15th Annual Freedom Run/Walk 5k - Bigfork
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- 15th Annual Freedom Run/Walk 5K
From the Organizer
Join us for the 15th annual Freedom Run/Walk 5K on July 4th in Bigfork!
Hosted by the Rotary Club of Bigfork, this Run/Walk is open to all ages and abilities and takes place before Bigfork’s 4th of July Parade.
🕢 Check-in: 7:30 a.m. at Lake Baked
🏁 Race Start: 9:00 a.m.
🌲 Course: Scenic Wild Mile Nature Trail
Proceeds benefit Grateful Nation Montana / Bigfork High Schools partially funded sport programs and various other Rotary Club of Bigfork projects - supporting our community / it's student athletes / & the surviving children of Fallen Montana Military Heroes.
🍪 Medals & cookies at the finish!
👕 Register by June 1 to guarantee a shirt and size.
We can’t wait to see you on July 4th! 🎆🏃♀️🏃♂️
More on who the race benefits:
http://www.GratefulNationMontana.com
The Grateful Nation Montana children’s fund provides financial scholarships to any post secondary school/University in the state of Montana for the children of our Montana fallen Iraq and Afghanistan Soldiers. GNM also partners with Folded Flag Foundation and Children of Fallen Patriots. FFF provides financial assistance in education for our Montana's Fallen surviving spouse and their children from K-12th grade. CFP provides financial scholarships when our Montana Fallen's children decide to pursue their education outside the state of Montana for post secondary school. 100% of every $1.00 you donate to Grateful Nation Montana goes directly into the children's educational fund. All general and administrative costs at Grateful Nation Montana are covered by the board and most GNM Freedom Run/Walk expenses are covered by all the amazing and generous business sponsors! (GNM and Rotary Club of Bigfork are 501 c 3 organizations)
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
76°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Creston, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Bigfork, MT
Elevation
2,990 ft
Nearest Airport
FCA
Glacier Park International Airport · 19 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
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- 15th Annual Freedom Run/Walk 5k - Bigfork
- Date
- July 4, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 15th Annual Freedom Run/Walk 5k - Bigfork?
- 15th Annual Freedom Run/Walk 5k - Bigfork is a running race held in Bigfork, Montana on July 4, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 15th Annual Freedom Run/Walk 5k - Bigfork?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Bigfork, Montana at 191 Mill Street - Lake Baked, Bigfork, MT. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 15th Annual Freedom Run/Walk 5k - Bigfork?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
15th Annual Freedom Run/Walk 5k - Bigfork
Jul 4, 2026