43rd Annual Independence Day 5K

Event Overview

• Event: 43rd Annual Independence Day 5K
• Date: July 4, 2027
• Location: Mt. Trashmore Family YMCA, Virginia Beach, VA
• Registration Link: Click here to register

Mission

• Community Impact: At the Y, we know that real, lasting change happens when we come together to invest in our children, our health, and our communities.
• Nonprofit Support: As a leading nonprofit, we rely on the generosity of donors and events like this race to ensure that everyone—regardless of their circumstances—has access to life-changing programs and services.
• Participant Contribution: By lacing up for the Y’s Independence Day 5K, you’re doing more than running a race—you’re giving working parents access to reliable, high-quality childcare.
• Skills and Mentorship: You are equipping kids with life-saving water safety skills and providing teens with positive mentors and a safe space to grow.

Call to Action

• Make a Difference: Every step you take makes a difference.
• Join Us: Come run with us and support your community.
• Spread the Word: Share this event with friends and family.
• Get Involved: Learn more about the Y and other ways to contribute.