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Freedom Mile

Date
July 4, 2026
Distance
Freedom Mile · Route Rooter
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From the Organizer

The 6th Clifton Park Freedom Mile is on July 4th at 11:50 AM prior to the Clifton Park 4th of July Parade. Route is from the Shen campus entrance on 146, left on Vischer Ferry Road and a quick left into the Clifton Park Common for the finish. Course map is below. The Clifton Park Freedom Mile is supported by the Town of Clifton Park and benefits 3 seasons of cross country/track & field at Shenendehowa. 

Awards will be given in the following age groups: 1-10, 11-14, 15-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+

Giveaway is guaranteed to the first 150 registered. It is a running hat.

Individual Registration: $25 per person until July 3rd, Race Day Registration is $30.  

 
Family Registration: 4 people from the same household can register for $80 until July 3rd at 6pm. You will have the opportunity to apply this discount when your cart qualifies. Race day registration for families of 4 will be $90.  5 people from the same household can register for $90 until July 3rd at 6pm. Race day registration for families of 5 will be $100. 

Don't want to run the race but still want to participate? Be a Route Rooter! Our runners need a cheering section! The first 75 to register as a Route Rooter will receive a cowbell (to use on the parade route). Route Rooter registration is $10. To register as a Route Rooter, please select "Route Rooter" as your participation type. Route Rooters do not receive giveaways.

Pick up your gift at packet pickup or the race finish line at Clifton Park Common starting at 10:30 am-12:30 pm.

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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

83°

Typical Low

62°

Chance of Rain

38%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Albany Ap, 7 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 5:23 AMSunset 8:38 PMDaylight 15h 15m

Host City

About Clifton Park, NY

Elevation

308 ft

Nearest Airport

ALB

Albany International Airport · 7 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

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Race
Freedom Mile
Date
July 4, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Freedom Mile?
Freedom Mile is a running race held in Clifton Park, New York 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 Mile?
Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Clifton Park, New York at Clifton Common Blvd, Clifton Park, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Freedom Mile?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Freedom Mile

Jul 4, 2026

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