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 vibrant Andrews Freedom 5k on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in the charming mountain town of Andrews, Cherokee! This family-friendly run/walk event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities, making it the perfect way to celebrate Independence Day with loved ones. The 5k course winds through scenic routes, ensuring a delightful experience for racers, walkers, and strollers alike.
Kick off your day with the race starting at 7:30 AM, with registration and bib pickup available from 6:30 AM. Participants will receive a commemorative T-shirt, and refreshments will be provided to keep everyone's energy up. With four age brackets—Under 18, 19-39, 40-59, and 60+—awards will be given for both men's and women's categories, plus special recognition for the most patriotic participants! Best of all, 50% of the proceeds will benefit the Andrews Trails, while the other half supports the Cherokee Clay Food Alliance. Don’t miss out on this fantastic event that combines fitness, community spirit, and Fourth of July festivities!
Kick off your day with the race starting at 7:30 AM, with registration and bib pickup available from 6:30 AM. Participants will receive a commemorative T-shirt, and refreshments will be provided to keep everyone's energy up. With four age brackets—Under 18, 19-39, 40-59, and 60+—awards will be given for both men's and women's categories, plus special recognition for the most patriotic participants! Best of all, 50% of the proceeds will benefit the Andrews Trails, while the other half supports the Cherokee Clay Food Alliance. Don’t miss out on this fantastic event that combines fitness, community spirit, and Fourth of July festivities!
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, 1939, 4059, 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, 1939, 4059, 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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