When
Saturday, July 4th, 2026
Where
Lake County Fairgrounds, Crown Point IN
Distances
5K
About this race
Event Overview
- Date: July 4, 2026
- Location: Lake County Fairgrounds, Crown Point, IN
- Race URL: Fly the Flag 5K/2K
- Celebration: Start your holiday celebrating America!
Race Events
- Timed 5K: Plus a non-timed 2K walk
- Finisher Medals: For the first 500 to sign up
- Race Awards: For Top Overall & Top 3 in each Age Group
- Support: Supporting local First Responders
Course Details
- Path: Along the paths & around the lake of the Fairgrounds
Registration Costs
- 5K: $30 Adults
- Non-timed 2K & Kids: $20
- Free: Under 3
- Shirts: Extra $16 through 6/22: not included in the entry fee
Refer a Friend Program
- Get BACK $20! Share the link on your confirmation email with your friends
- Incentive: Get 5 friends to sign up & receive $20
Packet Pickup
- Time: 6:30 - 7:15 am on the day of the event
Awards
- Categories: Top Overall, Top Master (40+), Clydesdale (Men 210+ lbs), Athena (Women 170+ lbs)
- Age Divisions: 0-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
Important Notes
- No Refunds: No refunds will be given due to weather or any other reason
- Registration Transfer: Cannot be transferred after February 1st
- Shirts: Unclaimed shirts will be sold after the run if not picked up
Contact Information
- Questions? Email us at Tim@yourhometownevents.com
Course map
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