Juneteenth Freedom Run/Walk
- Date Sat 13th June 2026 - Fri 19th June 2026
- Time 7:00AM PDT
- Location Fresno, California
- Price $49.20
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 5 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Juneteenth Freedom Run/Walk, taking place from June 13 to June 19, 2026, in the vibrant city of Fresno! This inspiring event honors the significant historical moment when 250,000 enslaved individuals in Texas were declared free, marking a vital chapter in American history. Participants can choose between two exhilarating distances, the 5K and the 5 Mile run, both of which promise an unforgettable experience.
This year's event is packed with excitement, featuring tech shirts and medals for all participants, along with placement awards for the top finishers. But that's not all! New this year, we’re thrilled to introduce Kids' age group awards and enticing cash prizes for those who break the course records in both the 5K and 5 Mile races. Plus, the 5 Mile race is recognized as a valuable 20-point race in the Central Valley Runner of the Year series. Lace up your running shoes and come celebrate freedom, community, and achievement with us!
This year's event is packed with excitement, featuring tech shirts and medals for all participants, along with placement awards for the top finishers. But that's not all! New this year, we’re thrilled to introduce Kids' age group awards and enticing cash prizes for those who break the course records in both the 5K and 5 Mile races. Plus, the 5 Mile race is recognized as a valuable 20-point race in the Central Valley Runner of the Year series. Lace up your running shoes and come celebrate freedom, community, and achievement with us!
Organiser's Description
The Juneteenth Freedom 5K/5 Mile Run is an event that goes beyond just a race. Juneteenth commemorates the day when 250,000 slaves in Texas, which became the last bastion for slavery during the final days of the Civil War, were declared free.
All participants in the live and virtual race will receive a tech shirt and medal. The live 5K/5 Mile race will have placement awards.
NEW THIS YEAR: Kids' age group awards and cash prizes for breaking the course record for the 5K and 5 mile races.
The 5 Mile race is a 20-point race in the Central Valley Runner of the Year series.
All participants in the live and virtual race will receive a tech shirt and medal. The live 5K/5 Mile race will have placement awards.
NEW THIS YEAR: Kids' age group awards and cash prizes for breaking the course record for the 5K and 5 mile races.
The 5 Mile race is a 20-point race in the Central Valley Runner of the Year series.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $4.20 Fee & Tech Shirt
Sat 13th June 2026 (7:30AM PDT)
$49.20
OPENS 11 APR 26Free training for the race! Schedule is on Instagram. Follow us at juneteenth5k.5mi -
5 Mile Run/Walk
Incl. $4.20 Fee & Tech Shirt
Sat 13th June 2026 (7:00AM PDT)
$49.20
OPENS 11 APR 26Free training for the race! Schedule is on Instagram. Follow us at juneteenth5k.5mi -
Virtual Run
Incl. $4.20 Fee & Tech Shirt
$49.20
OPENS 12 APR 26This event will be held virtually across the U.S. Follow us on Instagram at juneteenth5k.5mi
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