Lutz Independence Day 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run
5K · Fun Run · 1 mi
Jul 4, 2026 · Lutz, Florida, US
Listed Mar 8, 2023
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The Lutz Independence Day 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run is a family event celebrating Independence Day in Lutz, FL. The race is held annually on July 4th preceding the Lutz Independence Day Parade. The 5K sells out every year, don't wait to register!
Schedule of Events:
Race Day - July 4th
- 6:30-7:00am bib pickup
- 7:30am 5K race start (chip timed)
- 8:15am 1 Mile Fun Run start
- 8:30am Begin Awards
- NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION
Packet Pickup: Friday 7/3 1-6pm
- Pickup location: Lutz Train Depot
- 101 W Lutz Lake Fern Rd
- Lutz, FL 33548
- Any packets not picked up prior to race day, will be available on race morning from 6:30-7:00am
Event Details:
- Parking: All runners should park South of Lutz Lake Fern Road or East of US 41
- This event will have online registration only. No cash or day of registration accepted.
- Awards: Medals to all finishers of either distance
- Only register for both events if you plan to complete the 5k in under 45 minutes as the 1-mile starts at 8:15am
- Trophies: 5K- First overall male/female; First masters male/female; top 3 in 5-year age groups 0-9 thru 70+
- Shirt sizes guaranteed if registered by 6/15/26. Any late registrations we will do our best to accommodate sizing.
- A portion of the proceeds will be distributed to the Lutz Community. 2025 recipients include: Lutz School House, Lutz Nature Park, Sunlake High School Cross Country, Hillsborough Harriers
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