July 4th Freedom Run NYC

Saturday, July 8, 2023 Past event
8:00 AM EDT
New York
$40.22–$48.70 · 4 races
5km, 10km, Marathon

Event summary

Join the excitement of the July 4th Freedom Run NYC on Saturday, July 8th, 2023, in the Bronx, New York! Celebrate the spirit of freedom with a fantastic day of running that offers a choice of 5K, 10K, or half-marathon distances, perfect for runners of all ages and abilities. Whether you’re looking to challenge yourself or simply enjoy a scenic route with friends and family, this event promises a fun and supportive atmosphere.

With a cap of just 15 participants per wave, you'll experience a small-group feel that encourages camaraderie and motivation. Enjoy premium swag, including a technical running shirt and access to a vibrant virtual community of like-minded runners. Plus, medals will be awarded based on inspiring stories rather than race times, fostering a spirit of achievement for everyone involved. Don’t miss out on this memorable opportunity to kick off your July 4th weekend on a healthy note! Sign up now to secure your spot and be part of this uplifting event!

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Races

  • 5k Registration

    Incl. $3.28 Fee & Shirt & Packet

    8:00 AM EDT

    $41.28

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  • 10k Registration

    Virtual

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & Shirt & Packet

    8:00 AM EDT

    $43.40

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  • 13.1 Half-Marathon Registration

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & Shirt & Packet

    8:00 AM EDT

    $48.70

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  • Virtual Run Registration

    Virtual

    Incl. $3.22 Fee & Shirt & Packet

    8:00 AM EDT

    $40.22

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Organiser's description

CELEBRATE JULY 4TH WEEKEND WITH A FREEDOM RUN! KICK OFF THE WEEKEND WITH A FUN 5K, 10K, OR HALF-MARATHON WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY!

OVERVIEW:
RUN WILL SELL-OUT QUICK! WE WILL CLOSE OFF WAVES THE MOMENT IT FILLS UP. IF WAVES ARE SOLD OUT, YOU CAN SIGN-UP FOR THE VIRTUAL RUN OPTION AND WAITING LIST FOR FUTURE RUNS.

RUN IN THIS SMALL, PRIVATE GROUP RUN WITH OTHER RUNNERS AND OUR RUN PACERS THROUGH A BEAUTIFUL ROUTE! ALL PACES AND AGES (UNDER 18 WITH GUARDIAN) WELCOME - RUN OR WALK!

RUN IS CAPPED AT JUST 15 PARTICIPANTS PER WAVE FOR HEALTH, SAFETY, AND JUST THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF ENCOURAGEMENT!

WE'LL RUN THROUGH A SCENIC ROUTE TOGETHER AT A DESIGNED COURSE. NO EQUIPMENT OR SETUP, JUST A PURE RUN.

WHAT YOU GET:
WHEN YOU SIGN-UP, YOU'RE NOT JUST SIGNING UP FOR A RUN. YOU'RE SIGNING UP TO BE PART OF A JOURNEY IN TAKING A STEP TOWARDS YOUR HEALTH!
YOUR SWAG BAG WILL BE MAILED DIRECTLY TO YOU SO NO PACKET PICKUP REQUIRED!
SWAG BAG WILL INCLUDE:
- PREMIUM TECHNICAL RUNNING SHIRT
- ACCESS TO VIRTUAL COMMUNITY OF RUNNERS ALL AROUND THE WORLD THAT RECEIVE TIPS, INSPIRATION, GIVEAWAYS, AND ONGOING CHALLENGES TO KEEP YOU GOING.
- MEDALS ARE AWARDED BASED OFF OF INSPIRING STORIES INSTEAD OF TIMES. YOU CAN EMAIL US AFTER THE RUN FOR AN OPPORTUNITY TO RECEIVE A MEDAL!

WAVE TIMES:
START TIMES IS GENERALLY 3 WAVES (WAVES FILLED ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS) SIGN-UP FOR YOUR PREFERRED WAVE BY EMAILING INFO @ THEBESTRACES.COM:
WAVE A: 7:30AM
WAVE B: 9:00AM
WAVE C: 10:00AM
IF WAVES ARE SOLD OUT, YOU CAN SIGN-UP FOR THE VIRTUAL RUN OPTION AND WAITING LIST FOR FUTURE RUNS!

IMPORTANT NOTE** IN CASE THERE ARE LESS THAN 7 RUNNERS, WE MAY POSTPONE THE RUN TO A LATER TIME UNTIL THERE ARE AT LEAST 7 OTHER RUNNERS. NO FEE FOR TRANSFER FOR POSTPONED RUNS.
A VIRTUAL OPTION WILL BE PROVIDED WHERE YOU CAN DO A PRACTICE RUN ON ONE OF OUR DESIGNED COURSES.

SPONSORSHIPS & VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES:

IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BECOME A SPONSOR, WE'D LOVE TO HELP PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS LOCALLY AND NATIONALLY!
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INSPIRING NEWSLETTER FOR FITNESS & YOUR OWN CUSTOMIZED EVENTS:
OR SIMPLY SIGN UP FOR ONE OF OUR FREE NEWSLETTERS TO INSPIRE YOU TO STAY FIT OR LEARN FROM 10+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN ORGANIZING EVENTS.
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THE BEST RACES IS ABOUT BRINGING PEOPLE TOGETHER TO GIVE EACH PERSON A MEMORABLE, HEALTHY, AND FUN EXPERIENCE. PART OF THE PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT SELECT ORPHANAGES IN EAST ASIA.

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR INTERNATIONAL ORDERS:

For International orders, we can ship shirts to U.K., Germany, Canada, and Australia. There will be no surcharge for overseas mailing but custom shirts will be mailed in lieu of medal.

Location

Hudson River Trails, New York City, 10001, NY, United States

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