Downs Freedom Run
- Date Sat 19th June 2027
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Downs, Illinois
- Price $11.60 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating morning at the Downs Freedom Run on Saturday, June 19th, 2027, in the charming community of Downs, McLean! This upbeat event kicks off with a gun start at 8:00 AM and features one of the flattest 5K courses in the area, perfect for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike. Participants can also enjoy a leisurely 1-mile walk, culminating in a celebratory lap around the high school track. With enthusiastic spectators cheering you on, this is an experience you won't want to miss!
Not only will you have a fantastic time connecting with friends and fellow runners, but your participation also supports vital local initiatives. Proceeds from the Downs Freedom Run are reinvested into the community, funding projects like new water refill stations at Dooley Park and grants for local businesses impacted by Covid-19. Don’t forget to register by June 2nd to secure your event shirt and be eligible for awards, including overall male and female winners and top finishers in various age categories. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit!
Not only will you have a fantastic time connecting with friends and fellow runners, but your participation also supports vital local initiatives. Proceeds from the Downs Freedom Run are reinvested into the community, funding projects like new water refill stations at Dooley Park and grants for local businesses impacted by Covid-19. Don’t forget to register by June 2nd to secure your event shirt and be eligible for awards, including overall male and female winners and top finishers in various age categories. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Join us for a fun morning with friends! Gun start at 8:00AM.
New to the Downs Freedom Run? Enjoy one of the flattest 5k courses in the area, with a route that runs through our community with cheering spectators to greet you along the way. Get festive and be ready to have a fun morning - this is one you dont want to miss! We will finish the 5K and 1 mile walk course with a lap around the high school track.
As always, any Downs Freedom Run proceeds are re-invested in the local community. Over the years we have installed a new drinking fountain/water bottle refill station at Dooley Park; provided grants to local, small businesses struggling from Covid-19 impacts; supported the Downs 4th of July celebration; as well as provided support for other causes that help our village. We'd love to share miles with you and support the community together!
Must register by June 2nd to be guaranteed a shirt.
Awards: Overall M/F Winner and Top 3 M/F in each age group (14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+)
New to the Downs Freedom Run? Enjoy one of the flattest 5k courses in the area, with a route that runs through our community with cheering spectators to greet you along the way. Get festive and be ready to have a fun morning - this is one you dont want to miss! We will finish the 5K and 1 mile walk course with a lap around the high school track.
As always, any Downs Freedom Run proceeds are re-invested in the local community. Over the years we have installed a new drinking fountain/water bottle refill station at Dooley Park; provided grants to local, small businesses struggling from Covid-19 impacts; supported the Downs 4th of July celebration; as well as provided support for other causes that help our village. We'd love to share miles with you and support the community together!
Must register by June 2nd to be guaranteed a shirt.
Awards: Overall M/F Winner and Top 3 M/F in each age group (14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+)
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Shirt
Sat 19th June 2027 (8:00AM CDT)
$32.80
OPENS 01 JAN 27 -
1 Mile Walk - Untimed
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Shirt
Sat 19th June 2027 (8:00AM CDT)
$32.80
OPENS 01 JAN 27 -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee & Shirt
Sat 19th June 2027 (9:30AM CDT)
$11.60
OPENS 01 JAN 27
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