friday, July 4th, 2025

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presented by the Santa Clarita Runners

The 41st Annual

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2024 Results / Photos

2024 Race Results – 2024 Independence Day Classic Event – 40th Anniversary Results (runsignup.com)

Race Photos – Available Here

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2023 Results / Photos

2023 Race Results – 2023 Independence Day Classic Event Results (runsignup.com)

Race Photos – Available Here

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2022 Results / Photos

5K Results – By Overall Position / By Bib #

10K Results – By Overall Position / By Bib #

15K Results – By Overall Position

Race Photos – Now Available here!

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Proceeds benefit the non-profit Santa Clarita Runners Club plus the seven Santa Clarita Valley High Schools’ Cross-Country programs.

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DATE

Friday, July 4th, 2025

TIME

10K Race starts at 7:00AM
Kids K starts at 7:45AM
Heritage Sierra 5K Race starts at 8:00AM
Heritage Sierra Senior Walk (1 mi.) begins at 8:00AM, immediately following 5K

LOCATION

Newhall Park
24923 Newhall Ave
Santa Clarita, CA 91321

COURSE

10K Course INFO

The 10K Course is a fast, flat, and paved out-and-back route that runs along the South Fork Trail.

5K Course INFO

The 5K Course is fast, flat, and paved, and travels along the City of Santa Clarita parade route, featuring one of the best cheering sections in SoCal!

Senior Walk (1 mi.) Course INFO

The flat 1 mile Heritage Sierra Senior Walk shares the beginning and end of the 5K along city streets and includes a portion of the City of Santa Clarita parade route. When you return to the finish line, you’ll receive a special finisher’s medal!

PRICING

SEE REGISTRATION PAGE FOR DISCOUNTED PRICING!

5K $55

10K $60

15K $65 (entries for both the 5K and 10K)

Kids K $15

1 mi. Senior Walk $25

PRE-RACE PACKET PICKUP

Thursday, July 3rd from 3pm-8pm at:
Boys and Girls Club of America
24909 Newhall Ave,
Newhall, CA 91321

TIMING

This is a chip-timed event.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Where should I park?
A. There are a lot of options, especially if you arrive early and are aware of street closures. Options include:

Hart High School
Newhall Park
Placerita Jr High School (until 7:00 am)
Local Street Parking

Q. Are strollers allowed on the race course?
A: Strollers are allowed for those participating in the run/walk and are required to begin at the back of the start to not impede faster runners.

Q: Can a child ride a bicycle along side or with an adult who is running in the race?
A: No, for the safety of all participants we cannot have bicycles on the course.

Q: Can I receive a refund if I register and I am not able to run in the race?
A: No, all entries are final and no refunds can be given. Entries can be downgraded (e.g. from the 10K to the 5K) or upgraded (from the 5K to the 10K) by paying the difference in entry fee.

Q. Are pets allowed on the race course?
A. Leashed pets are welcome in the park as spectators but for the safety of all are not allowed on the race courses

Q. Can I wear headphones/earbuds during the race?
A. Wearing of headphones and earbuds is discouraged on the race course for the safety of all runners and to hear instructions.

Q. When is packet pickup and on-site registration (if not sold out):

A. July 3 from 3:00pm – 8:00pm – Registration (based on availability) & packet pick-up at

Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita
24909 Newhall Avenue
Newhall, CA 91321

Look for the inflatable arch!

July 4 – Race day packet pick-up at

Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita

July 4th from 6:00am – 6:45am for the 10K
July 4th from 6:00am – 7:45am for the 5K

Please arrive early to park, pickup bib (if needed), and prepare for the race. Races will begin promptly at 7:00am (10K) and 8:00am (5K).

Q. What is the maximum age to participate in the Kids K?
A. The Kids K is recommended for ages 10 and under.