YMCA 4 on the 4th

Saturday, July 4, 2026 • Covington, LA
Registration Open
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When is YMCA 4 on the 4th?

YMCA 4 on the 4th takes place on Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Covington, LA.

What distances does YMCA 4 on the 4th offer?

YMCA 4 on the 4th offers 2 events: YMCA 4 on the 4th for Kids (10 & under), YMCA 4 on the 4th.

Event Distance Price
YMCA 4 on the 4th for Kids (10 & under) 0.5 mi $15.00 Register
YMCA 4 on the 4th 4.0 mi $35.00 Register

How much does YMCA 4 on the 4th cost?

Registration for YMCA 4 on the 4th starts at $15.00. Prices vary by event distance.

Where is YMCA 4 on the 4th held?

YMCA 4 on the 4th is held in Covington, LA at 601 Filmore Street.

About YMCA 4 on the 4th

Super fun 4 mile run/walk on the 4th of July. Come out and celebrate America's 250th birthday. Wear your best red, white & blue. The running and walking for the 4 Miler starts promptly at 7:30 am. The Kids Race starts at approximately 8:30 am. Once your registration is complete, please go to the Donation Page and select the amount of your donation. Remember all of the race proceeds go right back into our community! We're committed to supporting youth sports and activities directly through our local YMCA.

Race is limited to 400 participants. The race typically sells out online before race day so please register early! 

When available, race day registration does cost considerably more so plan to register early.

And remember that ALL registration must be completed online.....there are no paper forms.

Must register by June 21, 2026 to receive a race shirt.

Register Now — From $15.00

4 Miler

4 on the 4th - 7:30AM

Route Map

Beer Mile

4 on the 4th Beer Mile

 

The Beer Mile* is a post-race favorite ~ 4 laps around Hubie Gallagher Park

1 Beer per lap ~ Individual or Relay!

 

*Must be 21 or older to participate

Food and Beverage Partners

Kids Race

4 on the 4th for Kids (12 & under) - 8:30AM


The Kids Race is a half mile race ~ 2 laps around Hubie Gallagher Park

 

Packet Pick Up

Wednesday, July 01, 2026
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 
Varsity Sports Mandeville (Directions)

 

Friday, July 3
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm 
West St. Tammany YMCA (Directions)

 

Friday, July 4

6:15am - 7:15am 

Hubie Gallagher Park (Directions)

 

Results

2025 Results - 4 on the 4th

2024 Results - 4 on the 4th

2023 Results - 4 on the 4th 

2022 Results - 4 on the 4th

 

Sponsorship Sign Up

Sponsorship Information
 
The YMCA West St. Tammany is proud to present the Annual 4 on the 4th! This event is a great way to celebrate our nation’s birthday and to help our community! 
 
For over 25+ years the event has committed 100% of the race proceeds to go directly back into our community. With your help and support, we’ve been able to contribute thousands of dollars to local community organizations that benefit kids sports and youth programs, with relationships through the our first responders with the Covington Police and Fire Departments, as well as community invested partners who support us each year. 
 
Please help us continue to make this event a success each and every year with your support and participation! Please see below for our sponsorship levels. This is a great way for your company, business or service to reach hundreds of people in and around the local community, and to have fun in the process!
 
As a charitable organization, your charitable donations are tax deductible. The YMCA of West St. Tammany, a branch of the YMCA of Greater New Orleans, operates under the EIN 72-0423490.
 
If you have any questions regarding sponsorship, in-kind donations, or co-marketed product giveaways, please contact Donna Laiche, donnal@ymcaneworleans.org

 

Sponsorship Levels
 
Presenting Sponsor ($2,500) Pay Here
Company name used in event title as Presenting Sponsor
Name and logo on event signage
Name and logo on event t-shirts
Name and logo on website/social media
Name and logo on event communications
Table space available at the race
Table space available at packet pick-up
PA mentions at event
Promotional inclusion up to 400 runners
Free entry fees for 10 race participants
 
Associate Sponsor ($1,000) Pay Here
Name and logo on event signage
Name and logo on event t-shirts
Name and logo on website/social media
Name and logo on event communications
Table space available at the race
PA mentions at event
Promotional inclusion up to 400 runners
Free entry fees for 7 race participants
 
Gold Sponsor ($500) Pay Here
Name and logo on event signage
Name and logo on event t-shirts
Name and logo on website 
Name and logo on event communications
PA mentions at event
Promotional inclusion up to 400 runners
Free entry fees for 5 race participants
 
Silver Sponsor ($250) Pay Here
Name and logo on event signage
Name and logo on event t-shirts
Name and logo on website
Name and logo on event communications
PA mentions at event
Free entry fees for 3 race participants
 
Bronze Sponsor ($100) Pay Here
Name and logo on event signage
Name and logo on event t-shirts
Name and logo on website
Name and logo on event communications
PA mentions at event
Free entry fees for 1 race participant

 

Payment options 

We offer two methods of payment. Credit Card at checkout via our Store (includes added merchant fee for processing) or via the YMCA West St. Tammany.

 

Deadline Notification

In order to assure your name and logo will be included on event signage, t-shirts, or other race day items, the deadline for payment is June 15th.

Swag & Giveaways

YMCA 4 on the 4th for Kids (10 & under): Fun treats at the finish line!
YMCA 4 on the 4th: Shirt
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