The Struthers School Foundation 4th of July Parade 5K and Kids Fun Run

🎆 The Struthers School Foundation 4th of July Parade 5K

Race starts at 11:00am. Come and participate in the 9th year for this 4th of July event. Run or walk 3.1 miles, which mostly takes place on the Struthers 4th of July Parade route, as people cheer for you along the way. The run kicks off 60 minutes before the start of the 47th Struthers 4th of July Parade. If you would like, stay after the race and enjoy the parade.

📍 Race Details

• Starting Location: Race starts at the corner of 5th St and Rita Dr.
• Timing: The 5K race will be chip-timed by GCXC Racing - Youngstown.
• Registration: Race day registration and packet pickup will start at 9am.
• Cost: The 5K race is $25.00 with a small processing fee. Race day registration cost is $25.00. Must sign up before July 1st to guarantee a shirt.

👧 Kids Fun Run

The Kristy Taaffe Kids Fun Run is for children ages 4 and above who can participate in a 1/2 mile fun run which will start at 11:45pm, after the start of the 5K and before the parade. All participating kids are invited to dress up in red, white, and blue, or whatever they choose, to have fun while they learn how running can help them be healthy and happy. This race will start at the corner of 5th St and Rita Dr, head north to the Struthers Middle School where the kids will turn around and head back to the starting line.

🕊️ About Kristy Taaffe

Kristy Taaffe was a lifelong resident of Struthers and a Struthers High School graduate. She was very active in the Struthers PTA as well as a devoted runner, having participated in numerous races including a full marathon. Kristy had a passion for children and planned to use her involvement in the PTA to create more programs for the students of the Struthers school system to become healthier and physically fit. Tragically, Kristy passed away unexpectedly on July 3, 2016, one day before the first 4th of July 5K which she was planning on participating in. The kids fun run is a way to honor Kristy for her devotion to our area children as well as bring to life her goal of helping the children of Struthers become healthier and physically fit.

🎖️ Registration Information

Kids Fun Run registration for enrolled Struthers City School students, who sign up at the Struthers Board of Education Office before 7/1/2024, is FREE. Must turn registration in to school board for free entry. Any student who is registered online for the Kids Fun Run will be charged $15.00. Shirts and medals may not be available for registrations made after July 1st.

🔗 More Information

Visit the official race page for more details: Register Now.