4 for the 4th!
Fri, Jul 3, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT
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At a glance
Celebrate Independence Day with a scenic 4-mile run or walk on Hatteras Island, supporting local non-profits and enjoying a festive post-race party.
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- For a Cause
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For a CauseKick off your Independence Day celebration with the 4 on the 4th! This 4-mile walk or run takes you through the beautiful Kinnakeet Shores in Avon, Hatteras Island. Enjoy a festive morning with a performance t-shirt, finisher's medal, and a post-race breakfast party. Your participation also supports local non-profits like Hatteras Island Meals, Hatteras Island CERT Team, and Chicamacomico Life Saving Station, making it a wonderful way to celebrate and give back to the community.
From the organizer
Join us for our 3rd annual 4th of July celebration with a four mile walk or run on the Friday, July 3rd-the day before Independence Day! Get the festivities started early and get some exercise while you're at it-have a blast!
Kick off America's birthday with a 4 mile jaunt on Hatteras Island through beautiful Kinnakeet Shores in Avon. All registered runners receive an eco-friendly cup for use on the course, an icy cold towel at the finish, a cool finisher's medal, a performance t-shirt and a delicious breakfast/post race party! We are also offering a 1776 (foot) dash for the little ones!!
But wait...it gets even better!! Part of the B.I.G. mission is to help support local non-profits. Our non-profit partners for this event are Hatteras Island Meals, Hatteras Island CERT Team and Chicamacomico Life Saving Station...so you can come and have a great time while helping your community!!!
What a perfect way to kick off the holiday weekend!
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