# Event Details

- **Event Name**: St. Matthews Independence Day 5k
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 am
- **Event Description**: Join us at 8:00 am on Saturday morning, July 4th for the St. Matthews Independence Day 5K, presented by Independence Bank. This race has its origins back to the 1970's (with the course unchanged) in what was then called the St. Matthews Pavement Pounder. This fun and fast timed race begins and ends at St. Matthews Baptist Church (3515 Grandview Avenue). Walkers are welcome!

--Closed course through St. Matthews neighborhoods
--Choice of unisex short sleeve tech shirt or women's tech tank
--Chip timing with online results
--On-site parking
--Free race photos
--Race goodie bag with packet pickup
--Post race food and vendor booths
--Lots of awards and door prizes

And NEW THIS YEAR! RACE MEDAL FOR ALL FINISHERS!

Don't be disappointed.  Register early...we have sold out the last three years!

Registation and more information at https://www.rivercityraces.com/upcoming-events-1/2026/7/4/st-matthews-independence-day-5k
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/louisville/st-matthews-independence-day-5k/200029809464847
- **Event Categories**: sports, fourth-of-july, workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 66

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Louisville
- **state**: KY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: St. Matthews Baptist Church
- **lat**: 38.246795511723
- **long**: -85.6565129866
- **full address**: St. Matthews Baptist Church, 3510 Grandview Ave, Louisville, KY 40207-3708, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is St. Matthews Independence Day 5k being held?
  - **A:** St. Matthews Independence Day 5k takes place on Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 am at St. Matthews Baptist Church, 3510 Grandview Ave, Louisville, KY 40207-3708, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing St. Matthews Independence Day 5k?
  - **A:** St. Matthews Independence Day 5k is organized by Bill Nowak.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** St. Matthews 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 Louisville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 60+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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