Galva Freedom Fest 5k
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 301 NW 4th Avenue, Galva, IL
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $25
From the Organizer
Time: 8am (Day-of Registration 7am - 7:45am)
Packet Pick-up: Morning of race 6:30am - 7:45am
Registration Cost:
$25 on or before July 1st, 2026 at midnight (includes t-shirt)
$25 after July 1st, 2026 at midnight (no t-shirt, no online registration available - register day of race only.
Location: Galva Wiley Park
Course: In town and flat
Equal awards for men and women.
Trophies in each age group.
Age divisions: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29,30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over.
Trophies to 1st, 2nd, 3rd men and women finishers from the Galva School District 224.
New* Trophy to the first Active Military/Veteran to finish.
$100 Course Record bonus to the top male and female runner that breaks the current course record.
Best Patriotic costume award!
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
84°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Galva, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Galva, IL
City Elevation
850 ft
Nearest Airport
MLI
Quad City International Airport · 31 mi
Major Hub
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 124 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Galva Freedom Fest 5k?
- Galva Freedom Fest 5k is a running race held in Galva, Illinois 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 Galva Freedom Fest 5k?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Galva, Illinois at 301 NW 4th Avenue. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Galva Freedom Fest 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Galva Freedom Fest 5k
Jul 4, 2026