By far, one of my favorite races of the entire year. It's a great event in Downtown Everett on July 4th. It is the kick-off event to a day filled with 4th of July festivities. Beautiful course through downtown Everett and you also at times get a view of the Puget Sound. I promise, you won't regret doing this race!

There is something magic about this race. Whether it's singing (and dancing!) the YMCA led by the fearless Gael Thompson, Scottish accent and all, as a warm up before the race, running the flat, fast course through Everett along the parade route and getting glimpses of the sound, or finishing by the Y and cheering on those in the Family run or the Kiddie Dashes (adorable), it's how my family starts every 4th of July.  Showers are open at the Y afterwards, which allows you to get cleaned up in time for the parade. Racers, walkers, 10K, 5K, Family Fun Run 1 mile, there's something for everyone. I love this event.