From the Organizer
Join us on the 4th of July 2026 at Lake Balboa Beach in Hot Springs Village, AR for the annual Stars and Stripes Freedom 5k Run and 1k Walk. Check-in starts at 6:30a and the run begins at approximately 7:30a. All runners will receive a custom finisher’s medal and awards will be given for top 3 men’s and women's finishers. We will have a strict field limit of 175 runners. All participants must sign a waiver. Links to the course map and waiver are below. Online Registration is $20 until July 2nd with onsite registration available for $25 July 3rd/4th. Early check-in/registration will take place in the garden area next to the Coronado Fitness Center from 4-6 on the 3rd of July.
Events
Weather
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
71°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hot Springs 1 Nne, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
917 ft
Nearest Airport
HOT
Memorial Field Airport · 14 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Days to train
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Freedom 5k
Jul 4, 2026