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Independence Day 8K
- Date
- Saturday, June 26, 2027
- Location
- 8650 Endicott Ln, Houston, TX, 77096
Jun 26 Saturday, 2027
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When and where is Independence Day 8K?
Independence Day 8K is on Saturday, June 26, 2027 in Houston, Texas. The first event starts at 7:00 AM local time. Distances: kids run, 5K and 8K. Current entry fees run $20 to $55 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Jun 26, 2027.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GUIDE - 8K | 8K | Jun 26, 2027, 7:00 AM | $0.00 until Jun 26, 2027 | Opens Jun 25, 2026 · Closes Jun 26, 2027 |
| GUIDE - 5K | 8K | Jun 26, 2027, 7:00 AM | $0.00 until Jun 26, 2027 | Opens Jun 25, 2026 · Closes Jun 26, 2027 |
| 8K Run | 8K | Jun 26, 2027, 7:00 AM | $55.00 until Mar 31, 2027 | Opens Aug 18, 2026 · Closes Jun 26, 2027 |
| 5K Run | 5K | Jun 26, 2027, 7:00 AM | $45.00 until Mar 31, 2027 | Opens Aug 18, 2026 · Closes Jun 26, 2027 |
| Virtual 8K | 8K | Jun 26, 2027, 7:00 AM | $55.00 until Mar 31, 2027 | Opens Aug 18, 2026 · Closes Jun 26, 2027 |
| Virtual 5K | 5K | Jun 26, 2027, 7:00 AM | $45.00 until Mar 31, 2027 | Opens Aug 18, 2026 · Closes Jun 26, 2027 |
| Kids & Family 1K | 1K | Jun 26, 2027, 8:45 AM | $20.00 until Mar 31, 2027 | Opens Aug 18, 2026 · Closes Jun 26, 2027 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About Independence Day 8K
We love the 4th of July so much that we celebrate Independence Day the week before. Join us on Saturday, June 27th, 2026, for the 10th annual Independence Day 8K!
We run for freedom, and we run for fun!
The Independence Day 8K is the 6th race in the Houston Holiday Series!
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