Alameda 4th of July R.A.C.E.

The Ralph Appezzato Charity Event (R.A.C.E.) is a 5K (3.1 Mile) run and walk benefiting the Midway Shelter for Women and Children in Alameda, California. It starts at 9 AM; an hour before the Mayor's 4th of July Parade in front of the Lauren's Closet, 1420 Park Street, between Santa Clara and Central Avenues. The course follows the route of the Mayor's 4th of July Parade to the finish line at Webster and Haight Streets. So, run or walk the R.A.C.E. and you'll have time to get to your favorite spot on the course and watch the parade.

The R.A.C.E. day registration opens at starts at 7:30 AM at the starting line with the run and walk starting at 9 AM. 

Medals awarded for the top 3 men and top 3 women in the following brackets: 18 and under,19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69.70+

The first 500 to register will receive T shirts.

Those registered by midnight Wednesday, June 28, can pick up bibs and t shirts at Lauren's Closet 1420 Park Street starting Friday, June 30, through Tuesday, July 3.