Lutz Independence Day 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run

🎆 Lutz Independence Day 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run

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.

🗓️ Schedule of Events

Race Day - July 4th

• 6:30-7:15am: Bib pickup
• 7:30am: 5K race start (chip timed)
• 8:15am: 1 Mile Fun Run start
• 8:30am: Begin Awards
• Important: NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION
• Capacity: Race will cap at 600 participants.

📦 Packet Pickup

Thursday 7/3 from 10am-6pm

• Location: runFIT
• Address: 18841 State Road 54, Lutz, FL 33558
• Special Offer: 10% shopping discount during packet pickup
• Note: Any packets not picked up prior to race day will be available on race morning from 6:30-7:15am

📋 Event Details

• Parking: All runners should park South of Lutz Lake Fern Road or East of US 41
• Registration: This event will have online registration only. No cash or day of registration accepted.
• Awards: 5k Medals to all finishers. 1-mile medals to all 1-mile finishers.
• Caution: 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 6/15/25: late registrations may have limited sizing options.
• Community Support: A portion of the proceeds will be distributed to the Lutz Community. 2024 recipients include: Lutz School House, Lutz Nature Park, Sunlake High School Cross Country, Mitchell High School Cross Country.

For more information, visit the race page: Lutz Independence Day 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run.