Downs Freedom Run
- Date Sat 27th June 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Downs, Illinois
- Price $11.60 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for the Downs Freedom Run on Saturday, June 27, 2026, in the charming community of Downs, McLean! This exciting event kicks off at 8:00 AM with a festive atmosphere that will get your heart racing. Choose between a flat and fast 5k course or a leisurely 1-mile walk, both of which wind through the beautiful streets lined with enthusiastic spectators cheering you on. Finish strong with a lap around the high school track, making it a memorable experience for all participants.
The Downs Freedom Run is not just about fitness; it's a celebration that gives back to the community. Proceeds from the event are reinvested locally, supporting initiatives like new drinking fountains, grants for small businesses affected by Covid-19, and funding for community celebrations. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enjoy a fun morning with friends while contributing to a great cause! Be sure to register by June 13th to secure your event shirt, and compete for awards in various age categories. Join us for a day of community spirit and camaraderie!
The Downs Freedom Run is not just about fitness; it's a celebration that gives back to the community. Proceeds from the event are reinvested locally, supporting initiatives like new drinking fountains, grants for small businesses affected by Covid-19, and funding for community celebrations. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enjoy a fun morning with friends while contributing to a great cause! Be sure to register by June 13th to secure your event shirt, and compete for awards in various age categories. Join us for a day of community spirit and camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
Join us the Saturday BEFORE the 4th, 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 13th 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 13th 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 27th June 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$32.80
OPENS 01 FEB 26 -
1 Mile Walk - Untimed
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Shirt
Sat 27th June 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$32.80
OPENS 01 FEB 26 -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee & Shirt
Sat 27th June 2026 (9:30AM CDT)
$11.60
OPENS 01 FEB 26
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