44th Annual Rev Run

One week from today, the starting musket fires at Washington Crossing Historic Park — and the 44th Annual RevRun gets underway. We're one week out, and the energy is already building: runners have registered from 23 states across the country, all converging on one of the most historically significant sites in America to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation's independence. This isn't just a road race. This is America's birthday, run where history was made. And there's

America is turning 250 years old, and there is no better place in the entire country to celebrate than right here at Washington Crossing Historic Park in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. This is a once-in-a-generation milestone — the Semiquincentennial — and we have an extraordinary full day planned that will take you from sunrise to fireworks. Here's how to make the most of it! 🌅 MORNING — Kick Off July 4th the Revolutionary Way! Start your Independence Day with a bang — literal

We've heard from so many of you asking the same wonderful question: "Where should we stay to make a full weekend out of the RevRun?" And honestly, we LOVE that this race is inspiring people to turn July 4th into a real getaway! We have runners and supporters currently coming from 21 states! So we put together this hospitality guide — because if you're going to run through history on the most patriotic morning of the year, you might as well do it in style! 🎉 The 44th Annual

Great news for everyone running the RevRun 5K or 10K this July 4th — the roads on our course are in fantastic shape! All of River Road along the route has been freshly repaved since last year, and Riverview Road and Overlook Road were just repaved last week. A bright new double yellow line runs down River Road, so runners staying to the left will have a clear, visible guide. Outside of a short stretch inside Washington Crossing Historic Park — which is also in great shape — y

Every runner who crosses the finish line at the Revolutionary Run is a winner — but for those with their eye on the podium, this July 4th is your chance to make history of your own. Here's everything you need to know about awards at the 44th Annual RevRun. 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk — Every Finisher Wins Not racing for a trophy? No problem. Every participant in the 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk receives a Commemorative Finisher's Medal. Cross that finish line and you've earned it.

The Revolutionary Run doesn't just happen. Behind every bib number, every water station, and every finish line moment is an entire community that shows up — year after year — to make it possible.

Every year, runners cross the finish line at Washington Crossing Historic Park proudly wearing their RevRun commemorative t-shirt. It's more than race swag — it's a wearable piece of history, a keepsake that marks another July 4th spent doing something extraordinary. So when we sat down to think about what the 44th Annual RevRun t-shirt should look like, we decided to do something we'd never done before. We handed the design over to the next generation. A Competition Born fro

Every great race has a story. The early morning energy, the nervous anticipation at the start line, the push through the final stretch, and the pure joy of crossing the finish. For the past three years, one photographer has been there to capture every one of those moments at the Revolutionary Run — and her work has become as much a part of the event as the race itself.

We're proud to announce that the Color Guard of the Guardians of the National Cemetery in Washington Crossing will present the flags at the start of all three RevRun races - the 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk, the USATF-Certified 5K, and the USATF-Certified 10K - immediately before the National Anthem.

Every great race needs a moment that stops you in your tracks before the clock even starts. At the Revolutionary Run, that moment belongs to Colleen Mellor. Colleen Mellor is a Bucks County resident, community advocate, and longtime professional vocalist whose music career has spanned decades throughout the Delaware Valley. Over the past 25 years, Colleen has had the honor of performing the National Anthem at countless events including road & bridge dedications, sporting even

Thirty-three days. That's five weeks of solid training, two weekends of long runs, and one final taper before you toe the line at Washington Crossing Historic Park. Whether you're walking the mile with the family, chasing a 5K PR, or digging deep for the full 10K, the good news is simple: you still have time to prepare. The park's tree-lined paths and historic setting make this one of the most scenic races on the local calendar. Let's make sure your legs are as ready as the s

Matt Slocum - Precision Course Design - Measuring the 5k & 10K Course at 5:45am & Upper Makefield Police Department The Revolutionary Run features a certified 5K and 10K. Here's why that little badge matters more than you might think. Revolutionary Run · Washington Crossing, PA · July 4, 2025 You've probably seen it on race registration pages: "USATF Certified Course." It sounds official — and it is — but what does it actually mean for you as a runner? And why does it matter

How to Bring Your Team, Club, Company, or Crew to the RevRun Running Is Better With People Science confirms what every runner already knows: running with others makes you faster, happier, and more likely to actually show up. Whether it's a running club, a group of coworkers, a neighborhood crew, or three generations of your family — the RevRun is better when you bring your people. July 4th is already a community holiday. The RevRun makes it even more so — a morning event that

How to Go from Zero to the RevRun 1-Mile or 5K — Starting Right Now Everyone Starts Somewhere If you've been thinking about running your first race but haven't found the right one, stop searching. The RevRun in Washington Crossing, PA is the ideal first race for beginners. It's welcoming, community-centered, historically stunning, and set on the most patriotic day of the year. Whatever distance you choose -- 1 mile, 5K, or 10K -- there is a starting line here with your name o

As the nation prepares to celebrate America's 250th anniversary, the RevRun and UMBA (Upper Makefield Business Association) are proud to mark our own milestone — the 44th Annual RevRun — with a collaboration that brings together athletic tradition, community pride, and the creative spirit of the next generation. A Partnership Built on Community This year, RevRun and UMBA have joined forces with the Council Rock School District in a partnership that captures everything the rac

The RevRun 2026 — Racing Through 250 Years of American History December 26, 1776. July 4, 2026. On a bitterly cold December night in 1776, George Washington led 2,400 soldiers across the icy Delaware River — right here, at Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania. The audacious crossing led to a crucial victory at Trenton, turning the tide of the Revolutionary War and ultimately securing American independence. Two hundred and fifty years later, on July 4, 2026, you'll run through th

The Causes Behind the RevRun — and Why They Need Your Support This Race Is About More Than Running Every great race has a reason to run. For the RevRun, the reason is this: the funds you generate by registering and participating go directly to five organizations that make life better for real people in the Upper Makefield and Washington Crossing communities. These aren't abstract causes. They're your neighbors' kids receiving scholarships. They're families in crisis getting a

Why Serious Runners Should Race the RevRun 5K & 10K A Certified Course. A Historic Setting. A Race Worth Your Training. You train year-round. You track your splits. You know the difference between a certified course and a fun run. So here's what you need to know about the RevRun: the 5K and 10K are both USA Track & Field certified courses. This is a real race. Your times count. And on July 4, 2026 — the 250th anniversary of American independence — the RevRun offers something

Picture it: Your child is wearing a race bib for the very first time. It's the morning of July 4th — there's excitement in the air, the smell of summer, the sound of hundreds of people cheering. They cross that finish line, arms raised, beaming with pride. That moment — that feeling of accomplishment — is exactly what the RevRun 1-Mile Fun Run is designed to create. And in 2026, it happens against the backdrop of America's 250th birthday celebration, in one of the most histo

A July 4th Tradition Your Kids Will Talk About for Years What if your family's July 4th started with something more than waiting for fireworks? The RevRun 1-Mile Fun Run is the perfect morning kickoff -- a stress-free, joyful mile through Washington Crossing Historic Park that welcomes runners of all ages and abilities. From toddlers in strollers to grandparents walking with grandkids, everyone belongs. No Experience Required -- Just Show Up The 1-Mile Fun Run is exactly what