Freedom Festival 5K/8K Run & 5k Walk
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run · 5k Walk · 8k Run & more
From the Organizer
Name of Race – Aspire Rural Health System Annual Freedom Festival 5K/8K Run & Walk
Description of the event and where proceeds go: Family Friendly 5k / 8k run, 5k walk, and toddler trot. Moderately hilly course within the Village of Cass City before the Grand Parade! All proceeds go directly to the Help Us Help Our Own program at Aspire.
Location – 6190 Hospital Drive Cass City, MI 48726
Start time Registration 6:30 am, Runs start at 7:30 & 8:00 am
Events - 5k run/walk, 8k run, Toddler Trot (1/2 mile around the hospital, under 8 years old)
Entry Fee - $30 before 6/30/26, $35 after 6/30/26 and on day of. $10 Toddler Trot
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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
57°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cass City 1 Ssw, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cass City, MI
Elevation
722 ft
Nearest Airport
MBS
MBS International Airport · 46 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 95 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- Freedom Festival 5K/8K Run & 5k Walk
- Date
- July 4, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Freedom Festival 5K/8K Run & 5k Walk?
- Freedom Festival 5K/8K Run & 5k Walk is a running race held in Cass City, Michigan on July 4, 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 Festival 5K/8K Run & 5k Walk?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Cass City, Michigan at 6190 Hospital Drive Cass City, Cass City, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Freedom Festival 5K/8K Run & 5k Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Freedom Festival 5K/8K Run & 5k Walk
Jul 4, 2026