July 4 5K Near Pasadena: Run the JP Blecksmith Memorial 5K in San Marino

Looking for a July 4 5K near Pasadena? Start your Independence Day at the JP Blecksmith Memorial 5K in San Marino — a Fourth of July tradition that draws hundreds of runners from across the San Gabriel Valley.

Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026

‍Start: 8:00 a.m. — NW corner of Huntington Drive & San Marino Avenue (1441 San Marino Ave, San Marino, CA 91108)

‍Distance: 5K run/walk · in-person or virtual

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A 4th of July run with real meaning

Now in its 22nd year, the race honors Marine 2nd Lt. J.P. Blecksmith, a San Marino native killed in Fallujah, Iraq in 2004. Proceeds fund memorial scholarships and veterans' memorials across the San Gabriel Valley, so every entry supports a cause. It's part patriotic celebration, part hometown tribute — and a perfect way to kick off the holiday before the evening fireworks.

The closest Independence Day 5K for these neighborhoods

If you're searching for a 4th of July race near you, this is the local pick for runners in San Marino, Pasadena, South Pasadena, San Gabriel, Alhambra, Arcadia, Temple City, Sierra Madre, Altadena, and La Cañada Flintridge. Flat, fast, family-friendly course through the tree-lined streets of San Marino — strollers, walkers, and first-timers welcome.

Why runners pick this Fourth of July 5K

• Centrally located in the San Gabriel Valley, minutes from Pasadena
• Timed 5K plus a virtual option you can run anywhere
• Commemorative shirt and finisher medal (while supplies last)
• Supports veteran scholarships and memorials
• Home in plenty of time for the parade and fireworks

Secure your spot for the July 4 5K near Pasadena — register here »