Freedom 5K
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Huntsville, Alabama
- Price $32.80 - $54.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Freedom 5K and Independence Mile on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in the vibrant city of Huntsville, Madison! This thrilling event celebrates America's Independence Day with a spirited atmosphere and a chance to challenge yourself on the picturesque UAH campus near the fitness center. Runners can choose between the 5K distance or the newly reintroduced Independence Mile, both offering a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the summer weather and camaraderie among fellow participants.
Don't miss out on exclusive perks! The first 600 registrants for either race will receive finisher medals, while the first 450 to sign up for the 5K or the 5K + 1 Mile bundle will be guaranteed stylish Freedom 5K singlets. With additional RunningLane singlets available, there’s something for everyone! Mark your calendars and be part of this exhilarating celebration that blends fitness, fun, and national pride.
Don't miss out on exclusive perks! The first 600 registrants for either race will receive finisher medals, while the first 450 to sign up for the 5K or the 5K + 1 Mile bundle will be guaranteed stylish Freedom 5K singlets. With additional RunningLane singlets available, there’s something for everyone! Mark your calendars and be part of this exhilarating celebration that blends fitness, fun, and national pride.
Organiser's Description
PACKET PICKUP WILL BE AT RUNNINGLANE, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY AND FRIDAY FROM 11AM-5PM. ADDRESS: 2407 MEMORIAL PKWY SW HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
THE FIRST 600 RUNNERS TO REGISTER (EITHER FOR THE MILE OR 5K) WILL RECEIVE FINISHER MEDALS. THIS WILL BE DETERMINED BY BIBS ASSIGNED (FREEDOM 5K/INDEPENDENCE MILE BIBS WHICH WILL BE 1-1000 VS RUNNINGLANE BIB. THOSE WHO SIGN UP FOR THE BUNDLE WILL ONLY RECEIVE 1 FINISHER MEDAL, NOT 2.) DEPENDING ON HOW MANY BIBS ARE NOT PICKED UP WILL DETERMINE HOW MANY RUNNINGLANE BIBS WILL RECEIVE FINISHER MEDALS.
ALSO FRIENDLY REMINDER, THAT THE FIRST 450 REGISTRATIONS FOR THE 5K OR THE 5K + 1 MILE BUNDLE, WILL BE GUARANTEED FREEDOM 5K SINGLETS. WE WILL HAVE AN ADDITIONAL 300 RUNNINGLANE SINGLETS FOR THOSE WHO REGISTER FOR THE 5K OR 5K + 1 MILE BUNDLE IN CASE WE RUN OUT OF FREEDOM SINGLETS!COME CELEBRATE AMERICA'S INDEPENDENCE WITH THE ALL NEW FREEDOM 5K AND BACK FROM ITS 9 YEAR HIATUS THE INDEPENDENCE MILE!
The 2026 course will take place on the UAH campus near the fitness center.
THE FIRST 600 RUNNERS TO REGISTER (EITHER FOR THE MILE OR 5K) WILL RECEIVE FINISHER MEDALS. THIS WILL BE DETERMINED BY BIBS ASSIGNED (FREEDOM 5K/INDEPENDENCE MILE BIBS WHICH WILL BE 1-1000 VS RUNNINGLANE BIB. THOSE WHO SIGN UP FOR THE BUNDLE WILL ONLY RECEIVE 1 FINISHER MEDAL, NOT 2.) DEPENDING ON HOW MANY BIBS ARE NOT PICKED UP WILL DETERMINE HOW MANY RUNNINGLANE BIBS WILL RECEIVE FINISHER MEDALS.
ALSO FRIENDLY REMINDER, THAT THE FIRST 450 REGISTRATIONS FOR THE 5K OR THE 5K + 1 MILE BUNDLE, WILL BE GUARANTEED FREEDOM 5K SINGLETS. WE WILL HAVE AN ADDITIONAL 300 RUNNINGLANE SINGLETS FOR THOSE WHO REGISTER FOR THE 5K OR 5K + 1 MILE BUNDLE IN CASE WE RUN OUT OF FREEDOM SINGLETS!COME CELEBRATE AMERICA'S INDEPENDENCE WITH THE ALL NEW FREEDOM 5K AND BACK FROM ITS 9 YEAR HIATUS THE INDEPENDENCE MILE!
The 2026 course will take place on the UAH campus near the fitness center.
Races
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Freedom 5K
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Singlet Giveaway
Sat 4th July 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$43.40
This is for the 5K run only! -
The Independence Mile - Only
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Giveaway
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$32.80
This is for the timed 1 Mile Only! -
The Freedom 5K and Independence Mile
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Freedom 5K and Independence Mile Tank
Sat 4th July 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$54.00
This is the Bundle for Both Events
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UAH Fitness Center, 500 John Wright Dr NW, Huntsville, 35805, AL, United States
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