The Moreno Valley Road Runners Club presents one of Southern California’s fastest-growing and most exciting 5K races.

Proceeds from this event directly support our club, youth training programs, and future race experiences for runners of all levels.

Come run Moreno Valley. Come run MVRRC.

Event details and schedule

🎆 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 & Time: Saturday, July 4, 2026 – 7:00 AM Start

🏃‍♂️ What

Celebrate Independence Day with Southern California’s most patriotic 5K tradition!
Join us for a festive 5K Run/Walk and a 1-Mile Kids’ Race (ages 12 & under).
Everyone is welcome — wear your red, white, and blue!

🕒 When

• Packet Pick-Up: Race day only, starting at 7:00 AM

• Kids’ 1-Mile Start: 8:15 AM

• 5K Start: 8:30 AM

🏅 Awards & Prizes

• 1-Mile Kids’ Race: Top 3 Boys & Girls

• 5K Run/Walk: Top 3 Males & Females (Cash Prizes) $150, $75 and $50

• Finisher Medals for all participants

💲 Fees

• Kids’ 1-Mile: $5.00

• 5K Run/Walk: $20.00
  (Pricing is the same on race day)
  Accepted payments: Cash, Venmo, Cash App, Zelle
  Park entrance fee: $20 per vehicle

❤️ Community Spirit

Bring small American flags or red-white-blue gear to celebrate freedom together!
MVRRC supports local veterans and families — thank you for giving back to the community.

📞 Contact

Henry – Race Director
📧 mvrrc@hotmail.com
📱 951-396-5896

Attention Runners:
Please plan to arrive early to ensure you are able to get into the park before any closures. The park opens at 6:00 AM, so we highly recommend arriving as close to opening time as possible.