# Event Details - **Event Name**: 3rd Annual Bluffton Independence Day 5k - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 02 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm - **Event Description**: SIGN UP LINK: https://runsignup.com/Race/SC/Bluffton/BlufftonIndependenceDay5K Kick off the holiday with a community 5K, benefiting the Mayor's "Stay Safe, Bluffton!" campaign and student scholarships that promote safe driving. Make plans to run, jog, or walk at New Riverside Barn Park on Thursday, July 2, at 7 PM. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Event highlights: • 5K begins at 7 p.m. • Free “Chase the Chief” Kids Fun Run at 6:45 p.m. • First 400 registered participants receive a race T-shirt • Packet pickup: Wednesday, July 1, from 4-7 p.m. at New Riverside Barn, 30 Red Barn • No race-day registration • Awards ceremony immediately following the race • Free concert featuring Deas-Guyz following awards presentation • Food, beer and wine available for purchase • *New*: Patriotic drone show at dark, sponsored by the Town of Bluffton and Fetch A Vet AWARDS: The Mayor's Cup will be awarded to the overall male and female winners. Custom medals will be awarded to the overall male and female winners and the top 3 division winners. 12U, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+ Top 3 Dogs. • Winners receive the "Mayor's Cup," with names engraved and displayed at Town Hall. Packet Pickup: Date: Wednesday, July 1 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Location: New Riverside Barn Park (30 Red Barn Dr., Bluffton, SC 29910) Note: No race-day registration or registration during packet pickup. Parking and Shuttle Information Attendees should park at Pritchardville Elementary School, 9447 Evan Way, and use the free Savannah Trolley shuttle to New Riverside Barn Park. Shuttle service runs continuously from 5:30-11 p.m. The final shuttle departure from the event area will be approximately 10:30 p.m. Parking at New Riverside Barn Park is extremely limited and reserved for event operations, vendors, and ADA-accessible parking. Free Kid's Fun Run - "Chase the Chief": Calling all kids 8 and under! Join us for the “Chase the Chief” Kids Fun Run — a fun run around the park where kids will try to catch the Bluffton's Chief of Police! This is all about fun, smiles, and lots of laughs. All participants will receive a prize! Bring the kids, wear your red, white, and blue, and get ready for a fun Independence Day tradition! Patriotic Costume Contest: Show off your red, white, and blue! Dress in your best patriotic gear for a chance to win our Patriotic Costume Contest. Stars, stripes, Uncle Sam hats, tutus, capes — the more creative the better! Bring the kids, wear your red, white, and blue, and get ready for a fun Independence Day tradition! View News Release Here: https://bit.ly/4oENTIw - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bluffton/3rd-annual-bluffton-independence-day-5k/200030010451932 - **Event Categories**: kids, sports, fourth-of-july, contests, concerts, music, entertainment, dog, holiday - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 430 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Bluffton - **state**: SC - **country**: United States - **location**: 30 Red Barn Dr. Bluffton, SC 29910 - **lat**: 32.24007 - **long**: -80.98269 - **full address**: 30 Red Barn Dr. Bluffton, SC 29910, 28 Red Barn, Bluffton, SC 29910, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 3rd Annual Bluffton Independence Day 5k - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/502301ad938cb32fee40b39557f455cdb43975a279f2994e3f7704b0cd8a4fc7-rimg-w1200-h676-dc0f131d-gmir?v=1782520978 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 3rd Annual Bluffton Independence Day 5k being held? - **A:** 3rd Annual Bluffton Independence Day 5k takes place on Thu, 02 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 02 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm at 30 Red Barn Dr. Bluffton, SC 29910, 28 Red Barn, Bluffton, SC 29910, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 3rd Annual Bluffton Independence Day 5k? - **A:** 3rd Annual Bluffton Independence Day 5k is organized by Town of Bluffton Government. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 3rd Annual Bluffton Independence Day 5k is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bluffton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 430+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "3rd Annual Bluffton Independence Day 5k", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/502301ad938cb32fee40b39557f455cdb43975a279f2994e3f7704b0cd8a4fc7-rimg-w1200-h676-dc0f131d-gmir?v=1782520978", "startDate": "2026-07-02", "url": "https://allevents.in/bluffton/3rd-annual-bluffton-independence-day-5k/200030010451932", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "30 Red Barn Dr. Bluffton, SC 29910", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "28 Red Barn, Bluffton, SC 29910, United States", "addressLocality": "Bluffton", "addressRegion": "SC", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "32.24007", "longitude": "-80.98269" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "SIGN UP LINK: \nhttps://runsignup.com/Race/SC/Bluffton/BlufftonIndependenceDay5K\n\nKick off the holiday with a community 5K, benefiting the Mayor's \"Stay Safe, Bluffton!\" campaign and student scholarships that promote safe driving. 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