Thursday, October 1, 2026
The Bellmore Striders Running Club honored their annual tradition of a patriotic marathon to celebrate July 4. Hundreds of runners came together to compete in both the one-mile youth run and the four-mile adult run.
Debuting in 1976, the Striders have acted as a support structure for young runners to develop further into post-collegiate athletes. The Striders have hosted the July 4 event for over 40 years. The group is committed to fostering a positive community for road runners, cross country and track and field athletes.
The four-mile run was divided into various age categories from ages 13- to 90-years-old, and the one-mile run was for those 12 and under, as well as walkers. The event started at Petit Avenue and ended on Grand Avenue, with refreshments being passed out at every mile checkpoint. There was also a four-mile wheelchair race for those with disabilities.
The first 600 participants to arrive won complimentary tank tops. The winners of the race in both the men’s adult category and the women’s adult category were presented with cash prizes. The winners of the youth race were each presented with medals.
To learn more about the Bellmore Striders visit BellmoreStriders.com. To see a full list of winners go to EliteFeats.com, and search Independence Day 4 Mile Run/Walk.
