Blue Ridge Freedom 5K
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 342 E Main St, Blue Ridge, GA
- Distance
- 5K · Push Assist 5K
From the Organizer
We are so excited to be back with our 4th of July celebration run to be held July 4, 2026.
*** WHEN REGISTERING AND YOU DON"T SEE YOUR PREFERRED TSHIRT SIZE THIS MEANS THAT SIZE IS SOLD OUT AND YOU MAY CHOSE ANOTHER SIZE.
**** JULY 3rd bib pickup is HIGHLY RECOMMENED!!!
Join us for this fun July 4th race in the heart of downtown Blue Ridge. Our race is centrally located between two amazing local businesses in Blue Ridge.. Check out Blue Ridge Sip and Play a fun place to take your pup for some playtime and also stop in at Angry Hops Brewing for a sampling or their amazing brews!! Show your bib at Angry Hops anytime during the holiday week and receive a complementary beer sample.
Online Registration will be open through July 4 at 7:15 a.m. We highly encourage you to register on your mobile device or computer before coming to the race site. This will allow for shorter faster check-in lines race morning. All registration is online through July 4 at 7:15.
No walk up cash registration.
Packet pickup - NEW THIS YEAR: Additional pickup added July 2nd from 4-6:30 at Angry Hops, 341 East Main Street, Blue Ridge
July 3rd from 2-5:30 pm at Angry Hops Brewery - 341 East Main Street, Blue Ridge, Angry Hops has lots of fun planned for our runners who pickup early.
RACE DAY PICKUP - July 4 from 6:00 am - 7:15 am at Angry Hops, 341 East Main Street, Blue Ridge.
Sip and Play will have a doggie water station to keep our furry runners hydrated and cool. And to keep our runners hydrated, Sip and Play will be selling mimosas and bloody Mary's to enjoy after the race. Angry Hops will also be open after the race to server our thirsty runners some of their amazing beers!
The race start and finish is located at Blue Ridge Sip and Play - 342 E Main St, Blue Ridge, GA 30513.
Most spirited runner awards will be given to our most creative red, white and blue dressed runners.
Awards will be given for 1st through 3rd for overall male and female, masters male and female, and age groups in five year increments. Awards ceremony will begin at approximately 8:30 a.m.
Discount pricing for children under 10.
Strollers welcome at the back of the pack.
Dogs welcome at the back of the pack and not in the registration/packet pickup line on race day.
Walkers are always welcome!
Please register to receive a text message of your results. Results will be online during the race.
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
85°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
45%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Blairsville Exp Stn, 22 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Blue Ridge, GA
Population
1,688
as of 2023
Elevation
1,703 ft
Nearest Airport
CHA
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) · 51 mi
Major Hub
TYS
McGhee Tyson Airport · 69 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Blue Ridge Freedom 5K?
- Blue Ridge Freedom 5K is a running race held in Blue Ridge, Georgia 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 Blue Ridge Freedom 5K?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Blue Ridge, Georgia at 342 E Main St, Blue Ridge, GA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Blue Ridge Freedom 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Blue Ridge Freedom 5K
Jul 4, 2026