Lifescape 4th of July Classic Run/Walk

🇺🇸 Lifescape 4th of July Classic Run/Walk

Join us for the Lifescape Community Services 4th of July Classic Run/Walk in downtown Rockford! This year's Start/Finish Line is on N. Water St. in front of the Riverview Ice House.

📝 Registration Information

• Deadline: Registration ends on Friday, July 3, 2026!
• T-shirt Sizes: T-shirt sizes are not guaranteed after June 5!
• Early Bird Discount: Register by the end of April, 2026 for your early bird discount!

🌟 Race Overview

This race is in memory of Joe Marino and his contributions to Rockford's 4th of July celebration and to our community.

• Tradition: The Lifescape 4th of July Classic Run/Walk is an Independence Day tradition!
• All Abilities: This run is for everyone, whether you are an experienced runner, this is your first race, or you are just looking for a fun event to do with your family.
• Celebrate: This race is a wonderful way to celebrate our nation and support older adults and adults with disabilities in our community.

🏃‍♂️ Race Options

• Race Choices: Runners have the choice of running an 8k, a 2-mile, or participating in the 1-mile Family Fun Walk.
• Swag & Breakfast: All runners will receive race swag, including finisher medals, stylish one of a kind run T-shirts, and BREAKFAST!
• Post Run Event: After the run, all participants are invited to make the short walk to the Downtown Rockford City Pavilion for a FREE Post Run Pancake Breakfast!
• Promo Video: Check out our 2019 promo video to get a feel for the day's events: Watch Here

💼 Proceeds and Benefits

All proceeds benefit Lifescape's programs and services for older adults and adults with disabilities, including Meals on Wheels, Adult Protective Services, the Adult Day Program, Transportation Services, Senior Choice Information & Assistance, Senior Mental Health, Health & Wellness Services, AmeriCorps Seniors Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, and Comprehensive Care Coordination.

For more information on Lifescape, please check out our website at: www.lifescapeservices.org.

🏆 Race Prizes

Prizes will go to the overall elapsed fastest times. Cash prize will be mailed after the event. (Student athletes may NOT accept cash prizes. If they do, they lose eligibility to play.)

• Overall 8k - Male: 1. $100, 2. $50 Fleet Feet Gift Card, 3. $25 Fleet Feet Gift Card
• Overall 8k - Female: 1. $100, 2. $50 Fleet Feet Gift Card, 3. $25 Fleet Feet Gift Card
• Overall - 2-Mile - Male: 1. $100, 2. $50 Fleet Feet Gift Card, 3. $25 Fleet Feet Gift Card
• Overall - 2-Mile - Female: 1. $100, 2. $50 Fleet Feet Gift Card, 3. $25 Fleet Feet Gift Card
• Masters - Male and Female: 1. $25 Fleet Feet Gift Card

Race Day Registration is NOT available!

📦 Packet Pickup

Dates will be determined in early 2026.