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2027 Juneteenth Freedom 5K

2027 Juneteenth Freedom 5K is a running race on June 19, 2027 in Richmond, KY, with an entry fee of $30.

Date
June 19, 2027 (216 days to go)
Price
$30
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

We're ready for 2027! Join us for our 5th Annual Juneteenth Freedom 5K on Saturday, June 19, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. in Madison County, Kentucky.

Race proceeds and donations are currently planned to be split between FOUR local charities:

  1. Telford YMCA Achievers Program
  2. Maurice Hibbard Non-Traditional Scholarship
  3. Friends of Maple Grove Cemetery
  4. New Liberty Family Shelter   

RACE FEATURES

  • Scenic closed course on paved trails at White Hall Park
  • Commemorative unisex sized performance/tech shirts
  • Social Teams to expand your race experience
  • Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall 
  • Age Category 1st Place M/F Awards
    • 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
  • 5K Run/Walk, 1 Mile Fun Walk & Virtual option
  • Music, food trucks, snacks/drinks and fellowship

Estimated RACE DAY SCHEDULE (June 19, 2027)

  • 6:45AM  Race Day Packet Pickup Until 7:45 a.m.
  • 7:45AM  Welcome & Announcements
  • 8:00AM  RACE START - 5K Run/Walk & Wheelchair Division
  • 8:10AM  1 Mile Family Fun Walk
  • 9:00AM  Awards Ceremony (Top 3 M/F Overall & 1st Place Age Categories)

ADVANCED PACKET PICKUP AT MADISON CO. PUBLIC LIBRARY, RICHMOND

  • Location: MCPL, Room 136 or 138, 507 West Main St., Richmond, KY 40475
  • Thursday from *Estimated 2:30 - 6:15 p.m. (Room 136 or 138)
  • Friday from *Estimated 3:00 - 5:45 p.m. (Room 138)
  • Saturday: If unable to pick-up in advance, race day packet pick-up is on Saturday (6:45 - 7:45 a.m.)

5K ROUTE MAP

1 MILE FUN WALK

Events

5K Run/Walk$30
1 Mile Family Fun Walk$30

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

84°

Typical Low

63°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Eastern Kentucky Univ, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:15 AMSunset 9:01 PMDaylight 14h 47m

About Richmond, KY

Population

35,498

as of 2023

City Elevation

949 ft

Nearest Airport

LEX

Blue Grass Airport · 26 mi

Major Hub

SDF

Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 84 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

Race Location

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 2027 Juneteenth Freedom 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

216

Days to train

Race
2027 Juneteenth Freedom 5K
Date
June 19, 2027

Get Ready for Race Day

Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.

The training calendar in the Endurance Grid app: the week plan and every day colored by sport
A Race Story in the Endurance Grid app: the finish photo and everyone who finished

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 2027 Juneteenth Freedom 5K?
2027 Juneteenth Freedom 5K is a running race held in Richmond, Kentucky on June 19, 2027. 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 2027 Juneteenth Freedom 5K?
Saturday, June 19, 2027 in Richmond, Kentucky at White Hall State Historic Site. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the 2027 Juneteenth Freedom 5K?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

2027 Juneteenth Freedom 5K

Jun 19, 2027

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