🎆 1st Annual Independence Fun Run 🇺🇸
Hosted by: Moreno Valley Road Runners Club (MVRRC)

📍 Location: Lake Perris State Recreation Area – Dam
17801 Lake Perris Drive, Perris, CA 92571

📅 Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026

🏃‍♂️ What
Celebrate Independence Day with one of Southern California’s most patriotic runs! 🇺🇸
Join us for a festive morning of running, community, and fun for all ages.

🎉 Events Include:
• 🧒 Toddler Dash – 200M (Ages 5 & Under) → FREE! (8:00 AM)
• 🏃‍♂️ Kids’ 1-Mile → 8:15 AM
• 🏃‍♂️ 5K Run/Walk → 8:30 AM

👉 Wear your red, white, and blue! Everyone is welcome.

🕒 Schedule
• Packet Pick-Up: Race Day Only – Starts at 7:00 AM
• Toddler Dash (FREE): 8:00 AM
• Kids’ 1-Mile: 8:15 AM
• 5K Start: 8:30 AM

🏅 Awards & Prizes
Kids’ 1-Mile:
• Top 3 Boys & Girls

5K Run/Walk:
• Top 3 Male & Female
💵 $150 • $75 • $50

✅ USATF Certified Course
✅ Live Professional Chip Timing
✅ FREE Shirts for the First 100 Registered Runners
✅ Finisher Medals for All Participants

💲 Fees
• Toddler Dash (200M): FREE
• Kids’ 1-Mile: $5
• 5K Run/Walk: $20
(Same pricing on race day)

💳 Accepted Payments: Cash, Venmo, Cash App, Zelle
🚗 Park Entrance Fee: $20 per vehicle

🚗 Parking Information (IMPORTANT)
⚠️ Fisherman’s Lot is LIMITED to 49 vehicles + 3 handicap spots ONLY

Once full, please proceed to:
➡️ Lot 1 (Overflow Parking)
🚶 Approximately 1/2 mile walk to start/check-in

⏰ Park opens at 6:00 AM
👉 Arrive early — park may close due to holiday crowds
🚗 Carpool is highly encouraged

❤️ Community Spirit
Bring your American flags 🇺🇸 and celebrate together!
MVRRC proudly supports local veterans and families.

📞 Contact
Henry – Race Director
📧 mvrrc@hotmail.com