
From the Organizer
Sponsored by and a major fundraiser for the Beecher Lion's Club, the "20th Annual" race will be held on July 4, 2026 at 8 AM. Same day registration and check-in will be 7:00 - 7:45 AM. The entry fee is $18 pre-registered - race shirts are an additional $13. Race day registration is $25 (No shirts on race day). Start/Finish and Registration are at the Community Hall, located at 673 Penfield St. The race course winds through the Village of Beecher with a water station at the halfway point. The race includes accurately marked miles, computerized timing, and free refreshments after the race. The Freedom 5K is the Lion's Club opportunity to raise funds in support of our mission to serve the Beecher Community. The proceeds from this event will help provide vision screenings, eye glasses, and hearing aids to local residents needing financial assistance. Last year we had over 230 participants, come see why!!
NO SHIRTS AVAILABLE AFTER JUNE 25!
Sponsored by: Alicia's House Food Pantry, Bahlman Oil Co., Beecher Floor Coverings, Berkot's Finer Foods, Earthrise Energy, First Community Bank and Trust, Hack-Jensen Funeral Home, Village Realty - Heidi Singler.
Events
Weather
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
84°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Park Forest, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
4,837
as of 2023
Elevation
704 ft
Nearest Airport
GYY
Gary/Chicago International Airport · 21 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 31 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 2026 Beecher Freedom 5K Run/Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
26
Days to train
Coming Up
BEAT THE BRIDGE 5K CHALLENGE - 1911 Initiative Scholarship run/walk
13 miles away
Tails on the Trail 5K & 1-Mile Wag & Walk
13 miles away
Lowell Labor Day Weekend 5K
11 miles away
"Hustle For Hunger" Saint Maria Goretti Parish 5K Run/Walk: Saturday Sept. 5th, 2026 start time 8 a.m. (Rain or Shine)
11 miles away
From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
2026 Beecher Freedom 5K Run/Walk
Jul 4, 2026