Freedom Run 2026
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Springfield, Illinois
- Price Free - $38.10
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile, 10km
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate Independence Day in style at the Freedom Run 2026, taking place on Saturday, July 4th, in beautiful Springfield, Sangamon! This exciting event features both a 5K and 10K race, offering a perfect opportunity for runners and walkers of all skill levels to kick off the Fourth of July with a festive spirit. The race will start at 8:00 AM, an hour earlier than originally planned, to ensure a comfortable experience for all participants amidst the summer heat and humidity.
Starting and finishing at the vibrant Home Plate Bar & Grill, the Freedom Run will guide you through scenic neighborhood routes, clearly marked with directional cones. Not only will you receive a stylish Freedom Run participant T-shirt and a finisher medal, but you can also look forward to awards in 5-year age brackets and a $5 food and drink coupon to enjoy after the race. Join fellow enthusiasts for a day filled with camaraderie, excitement, and celebration as you don your red, white, and blue! Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to make lasting memories on July 4th!
Starting and finishing at the vibrant Home Plate Bar & Grill, the Freedom Run will guide you through scenic neighborhood routes, clearly marked with directional cones. Not only will you receive a stylish Freedom Run participant T-shirt and a finisher medal, but you can also look forward to awards in 5-year age brackets and a $5 food and drink coupon to enjoy after the race. Join fellow enthusiasts for a day filled with camaraderie, excitement, and celebration as you don your red, white, and blue! Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to make lasting memories on July 4th!
Organiser's Description
DUE TO THE FORECASTED HEAT AND HUMIDITY FOR SATURDAY, WE ARE MOVING THE START TIME OF THE FREEDOM RUN ONE HOUR EARLIER TO HELP ENSURE A SAFER AND MORE COMFORTABLE RACE EXPERIENCE FOR EVERYONE.
New Race Start Time:
8:00 AM on Saturday, July 4
Please plan to arrive early to allow time for parking, packet pickup, and getting to the start line.
Packet Pickup:
Home Plate Bar & Grill
Friday, July 3: 5:00 PM 7:00 PM
Race Day: 7:00 AM 7:50 AM
Race Day Notes:
Restrooms will be available inside Home Plate Bar & Grill
Your $5 Food & Drink coupon may be used on race day until 2:00 PM
We strongly encourage everyone to hydrate well before race morning
We appreciate your flexibility and understanding as we adjust to the weather conditions. Our goal is to provide a fun, safe, and memorable Freedom Run for all participants.
We look forward to seeing you on July 4th!
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FREEDOM RUN 5K/10K JULY 4, 2026
Celebrate Independence Day with a classic hometown road run starting and ending at Home Plate Bar & Grill!
The Freedom Run 5K/10K has moved to Home Plate Bar & Grill for this years July 4th race. The event will use the same neighborhood routes used for last years Iceman event, with directional cones clearly marking the 5K and 10K courses on surrounding neighborhood streets.
Whether you are chasing a personal best, starting your holiday with friends and family, or simply looking for a fun way to kick off the Fourth of July, the Freedom Run offers a festive and welcoming race experience for runners and walkers of all abilities.
PACKET PICKUP: Home Plate on Friday July 3rd from 5pm to 7pm and on race day from 8am to 9am. Run events start at 9am.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
* Freedom Run participant T-shirt
* Finisher medal
* Awards in 5-year age brackets
* $5 coupon for food and/or drinks at Home Plate Bar & Grill after the race
* Professionally timed 5K or 10K event
After the race, stick around for awards, food, drinks, and post-race camaraderie at Home Plate Bar & Grill.
BRING YOUR RED, WHITE, AND BLUE SPIRIT AND KICK OFF INDEPENDENCE DAY ON THE RUN!
New Race Start Time:
8:00 AM on Saturday, July 4
Please plan to arrive early to allow time for parking, packet pickup, and getting to the start line.
Packet Pickup:
Home Plate Bar & Grill
Friday, July 3: 5:00 PM 7:00 PM
Race Day: 7:00 AM 7:50 AM
Race Day Notes:
Restrooms will be available inside Home Plate Bar & Grill
Your $5 Food & Drink coupon may be used on race day until 2:00 PM
We strongly encourage everyone to hydrate well before race morning
We appreciate your flexibility and understanding as we adjust to the weather conditions. Our goal is to provide a fun, safe, and memorable Freedom Run for all participants.
We look forward to seeing you on July 4th!
___________________________________
FREEDOM RUN 5K/10K JULY 4, 2026
Celebrate Independence Day with a classic hometown road run starting and ending at Home Plate Bar & Grill!
The Freedom Run 5K/10K has moved to Home Plate Bar & Grill for this years July 4th race. The event will use the same neighborhood routes used for last years Iceman event, with directional cones clearly marking the 5K and 10K courses on surrounding neighborhood streets.
Whether you are chasing a personal best, starting your holiday with friends and family, or simply looking for a fun way to kick off the Fourth of July, the Freedom Run offers a festive and welcoming race experience for runners and walkers of all abilities.
PACKET PICKUP: Home Plate on Friday July 3rd from 5pm to 7pm and on race day from 8am to 9am. Run events start at 9am.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
* Freedom Run participant T-shirt
* Finisher medal
* Awards in 5-year age brackets
* $5 coupon for food and/or drinks at Home Plate Bar & Grill after the race
* Professionally timed 5K or 10K event
After the race, stick around for awards, food, drinks, and post-race camaraderie at Home Plate Bar & Grill.
BRING YOUR RED, WHITE, AND BLUE SPIRIT AND KICK OFF INDEPENDENCE DAY ON THE RUN!
Races
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Freedom Run 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$38.10
CLOSED -
Freedom Run Mile
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$38.10
CLOSED -
Freedom Run 10K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$38.10
CLOSED -
Volunteer to Assist
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
Free
CLOSEDHelp with packet pickup, being a course marshal, handing out medals to finishers and clean up afterwards. -
Virtual Freedom Run 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.10
CLOSEDThis for people who missed the deadline or can't make it and want the swag. Tshirts will be available after July 4th and can be picked up at our office at AGT, 1315 W. Lawrence Ave. in Springfield, IL. Shipping is available for an extra fee to cover shipping and handling.
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