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Run for Your Life 5K – A Patriotic Start to Your 4th of July!

  • Writer: ERBM Admin
    ERBM Admin
  • Jun 17, 2025
  • 1 min read

Updated: Jul 7, 2025

Two runners in patriotic outfits hold hands, smiling mid-race, with a leashed dog. Street lined with trees and flags; cheerful atmosphere.
Bring your family, friends, and pets along to kick off Independence Day at ERBM's annual Fourth of July 5K!

Celebrate Independence Day with movement, community, and fun at the annual Run for Your Life 5K, hosted by ERBM Recreation & Park District! Whether you’re an elite runner, casual walker, or pushing a stroller with your pup trotting beside you on a leash, everyone is welcome!

📅 Friday, July 4, 2025

Race Time: 7:45 AM sharp

📍 Start/Finish: Downtown Plaza, Meeker, CO

💲 $20/person pre-registration | $30/person day-of registration


Runners in maroon "5K" shirts and cyclists start a race under a red ERBM arch. The scene is outdoors with trees and hills in the background.
Walk or run a beautiful 5K course that winds through through Meeker, Colorado.

🏃‍♂️ What’s Included:

  • Commemorative T-shirt (shirt sizes are not guaranteed)

  • American Flag to carry across the finish line

  • Race bib with chip timing

  • Medals for top 3 male and female finishers

  • A scenic, family-friendly course through Meeker

From first-timers to seasoned racers, this is a festive way to kick off your holiday morning with purpose and pride.



🎽 Race Packet Pick-Up

  • July 1–2: 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

  • July 3: 8:00 AM–11:30 AM

  • July 4 (Downtown Plaza): 6:30 AM–7:45 AM


🕗 Note: The race starts at 7:45 AM sharp. Only those who start on time will receive official results. There is a 1.5-hour course limit.


Women in athletic wear wave while participating in a 5K race. Bright, sunny street, with others in the background. Red arch and '5K' shirts.
See you there!

Secure your spot before prices go up on race day!

See you at the starting line!



 
 

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Meeker Recreation Center

101 Ute Road

Meeker, CO 81641 (view the map)

970-878-3403

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