Clawson Runs - Freedom Run 5K and Firecracker Mile Presented by OUR Credit Union
- Date
- June 28 – July 4, 2026
- Location
- 1100 N. Custer, Clawson, MI
- Distance
- Clawson Freedom Run 5K Run/Walk · Firecracker Mile · Combined Freedom Run and Firecracker Mile Entry & more
From the Organizer
Freedom Run 5k & Free 1-Mile Kids Run
On Sunday June 28th, OUR Credit Union presents the Clawson Freedom Run.
First run in 1979, this evening event travels along the tree lined streets of Clawson. Participants are cheered on by residents as they wind their way through the neighborhood. Start/Finish line is at Clawson's City Park. Event kicks off with a FREE 1-mile kids run along the wood chip path around City Park.
Race day registration and check in starts at 6:15 pm.
Kids 1-Mile starts at 7 pm.
5k starts at 7:30 pm.
Kids 1-Mile awards to top 3 boys and girls (12 and under).
5k awards include - Medals to the top 50 male and female finishers, Trophies to the top 3 male and female finishers as well as 1st place in every age group.
You must register by June 12th to be guaranteed a shirt.
4th of July Firecracker Mile
On the morning of the 4th of July, the Firecracker Mile starts on 14 Mile just east of Crooks and runs along the parade route before finishing just east of Livernois (Main Street).
Check in and registration starts at 7:45 am.
Race starts at 9 am.
Cash prizes to the top 3 men and women finishers
$2000 to top male under 4:00 and top female under 4:30
$600 to top male and female (if slower than the times above)
$300 to 2nd place male and female
$200 to 3rd place male and female
Medals to the top 50 men and women at the finish line.
You must register by June 12th to be guaranteed a shirt.
OUR Credit Union's Clawson Runs Prizes
There is a $200 prize for top combined finishers in the 5k Freedom Run and the Firecracker Mile.
The prize will be awarded in 4 categories: Women under 40, Women 40 and over, Men under 40, and Men 40 and over.
Runners who compete in both events will have their overall finish places summed and the runners with the lowest score will win. In the event of a tie the tying runner with the lowest combined time will win.
Get a great rate and register for both events!
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
81°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Pontiac Wwtp, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Clawson, MI
Population
11,314
as of 2023
Elevation
667 ft
Nearest Airport
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 25 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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- Race
- Clawson Runs - Freedom Run 5K and Firecracker Mile Presented by OUR Credit Union
- Date
- June 28 – July 4, 2026
- Location
- 1100 N. Custer, Clawson, MI
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Clawson Runs - Freedom Run 5K and Firecracker Mile Presented by OUR Credit Union?
- Clawson Runs - Freedom Run 5K and Firecracker Mile Presented by OUR Credit Union is a running race held in Clawson, Michigan on June 28, 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 Clawson Runs - Freedom Run 5K and Firecracker Mile Presented by OUR Credit Union?
- Sunday, June 28, 2026 in Clawson, Michigan at 1100 N. Custer, Clawson, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Clawson Runs - Freedom Run 5K and Firecracker Mile Presented by OUR Credit Union?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Clawson Runs - Freedom Run 5K and Firecracker Mile Presented by OUR Credit Union
Jun 28, 2026