We are also offering an embroidered white Independence Day 5K visor, available for $18 on the registration form. Pint glasses will be available as well on your registration form.
COURSE INFORMATION
Chip timed 5K race on a fast, flat and downhill course starting at N. 37th & N. Vassault Street in Tacoma and finishing at Point Ruston’s Grand Plaza.
But have no fear! While this is a speedy course for fast runners, it also is a fun course for a power walk before your Independence Day barbecue! Everybody is welcome to participate!
The 5K Run and Walk starts at 8:00 am sharp at N. 37th & Vassault Street. This is located very close to Vassault Park.
The finish of the 5K is at the Grand Plaza at Point Ruston.
The Grand Plaza is also where the Kids 1K will start at 9:00 am. The kid’s run is an out-and-back, so the runners can cross the official finish line as well.
Map My Run Course Map HERE <
SHUTTLE TO/FROM FINISH LINE AREA
This is a point-to-point race course so the start line is at a different location than the finish line. We will have a free shuttle service to take participants from the finish line area to the starting line area before the race and the shuttle will also run after the race to take finishers back to the start area. The shuttle will board near the Century movie theatres in the Point Ruston shopping area.
If you’d prefer not to take the shuttle, you can also use this map to see the quickest way (on foot) from the finish line area back to the starting line area. It’s a great warm-up or cool-down for the race!
PHOTOS 
Photos will be provided by CJ Photography for FREE!
2021 Photos
2019 Photos
2018 Photos
2021 5K PRICE & INCREASE CALENDAR
- April 22 – April 23: $35 OPENING DAY! 10:00 AM
- April 24 – April 30: $40
- May 1 – May 15: $45
- May 16 – May 31: $50
- June 1 – June 30: $55
- Packet Pickup/Day-of-Race: $60
CONFIRM REGISTRATION HERE <<
PACKET PICKUP
Fleet Feet Sports
3812 N. 26th St.
Tacoma, WA. 98407
Packet Pickup Date & Time:
Saturday, July 3rd
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Your race packet includes:
Bib number with timing chip, shirt.
Packet pick up on the July 3rd is strongly recommended.
You may pick up someone’s race pack as long as you have permission from them to do so. Written permission is not required.
‘Last Gasp’ registration will be available at the registration table
Registration will be available at packet pick up
We accept cash, check, credit card (Visa or Master card). Receipt available upon request.
FACE MASK/COVERING POLICY
In accordance with Washington state guidelines and recommendations, face masks or face coverings are not needed for fully vaccinated participants. We still strongly recommend unvaccinated participants and those most vulnerable to continue to wear a face mask or covering. We also appreciate your cooperation to continue practicing social distancing whenever possible.
RACE POLICIES
(Please read) TCMA Policies: All entry fees are NON-REFUNDABLE. Sorry, no transfers to another individual, and no roll-overs to the following year. All participants under the age of 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian in order to participate. Sorry, no exceptions.
RESULTS & AGE DIVISION AWARDS
Official race results will be available on our website following the race.
2021 Race Resutls HERE
2019 Race Results HERE
2018 Race Results HERE
2017 Race Results HERE
2016 Race Results HERE
2015 Race Results HERE
2014 Race Results HERE
Age group awards: (1st place through 5th place). Age divisions are as follows for both male and female runners: 14 and under; 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-70, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90+.
GEAR CHECK
Gear check is provided for your personal items at the start line and brought to finish. Please tear your gear check tab off of your bib, fill out and attach to your gear check bag. Your gear check bag was given to you at packet pick up. Please do not put valuables in your bag. We are not responsible for lost or stolen items. You may claim your bag after you finish by providing your bib number.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- When does Registration open for the 2021 race? April 22, 2021. 10:00 AM
- When does Registration close? Online registration closes at 11:59 on 7/1/2021.
- Shuttle bus information: The shuttle bus will begin taking racers from the finish (at the Grand Plaza, right in front of the movie theater) to the start (Vassault Park) at 6:15 am and continue until all runners are shuttled back to the start.
- What if I sustain an injury or can’t make it to the event, what are my options? Sorry, there are no refunds or rollovers for medical reasons.
- Can an entry be transferred to someone else? No.
- Can I pick up someone else’s race packet? Yes, as long as you have permission from them to do so. Written permission is not required.
- Can I pick up my race packet on race day? Yes, but is it strongly encouraged that runners pick the packets up on July 3rd.
- What time does the race start? The 5k starts at 8:00 AM. The kids 1K run starts at 9:00 AM.
- Will there be professional photographers on the course? Yes. Race photography will be provided by CJ Photography
- Is the race Chip Timed? Yes, Chip Start and Chip Finish. The chips are on the bib, so there is no need to return anything at the finish. Bibs must be worn on the front of the shirt. Do not fold or cover up the bib.
- Do you get a commemorative shirt when you sign up? Yes
- Do you get a medal for the 2020 event? Yes
- Is the course USATF Certifed? YES Certification number is WA18016RMB
- Is the course fast? Yes, it is a net downhill course!
- Can you walk the 5k? Yes
- Are dogs allowed? Sorry, due to liability and insurnace reasons, dogs are not allowed to run at this event.
- Where can I park? Please see parking information
- What is the average temperature for July in Tacoma? 53′ for the low, 75′ for the high. Average race start temperature is 60′
- How far is the Start from the Finish line? 1.8 miles for the most direct route.
- Is there a gear check at the start? Yes
- Are there porta-potties at the start? Yes
- Are we missing something? Please let us know and we will gladly make the addition. Contact Us