2026 Juneteenth Freedom 5K
- Date Sat 20th June 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Richmond, Kentucky
- Price $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for a vibrant celebration of freedom and community at the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom 5K, taking place on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the picturesque White Hall State Historic Site in Richmond, Madison. This exciting event, starting at 8:00 AM, features a scenic 5K run/walk along paved trails, as well as a 1-mile family fun walk, making it perfect for participants of all ages and fitness levels.
Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, music, and delicious food trucks, while supporting four local charities, including the Telford YMCA Achievers Program and the New Liberty Family Shelter. Participants will receive commemorative unisex performance shirts, and awards will be given to the top finishers in various categories. Don't miss this chance to engage in a meaningful event that honors history while fostering community spirit. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, the Juneteenth Freedom 5K promises a joyful atmosphere for everyone!
Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, music, and delicious food trucks, while supporting four local charities, including the Telford YMCA Achievers Program and the New Liberty Family Shelter. Participants will receive commemorative unisex performance shirts, and awards will be given to the top finishers in various categories. Don't miss this chance to engage in a meaningful event that honors history while fostering community spirit. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, the Juneteenth Freedom 5K promises a joyful atmosphere for everyone!
Organiser's Description
WE'RE READY FOR 2026! JOIN US FOR OUR 4TH ANNUAL JUNETEENTH FREEDOM 5K ON SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 2026 AT 8:00AM AT WHITE HALL STATE HISTORIC SITE.
All race proceeds and donations are currently planned to be split between FOUR local charities:
* Telford YMCA Achievers Program
* Maurice Hibbard Non-Traditional Scholarship
* Friends of Maple Grove Cemetery
* New Liberty Family Shelter
RACE FEATURES
* SCENIC CLOSED COURSE ON PAVED TRAILS AT WHITE HALL PARK
* COMMEMORATIVE UNISEX SIZED PERFORMANCE/TECH SHIRTS
* SOCIAL TEAMS TO EXPAND YOUR RACE EXPERIENCE
* AWARDS FOR TOP 3 M/F OVERALL
* AGE CATEGORY 1ST PLACE M/F AWARDS
* 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
* 5K RUN/WALK, 1 MILE FUN WALK & VIRTUAL OPTION
* MUSIC, FOOD TRUCKS, SNACKS/DRINKS AND FELLOWSHIP
ESTIMATED RACE DAY SCHEDULE (JUNE 20)
* 6:45AM RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP UNTIL 7:45 A.M.
* 7:45AM WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS
* 8:00AM RACE START - 5K RUN/WALK & WHEELCHAIR DIVISION
* 8:10AM 1 MILE FAMILY FUN WALK
* 9:00AM AWARDS CEREMONY (TOP 3 M/F OVERALL & 1ST PLACE AGE CATEGORIES)
ADVANCED PACKET PICKUP AT MADISON CO. PUBLIC LIBRARY, RICHMOND
* LOCATION: MCPL, ROOM 136 OR 138, 507 WEST MAIN ST., RICHMOND, KY 40475
* THURSDAY FROM 2:30 - 6:15 P.M. (ROOM 136 OR 138)
* FRIDAY FROM 3:00 - 5:45 P.M. (ROOM 138)
* SATURDAY: IF UNABLE TO PICK-UP IN ADVANCE, RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP IS ON SATURDAY (6:45 - 7:45 A.M.)
5K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1739588]
1 MILE FUN WALK [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2287171]
All race proceeds and donations are currently planned to be split between FOUR local charities:
* Telford YMCA Achievers Program
* Maurice Hibbard Non-Traditional Scholarship
* Friends of Maple Grove Cemetery
* New Liberty Family Shelter
RACE FEATURES
* SCENIC CLOSED COURSE ON PAVED TRAILS AT WHITE HALL PARK
* COMMEMORATIVE UNISEX SIZED PERFORMANCE/TECH SHIRTS
* SOCIAL TEAMS TO EXPAND YOUR RACE EXPERIENCE
* AWARDS FOR TOP 3 M/F OVERALL
* AGE CATEGORY 1ST PLACE M/F AWARDS
* 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
* 5K RUN/WALK, 1 MILE FUN WALK & VIRTUAL OPTION
* MUSIC, FOOD TRUCKS, SNACKS/DRINKS AND FELLOWSHIP
ESTIMATED RACE DAY SCHEDULE (JUNE 20)
* 6:45AM RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP UNTIL 7:45 A.M.
* 7:45AM WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS
* 8:00AM RACE START - 5K RUN/WALK & WHEELCHAIR DIVISION
* 8:10AM 1 MILE FAMILY FUN WALK
* 9:00AM AWARDS CEREMONY (TOP 3 M/F OVERALL & 1ST PLACE AGE CATEGORIES)
ADVANCED PACKET PICKUP AT MADISON CO. PUBLIC LIBRARY, RICHMOND
* LOCATION: MCPL, ROOM 136 OR 138, 507 WEST MAIN ST., RICHMOND, KY 40475
* THURSDAY FROM 2:30 - 6:15 P.M. (ROOM 136 OR 138)
* FRIDAY FROM 3:00 - 5:45 P.M. (ROOM 138)
* SATURDAY: IF UNABLE TO PICK-UP IN ADVANCE, RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP IS ON SATURDAY (6:45 - 7:45 A.M.)
5K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1739588]
1 MILE FUN WALK [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2287171]
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Commemorative Performance T-Shirt
Sat 20th June 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.80
A 5K (3.1 mile) run/walk on paved surfaces. Runners and walkers of all abilities welcomed. Awards presented for Top 3 M/F Overall. Race will be manually timed with a gun start. -
1 Mile Family Fun Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Commemorative Performance T-Shirt
Sat 20th June 2026 (8:10AM EDT)
$32.80
A fun, untimed 1 mile walk. No awards will be presented for this event. -
Virtual Runner/Walker
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Commemorative Performance T-Shirt
$32.80
An opportunity to support our charities and run/walk your own Juneteenth Freedom 5K in your hometown. For your $30 donation we'll mail you your commemorative race shirt.
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White Hall State Historic Site, 500 White Hall Shrine Road, Richmond, 40475, KY, United States
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