48th Annual Springfield's Big Fourth 5K!
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About the Race
Online Registration closes Wednesday July 3rd 6pm No early Shirt & Bib Pickup at our Fast Feet Stores this year. Day of race pickup and late registration starts 8am. For the 48th year, the Greater Springfield Harriers will be hosting the Big Fourth 5K in downtown Springfield starting and finishing at the Basketball Hall of Fame. This is flat out & back type course on road and the Springfield River Walk. Details can be found here Race Page
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Common questions
How hard is the 48th Annual Springfield's Big Fourth 5K! 5K?
We don't have a verified elevation profile yet — check the organizer's course map for the climb breakdown.
What should I wear?
Dress for ~10°F warmer than the standing temperature once you start running. Throwaway long-sleeve at the start, gloves and a hat for sub-50°F mornings, singlet plus visor when it climbs above 60°F. The race-day forecast above is the source of truth closer to the date.
When does it sell out?
No published deadline. Most races raise the entry fee in tiers and can sell out without warning — sign up early if you're committed.
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