Flag Relay Sprints 3,016 Miles To D.C. For July 4 [WATCH]

A single American flag is being carried nonstop from the California coast to Washington, D.C., in a 3,016-mile relay that organizers say will wrap up just in time for July 4 fireworks on the National Mall.

The Relay for America effort launched June 14 — Flag Day — from Rodeo Beach near San Francisco. Runners have been passing the flag hand-to-hand, 24 hours a day, through 15 states. The nonstop handoff is scheduled to reach the capital early July 4, ahead of the nation’s 250th birthday celebrations.

Each of the 3,016 miles is dedicated to a different veteran, nominated by members of the public. Organizers say more than 2,500 runners from all 50 states have signed up for segments along the route.

Watch the clip below:

🔥 JUST IN: These patriots are being praised nationwide after running the American flag from California to WASHINGTON DC, and the 3,016 mile journey is set to be completed on July 4th around 10AM

“It will have passed through 15 states and held by 250 different runners.”… pic.twitter.com/CdIX8uVIXm

— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) July 3, 2026