Freedom 5K
- Date
- July 3, 2026
- Location
- 3221 N Adrian Hwy, Adrian, MI
- Distance
- Freedom 5K Run/Walk · Kids Half-Mile Run
From the Organizer
Join us for the Freedom 5K, a fun, energetic race celebrating freedom, fitness, and our community! This event is open to everyone—runners, walkers, families, and participants of all ages and experience levels. Whether you're a competitive runner aiming for a personal record or a beginner just starting your fitness journey, the Freedom 5K is designed to be welcoming and enjoyable for all. A DJ and Kona Ice will be on site!
The 5K course (3.1 miles) is beginner-friendly, clearly marked, and supported with volunteers and encouragement along the way to keep you motivated from start to finish. You can run, jog, or walk at your own pace—there’s no pressure. Kids Half-Mile Run – A fun, non-competitive race for kids of all ages. All participants receive a finisher medal!
Race day packet pick up starting at 8:00 am race day morning.
Pricing: $20.00 for 5k participants, $10.00 kids run. For both races, $25 on race day - CASH ONLY.
Register by June 19th to guarantee your race shirt. Shirts available after that while supplies last.
All participants will receive a race shirt, a finisher medal, race bib and post-race refreshments to celebrate your accomplishment.
Gather your friends and family, show your patriotic spirit, and come be part of a GREAT race day experience at the Freedom 5K!
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
60°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Adrian 2 Nne, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Adrian, MI
Population
20,493
as of 2023
Elevation
756 ft
Nearest Airport
TOL
Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport · 25 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 42 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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Freedom 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
More Running races near Adrian, MI
Legacy of Life
Less than a mile away
The Heritage Challenge
Less than a mile away
Lenawee 10K
10K
Less than a mile away
Flying Otter Wine Run 5k
5K
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Freedom 5K?
- Freedom 5K is a running race held in Adrian, Michigan on July 3, 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 5K?
- Friday, July 3, 2026 in Adrian, Michigan at 3221 N Adrian Hwy, Adrian, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Freedom 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Freedom 5K
Jul 3, 2026