Freedom Four Miler
- Date Sun 4th July 2027
- Time 9:15AM EDT
- Location East Longmeadow, Massachusetts
- Price $32.80 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Freedom Four Miler Road Race on Sunday, July 4th, 2027, in the charming town of East Longmeadow, Hampden! This vibrant event is set to kick off just before New England's largest July 4th Parade, making it the perfect way to celebrate Independence Day with family, friends, and fellow community members. Choose between the highly competitive 4-mile race, where runners can compete for prize money and glory, or the family-friendly 2-mile walk/jog, designed for participants of all ages and fitness levels.
Whether you're racing for the podium or simply enjoying a festive morning stroll, the Freedom Four Miler promises a unique blend of fitness, patriotism, and community spirit. Dress in your most creative red, white, and blue attire for a chance to win the special award for the Most Patriotic Outfit! With an electric atmosphere, enthusiastic spectators, and the joy of participating in a beloved local tradition, this event is sure to be a highlight of your Fourth of July celebration. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of the fun and excitement—mark your calendars and get ready to run, walk, and cheer your way to a memorable Independence Day!
Whether you're racing for the podium or simply enjoying a festive morning stroll, the Freedom Four Miler promises a unique blend of fitness, patriotism, and community spirit. Dress in your most creative red, white, and blue attire for a chance to win the special award for the Most Patriotic Outfit! With an electric atmosphere, enthusiastic spectators, and the joy of participating in a beloved local tradition, this event is sure to be a highlight of your Fourth of July celebration. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of the fun and excitement—mark your calendars and get ready to run, walk, and cheer your way to a memorable Independence Day!
Organiser's Description
BOOK YOUR 2027 FOURTH OF JULY
Race, walk, jog, cheer, and celebrate before East Longmeadows July 4th Parade.
July 4th Race Tradition
THE LEGENDARY FREEDOM FOUR MILER ROAD RACE
Join us in East Longmeadow for the 3rd Annual Freedom Four Miler Road Race, now featuring the new Freedom Family 2-Miler.
Four Miler Road Race Family 2-Miler
This special July 4th event was created to bring our community together in celebration of freedom, fitness, patriotism, family, and the proud traditions that make East Longmeadows Independence Day so memorable.
Taking place immediately before the largest July 4th Parade in New England, this race gives runners, walkers, families, and spectators a one-of-a-kind opportunity to be part of the excitement before one of the areas most beloved holiday parades kicks off.
Whether you are racing for prize money in the Freedom Four Miler, jogging with friends, walking with family, or showing off your most patriotic outfit, this event is built for every pace, from the fastest runners to families looking for a festive start to the Fourth.
Come ready for either challenge and bring your best red, white, and blue spirit.
Event Options
CHOOSE YOUR JULY 4TH CHALLENGE
Race for the podium, jog with friends, or walk with family before the parade begins.
[Freedom Four Miler Road Race]
Competitive Road Race
FREEDOM FOUR MILER ROAD RACE
The Freedom Four Miler is the highly competitive 4-mile road race through the streets of East Longmeadow. Runners will race along the same fan-filled streets that will soon welcome the July 4th Parade.
This event includes overall prize money, age-group prize money, and special awards.
New Family Option
FREEDOM FAMILY 2-MILER
The Freedom Family 2-Miler Walk/Jog is a shorter, family-friendly option for participants who want to be part of the Fourth of July celebration without completing the full 4-mile race.
This 2-mile event is perfect for families, casual joggers, walkers, kids, first-time participants, and anyone who wants a fun and festive way to start Independence Day.
Prize Money
RUN FAST. CELEBRATE BIG.
Prize money will only be awarded to Freedom Four Miler Road Race participants.
Overall Fastest Times
TOP MALE & FEMALE FINISHERS
Cash prizes are awarded to the fastest overall male and female finishers in the Freedom Four Miler.
Fastest Overall Time 1st
$600 Male
$600 Female
Fastest Overall Time 2nd
$300 Male
$300 Female
Fastest Overall Time 3rd
$150 Male
$150 Female
AGE GROUP AWARDS
Each age-group winner, male and female, based on fastest time, will receive $100.
14 & Under 15 to 19 20 to 24 25 to 29 30 to 34 35 to 39 40 to 44 45 to 49 50 to 54 55 to 59 60 to 64 65 to 69 70 to 74 75+
Special Award
MOST PATRIOTIC OUTFIT
A special GIFT BASKET will be awarded for the Most Patriotic Outfit.
Bring your most creative red, white, and blue race-day look. Patriotic shirts, socks, tutus, hats, face paint, flags, themed family outfits, and full-on freedom costumes are all encouraged.
Runner Reviews
THE ENERGY IS THE EXPERIENCE
Fast streets, parade-day excitement, great swag, and a crowd that brings the Fourth of July energy.
The course was great and the crowd kept energy high. It was a great experience and met some great people!
Most electric atmosphere i've ever experienced at a short distance race. Having the parade after was a great start to independence day
The swag was top notch, Great course and fun to have so many spectators
Race Day Details
IMPORTANT TIMING INFORMATION
Because this event takes place immediately before the East Longmeadow July 4th Parade, the race must follow a strict schedule.
75-MINUTE COURSE CUT-OFF
There will be a 75-minute course cut-off time for the Freedom Four Miler. A course sweeper will follow the race to ensure all cones are cleared and that no runners remain on the route before the parade begins.
CHECK-IN ENDS AT 9:05 AM
Race check-in will end precisely at 9:05 AM. No exceptions. Because the race must begin on time and the parade schedule cannot be delayed, we are unable to hold the start for late arrivals. Please plan ahead, allow extra time for parking and traffic, and arrive early.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT DISTANCE
Participants should choose the event distance that best fits their pace. Anyone who may need more time is encouraged to join the Freedom Family 2-Miler Walk/Jog.
WHAT TO WEAR
This is a Fourth of July race, so patriotic spirit is part of the fun. Participants are encouraged to wear the official race shirt, or anything red, white, and blue, decorate strollers or wagons for the family 2 miler, and celebrate the day with festive race-day style.
PARKING AND ARRIVAL
Please plan ahead, allow extra time for parking and traffic, and arrive early. The race schedule is connected to the parade schedule, so timing matters. The parade kicks off right after the race and roads around Maple street are shut down.
COURSE INFORMATION
Please review the course map before race day and become familiar with the route. The course will take participants through East Longmeadow before the start of the July 4th Parade.
CELEBRATE WITH US
We cant wait to celebrate freedom, fitness, family, community, and the Fourth of July with you at this years Freedom Four Miler Road Race and Freedom Family 2-Miler Walk/Jog.
Race, walk, jog, cheer, and celebrate before East Longmeadows July 4th Parade.
July 4th Race Tradition
THE LEGENDARY FREEDOM FOUR MILER ROAD RACE
Join us in East Longmeadow for the 3rd Annual Freedom Four Miler Road Race, now featuring the new Freedom Family 2-Miler.
Four Miler Road Race Family 2-Miler
This special July 4th event was created to bring our community together in celebration of freedom, fitness, patriotism, family, and the proud traditions that make East Longmeadows Independence Day so memorable.
Taking place immediately before the largest July 4th Parade in New England, this race gives runners, walkers, families, and spectators a one-of-a-kind opportunity to be part of the excitement before one of the areas most beloved holiday parades kicks off.
Whether you are racing for prize money in the Freedom Four Miler, jogging with friends, walking with family, or showing off your most patriotic outfit, this event is built for every pace, from the fastest runners to families looking for a festive start to the Fourth.
Come ready for either challenge and bring your best red, white, and blue spirit.
Event Options
CHOOSE YOUR JULY 4TH CHALLENGE
Race for the podium, jog with friends, or walk with family before the parade begins.
[Freedom Four Miler Road Race]
Competitive Road Race
FREEDOM FOUR MILER ROAD RACE
The Freedom Four Miler is the highly competitive 4-mile road race through the streets of East Longmeadow. Runners will race along the same fan-filled streets that will soon welcome the July 4th Parade.
This event includes overall prize money, age-group prize money, and special awards.
New Family Option
FREEDOM FAMILY 2-MILER
The Freedom Family 2-Miler Walk/Jog is a shorter, family-friendly option for participants who want to be part of the Fourth of July celebration without completing the full 4-mile race.
This 2-mile event is perfect for families, casual joggers, walkers, kids, first-time participants, and anyone who wants a fun and festive way to start Independence Day.
Prize Money
RUN FAST. CELEBRATE BIG.
Prize money will only be awarded to Freedom Four Miler Road Race participants.
Overall Fastest Times
TOP MALE & FEMALE FINISHERS
Cash prizes are awarded to the fastest overall male and female finishers in the Freedom Four Miler.
Fastest Overall Time 1st
$600 Male
$600 Female
Fastest Overall Time 2nd
$300 Male
$300 Female
Fastest Overall Time 3rd
$150 Male
$150 Female
AGE GROUP AWARDS
Each age-group winner, male and female, based on fastest time, will receive $100.
14 & Under 15 to 19 20 to 24 25 to 29 30 to 34 35 to 39 40 to 44 45 to 49 50 to 54 55 to 59 60 to 64 65 to 69 70 to 74 75+
Special Award
MOST PATRIOTIC OUTFIT
A special GIFT BASKET will be awarded for the Most Patriotic Outfit.
Bring your most creative red, white, and blue race-day look. Patriotic shirts, socks, tutus, hats, face paint, flags, themed family outfits, and full-on freedom costumes are all encouraged.
Runner Reviews
THE ENERGY IS THE EXPERIENCE
Fast streets, parade-day excitement, great swag, and a crowd that brings the Fourth of July energy.
The course was great and the crowd kept energy high. It was a great experience and met some great people!
Most electric atmosphere i've ever experienced at a short distance race. Having the parade after was a great start to independence day
The swag was top notch, Great course and fun to have so many spectators
Race Day Details
IMPORTANT TIMING INFORMATION
Because this event takes place immediately before the East Longmeadow July 4th Parade, the race must follow a strict schedule.
75-MINUTE COURSE CUT-OFF
There will be a 75-minute course cut-off time for the Freedom Four Miler. A course sweeper will follow the race to ensure all cones are cleared and that no runners remain on the route before the parade begins.
CHECK-IN ENDS AT 9:05 AM
Race check-in will end precisely at 9:05 AM. No exceptions. Because the race must begin on time and the parade schedule cannot be delayed, we are unable to hold the start for late arrivals. Please plan ahead, allow extra time for parking and traffic, and arrive early.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT DISTANCE
Participants should choose the event distance that best fits their pace. Anyone who may need more time is encouraged to join the Freedom Family 2-Miler Walk/Jog.
WHAT TO WEAR
This is a Fourth of July race, so patriotic spirit is part of the fun. Participants are encouraged to wear the official race shirt, or anything red, white, and blue, decorate strollers or wagons for the family 2 miler, and celebrate the day with festive race-day style.
PARKING AND ARRIVAL
Please plan ahead, allow extra time for parking and traffic, and arrive early. The race schedule is connected to the parade schedule, so timing matters. The parade kicks off right after the race and roads around Maple street are shut down.
COURSE INFORMATION
Please review the course map before race day and become familiar with the route. The course will take participants through East Longmeadow before the start of the July 4th Parade.
CELEBRATE WITH US
We cant wait to celebrate freedom, fitness, family, community, and the Fourth of July with you at this years Freedom Four Miler Road Race and Freedom Family 2-Miler Walk/Jog.
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