H.E.R.O. Freedom Run
- Date
- June 19, 2026
- Distance
- 1 Mile Fun Run · 5K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Join us for the 4th Annual H.E.R.O Freedom Run featuring a 1-mile fun run and 5k run/walk on the beautiful cross-country course now being held onsite at Freedom River in Hamburg Township (Down the road from the Hamburg Family Fun Fest). We will kick off with a 1-mile fun run at 6:30 pm and our 5K run/walk at 7pm on a cross-country style course. The funds raised for this event will go toward building our year-round wellness center a refuge nestled among the trees on the Huron River at Freedom River. Freedom River is an outdoor recreation facility for veterans and their families to relax, recover, and rejuvenate.
Freedom River, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3, non-profit organization. To learn more please visit www.freedomriver.org
The race will be held on Friday evening, June 19th starting at 6:30 pm.
PRICING: 1 mile run - $25. 5k run/walk - $30.
COURSE: Cross country type course including trails, fields, and slight hills. Race is chipped timed.
PACKET PICKUP: At the registration table on race day (6/19) starting at 5pm.
AWARDS: Medals to all finishers! Trophies to all first-place finishers and overall male and female.
AGE GROUPS: 1 Mile Fun Run: 6 & under, 7-8, 9-10, 11-14 5K Run/walk: 10 & under, 11-17, 18 & over Male and Female, Male and Female overall
REGISTRATION INCLUDES: Commemorative race T-shirt, available as supplies last. Also included in your race packet: Amusement ride VIP passes for Hamburg Family Fun Fest (pack of 3), free parking for the race and goody bags.
PARKING: Available on site.
RESULTS: We will have live results on this site!
The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be posted during the race and live on this website.
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
79°
Typical Low
57°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Milford Gm Proving Ground, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Brighton, MI
Elevation
941 ft
Nearest Airport
FNT
Bishop International Airport · 29 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 31 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the H.E.R.O. Freedom Run?
- H.E.R.O. Freedom Run is a running race held in Brighton, Michigan on June 19, 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 H.E.R.O. Freedom Run?
- Friday, June 19, 2026 in Brighton, Michigan at 6716 Winans Lake Rd., Brighton, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the H.E.R.O. Freedom Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
H.E.R.O. Freedom Run
Jun 19, 2026