WOW! What a fun day it was in Brandermill on the 4th of July. Up bright and early, our 192 7.4k runners and walkers proudly raised money for Connors Heroes which will help children with cancer here in Richmond. It was the biggest race in 7.4k history!
The parade went off without a hitch- the BCA staff was overjoyed with the number of community members that participated, cheered, and volunteered. It meant everything to us to see our neighbors smiling!

There were great floats, costumes, groups, and county volunteers to be seen.
Here are the parade category winners!

Best Group-  The Brandermill Church

Funniest Entry – MAKOS Swim Team

Best Bike- Girl Scout Troop

Best Kids- Spring Run Cheerleaders

Best Musical – Greater Richmond Pipes & Drums 

Best Individual Costume – Parents Group Eagle

Most Original- Brandermill Sailing Club

Best Use of Theme- Old Fox Trail

Best Patriotic- Harbour Pointe

Best Animal Entry- Quail Hill

Best Neighborhood Entry- Whispering Oaks

Best Commercial Property- Auburn Hill

After the parade, members headed over to Sunday Park for free hot dogs, watermelon, face painting, balloons, and music. Children played, took pictures with the princesses, and sported some awesome face paint thanks to the Art Factory. The Dakota Kinsey Trio put on a show once again that got the people moving.
At the pools, the guards lead super fun games to keep the kiddos cool and entertained.
It was a long day of activities and the fireworks show was the perfect ending to it all. We have received such positive feedback and a lot of great photos from our members! Take a look at the day in review by clicking the button below. Over 100 pictures for you to enjoy!

Click here to check out ALL the photos from this year’s celebration!