Freedom Festival Elkhorn 5K Run/Walk to benefit the Amputee Blade Runners
- Date Fri 3rd July 2026
- Time 8:00AM MDT
- Location Afton, Wyoming
- Price $38.10 - $54.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Freedom Festival Elkhorn 5K Run/Walk on July 3, 2026, in Afton, Lincoln! This exciting event kicks off the Afton Freedom Festival and takes place under the iconic World's Largest Elkhorn Arch, making it a memorable experience for participants and spectators alike. The 5K race supports the incredible work of the Amputee Blade Runners, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing free running prosthetics to amputees.
Join us at 9:00 AM for a fun-filled morning that includes a Kids Run, which is free with a suggested donation to ABR. Everyone is welcome, whether you’re running in person or participating virtually from anywhere! With awards in various categories, including overall winners and adaptive athletes, there’s something for everyone. After the race, stick around for the festivities of the Freedom Festival, featuring a street market, live music, and more! Don’t miss out on this uplifting event that combines fitness with community spirit and charitable giving!
Join us at 9:00 AM for a fun-filled morning that includes a Kids Run, which is free with a suggested donation to ABR. Everyone is welcome, whether you’re running in person or participating virtually from anywhere! With awards in various categories, including overall winners and adaptive athletes, there’s something for everyone. After the race, stick around for the festivities of the Freedom Festival, featuring a street market, live music, and more! Don’t miss out on this uplifting event that combines fitness with community spirit and charitable giving!
Organiser's Description
The Freedom Festival Elkhorn 5K Run/walk kicks off the Afton Freedom Festival. The start/finish is under the Worlds Largest Elkhorn Arch in Afton, WY. All proceeds from the race go to the Amputee Blade Runners organization (ABR). ABR is a non-profit organization that helps provide free running prosthetics for amputees. For more information on ABR: https://amputeebladerunners.com/
Can't be in Afton, WY to run in person? We have a virtual option so you can join us from wherever you are!
Kids Run: FREE, but a small donation to ABR would be appreciated! No pre-registration required. Start at 9:00 AM under the arch!
Registration includes a custom race mug. Guaranteed to the first 125 registered!
* Awards for 1st Overall Male and Female and 1st Male and Female Masters (40+)
* Awards for 1st Male and Female in 10-year age groups
* Awards for 1st Male and Female Adaptive Athletes (Open to athletes with limb differences, hand cycles, wheelchairs, hearing impaired, vision impaired, and other mobility impairments - contact karibradley72@gmail.com with any questions)
* Packet Pick-up and Onsite Registration: Thursday, July 2, 1-5 PM at Wild Wyoming Outfitters (445 S Washington St, Afton, WY 83110) and Friday, July 3, 6:30-7:45 AM at the start/finish area.
* Stick around after the race for the Freedom Festival on July 3 including the Star Valley street market, bounce houses, Live DJ and dancing, cornhole tournament., and more! Come back on July 4 for the parade, Ranch Rodeo, and fireworks!
* Race Website: https://www.elkhorn5K.com [https://www.runstarvalley.com/]
* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreedomFestivalElkhorn5K
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freedom_festival_elkhorn_5k/
* Amputee Blade Runners: https://amputeebladerunners.com/
* Can't run but would like to support ABR? Donation link: https://us.commitchange.com/tn/nashville/amputee-blade-runners/campaigns/freedom-festival-5k-abr-2026
FRIENDS OR FAMILY INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING? REACH OUT TO CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW.
Can't be in Afton, WY to run in person? We have a virtual option so you can join us from wherever you are!
Kids Run: FREE, but a small donation to ABR would be appreciated! No pre-registration required. Start at 9:00 AM under the arch!
Registration includes a custom race mug. Guaranteed to the first 125 registered!
* Awards for 1st Overall Male and Female and 1st Male and Female Masters (40+)
* Awards for 1st Male and Female in 10-year age groups
* Awards for 1st Male and Female Adaptive Athletes (Open to athletes with limb differences, hand cycles, wheelchairs, hearing impaired, vision impaired, and other mobility impairments - contact karibradley72@gmail.com with any questions)
* Packet Pick-up and Onsite Registration: Thursday, July 2, 1-5 PM at Wild Wyoming Outfitters (445 S Washington St, Afton, WY 83110) and Friday, July 3, 6:30-7:45 AM at the start/finish area.
* Stick around after the race for the Freedom Festival on July 3 including the Star Valley street market, bounce houses, Live DJ and dancing, cornhole tournament., and more! Come back on July 4 for the parade, Ranch Rodeo, and fireworks!
* Race Website: https://www.elkhorn5K.com [https://www.runstarvalley.com/]
* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreedomFestivalElkhorn5K
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freedom_festival_elkhorn_5k/
* Amputee Blade Runners: https://amputeebladerunners.com/
* Can't run but would like to support ABR? Donation link: https://us.commitchange.com/tn/nashville/amputee-blade-runners/campaigns/freedom-festival-5k-abr-2026
FRIENDS OR FAMILY INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING? REACH OUT TO CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW.
Races
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Freedom Festival Elkhorn 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Optional Race T-Shirt
Fri 3rd July 2026 (8:00AM MDT)
$38.10
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VIRTUAL Freedom Festival Elkhorn 5K
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
$54.00
Entry Fee includes shipping for race number and swag. Must register by June 15, 2026, to ensure shipment will arrive prior to July 3, 2026.
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458 Washington St, Afton, 83110, WY, United States
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