Downs Freedom Run
Downs Freedom Run is a running race on June 19, 2027 in Downs, IL, with entry fees from $10 to $35.
- Date
- June 19, 2027 (331 days to go)
- Location
- 505 E. Washington, Downs, IL
- Price
- $10–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for a fun morning with friends! Gun start at 8:00AM.
New to the Downs Freedom Run? Enjoy one of the flattest 5k courses in the area, with a route that runs through our community with cheering spectators to greet you along the way. Get festive and be ready to have a fun morning - this is one you don’t want to miss! We will finish the 5K and 1 mile walk course with a lap around the high school track.
As always, any Downs Freedom Run proceeds are re-invested in the local community. Over the years we have installed a new drinking fountain/water bottle refill station at Dooley Park; provided grants to local, small businesses struggling from Covid-19 impacts; supported the Downs 4th of July celebration; as well as provided support for other causes that help our village. We'd love to share miles with you and support the community together!
Must register by June 2nd to be guaranteed a shirt.
Awards: Overall M/F Winner and Top 3 M/F in each age group (14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+)
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
84°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Normal 4ne, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Downs, IL
Population
1,451
as of 2023
City Elevation
808 ft
Nearest Airport
BMI
Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal · 6 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 112 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Downs Freedom Run
Jun 19, 2027