Freedom Run 5K
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 817 Carolina Ave., Chester, WV
- Distance
- Freedom Run 5K - Run · Freedom Run 5K - Walk
From the Organizer
The Freedom Run 5K will return this year! Join us as we celebrate Independence Day in Chester, WV on July 4, 2025 at 9:00 am. This event continues to grow each year and we anticipate another great turnout this July!
Race sponsored by: Hancock County Savings Bank
RUNNERS/WALKERS WELCOME
Prize for most patriotic participant!
Participants should plan to arrive no later than 8:15 AM. Registration table will close promptly at 8:45 AM.
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
83°
Typical Low
63°
Based on US Climate Normals data from New Cumberland L/D, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Chester, WV
Elevation
1,051 ft
Nearest Airport
PIT
Pittsburgh International Airport · 19 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Freedom Run 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Freedom Run 5K?
- Freedom Run 5K is a running race held in Chester, West Virginia 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 Run 5K?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Chester, West Virginia at 817 Carolina Ave., Chester, WV. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Freedom Run 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Freedom Run 5K
Jul 4, 2026