Freedom 5k
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Andrews, North Carolina
- Price $33.35
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Andrews Freedom 5k on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in the charming mountain town of Andrews, Cherokee! This family-friendly run/walk event invites participants of all ages, from avid racers to leisurely walkers and even strollers. The race kicks off at 7:30 AM, with day-of registration and packet pickup available from 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM. Runners will traverse a scenic course that showcases the beauty of Andrews while competing for awards in four age brackets: under 18, 19-40, 40-60, and 60+. Both men's and women's categories will be celebrated, along with a special award for the most patriotic participant!
Every participant will receive a commemorative T-shirt, and a variety of snacks and drinks will be provided to keep the energy high. Plus, 50% of the proceeds will support the Andrews Trails and the Cherokee Clay Food Alliance, making this event not just a race, but a chance to give back to the community. After the run, stick around to enjoy the festive 4th of July celebrations! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to run for freedom, community, and fun!
Every participant will receive a commemorative T-shirt, and a variety of snacks and drinks will be provided to keep the energy high. Plus, 50% of the proceeds will support the Andrews Trails and the Cherokee Clay Food Alliance, making this event not just a race, but a chance to give back to the community. After the run, stick around to enjoy the festive 4th of July celebrations! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to run for freedom, community, and fun!
Organiser's Description
The Andrews Freedom 5k is a run/walk event for the whole family. The course goes throughout the small mountain town of Andrews. It is a family friendly eventracers, walkers, strollers, and everyone in between are welcome. Every runner will get a T-shirt, and snacks and drinks will be available for all participants.
The race will begin at 7:30am on July 4th. Day of registration and pickup for bibs and race day packets will be available from 6:30am-7:30am on the day of the race.
There will be 4 age brackets: under 18, 19-40, 40-60, and 60+ with men's and women's awards for every age bracket. There will also be awards for most patriotic.
All runners should stick around for the rest of the 4th of July celebrations.
50% of the money raised goes to the Andrews Trails (https://www.facebook.com/AndrewsNCTrails/), and 50% goes to the Cherokee Clay Food Alliance (wncccfa.org [http://wncccfa.org]).
The race will begin at 7:30am on July 4th. Day of registration and pickup for bibs and race day packets will be available from 6:30am-7:30am on the day of the race.
There will be 4 age brackets: under 18, 19-40, 40-60, and 60+ with men's and women's awards for every age bracket. There will also be awards for most patriotic.
All runners should stick around for the rest of the 4th of July celebrations.
50% of the money raised goes to the Andrews Trails (https://www.facebook.com/AndrewsNCTrails/), and 50% goes to the Cherokee Clay Food Alliance (wncccfa.org [http://wncccfa.org]).
Races
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Freedom 5K
Incl. $3.35 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$33.35
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Location
7 Wilson Street, Andrews, 28901, NC, United States
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