From the Organizer
Freedom 250 5K - Celebrating 250 years of America
Saturday, June 27, 2026 @ 8 am
Location: Downtown with start on Broadway near 11th St & Broadway intersection and finish on 11th St near Momma Goldbergs
Course: Uptown Columbus & Riverwalk https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6695147092/
Cost: $30 through April 30, increases to $35 May 1- June 17, $40 June 18 -June 26, $45 race day June 27
Award Categories: 1st, 2nd, 3rd overall Male & Female; Masters Male & Female: Age Group: 1st, 2nd, 3rd in under 14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & above. Top 3 Military. Male / Female in all categories
T-Shirt: To be guaranteed a T-shirt be signed up by June 19 @ 12 noon.
Packet Pick Up: At Big Dog Fleet Feet at 12 W 11th Street on Friday, June 26th from 12-6 PM and Saturday June 27th from 7 - 745 am.
Festivities: Post race snacks and refreshment.
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
92°
Typical Low
72°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Columbus Metro Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Columbus, GA
Population
204,383
as of 2023
Elevation
344 ft
Nearest Airport
CSG
Columbus Airport · 2 mi
Major Hub
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta 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.
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Freedom 250 5K?
- Freedom 250 5K is a running race held in Columbus, Georgia on June 27, 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 Freedom 250 5K?
- Saturday, June 27, 2026 in Columbus, Georgia at 12 W 11th St, Columbus, GA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Freedom 250 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Freedom 250 5K
Jun 27, 2026